Grow Clinton Welcomes Constellation Energy as Newest Investor
Grow Clinton is proud to welcome Constellation Energy as its newest member. As a leading energy company and major regional employer, Constellation brings significant economic impact, industry expertise, and community investment to the Grow Clinton region. Constellation operates a major energy generation site near Cordova, Illinois, along the Mississippi River. The Quad Cities Clean Energy Center site spans approximately 765 acres and employs 725 individuals, contributing substantially to the local
Regional Housing Markets See Strong Home Price Appreciation in 2025
The Federal Housing Finance Agency published the 2025 Q4 Housing Price Index report. In the past year, home prices in our regional markets have increased: 4.25% in Cedar Rapids, 6.53% in the Quad Cities, 5.98% in Dubuque*, 4.10% in Iowa City*, and 2.02% in Waterloo-Cedar Falls*. This compares to other cities: Des Moines, 2.47%, and Chicago, 6.50%. Appreciation varies by location and price range, with more affordable homes often seeing stronger gains due to higher demand and tighter supply, while higher-end
Jim Victor Memorial Junior Achievement Golf Classic Tees Off for Area Youth
Junior Achievement of the Heartland invites the community to participate in the annual Jim Victor Memorial JA Golf Classic, set for Monday, May 4th, at Crow Valley Golf Club in Davenport. Registration is now open for this signature fundraiser, which supports JA programs focused on financial literacy, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship in area schools, expanding economic mobility for the students we serve. As Junior Achievement of the Heartland celebrates its 70th anniversary, this tournament
Grow Clinton’s “EntreFuel” Powers Entrepreneurship and Business Growth in Clinton, Iowa
Grow Clinton is igniting a new era of entrepreneurship and business development by partnering with NewBoCo, Iowa’s leading entrepreneurial coaching nonprofit, to steer our EntreFuel initiative for two years. EntreFuel is a comprehensive initiative designed to support startups, small businesses, and established companies looking to grow. The concept behind EntreFuel is simple: everyone in business has a growth idea, and everyone not yet in business has a startup dream. EntreFuel serves as a testing ground
Ascentra Credit Union Invests $7,500 in New Rock Island Community Resource Center
Ascentra Credit Union is proud to announce a $7,500 donation to Serving Humanity Beyond Humility (SHBH), a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting family growth, emotional support, and community strength in Rock Island. This contribution supports SHBH’s efforts to open a new community outreach facility designed to serve veterans, children, and the elderly by providing access to food, showers, shelter, laundry, and educational services.SHBH’s facility is strategically located in the West Central Rock
TIMBER LAKE PLAYHOUSE ANNOUNCES SPRING SPECIAL EVENTS AHEAD OF 65TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON
Before launching into its 65th Anniversary Season this summer, Timber Lake Playhouse will welcome audiences back to the Theatre in the Woods this spring with three special one-night events featuring music, comedy, and magic.The series begins April 18 at 7:30 p.m. with “Peace In The Valley: A Tribute to the Gospel Recordings of Johnny Cash & Elvis Presley,” starring Jonny Lyons. The concert celebrates the spiritual recordings of two of America’s most iconic performers, bringing together beloved gospel
Clinton Invites Cyclists Around the World to Celebrate America’s 250th with Community Events and 250-Mile Cycling Challenge
Communities across the United States are preparing to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026, and Clinton, Iowa is already gearing up with a full slate of events and community initiatives leading up to its annual Fourth of July celebration. Planning for the festivities began early this year, with the Clinton Fourth of July Committee launching biweekly meetings in January to organize one of the region’s largest Independence Day celebrations. Beyond the traditional festivities, the committee and
Timber Lake Playhouse Invites Audiences to Celebrate its 65th Anniversary Season in 2026
As summer plans begin to take shape, Timber Lake Playhouse is inviting audiences to be part of a milestone year in 2026 - its 65th Anniversary Season at the Theatre in the Woods.For 65 years, Timber Lake Playhouse has welcomed generations of theatergoers to its wooded hillside outside Mount Carroll, where stories unfold beneath open skies and applause echoes through the trees. The 2026 season celebrates that legacy with a vibrant mix of beloved musicals, dynamic storytelling, and continued investment in new
Grow Clinton & DCDC to Host Saturday Legislative Coffees
Every legislative session, Grow Clinton and DeWitt Chamber & Development Corp host two Legislative Coffees on one Saturday every month. Grow Clinton’s coffee is hosted in Camanche and held at 9am. The coffee features a moderated discussion with the state elected officials: Representatives Tom Determann and Norlin Mommsen and Senator Mike Zimmer. The first coffee is on Saturday January 24 with the remaining being all Saturdays at 9am as well: February 28, March 14, and April 18. The coffees will be held at
