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Getting to Know Michelle Solis Russell and Russell Group

By Gabe ZwierzynskiAndy McCray,

14 hours ago

Chief Meteorologist Andy McCray talks with familiar faces around the Quad Cities in the Getting to Know Podcast.

Learn more about important people around our area and have a good time doing it. Each week will feature a new guest from restaurant owners, to area leaders, to Our Quad Cities News Staff.

In this episode hear from Michelle Solis Russell from Russell Group Construction and Development. How has the company grown over the years and what did the early days look like? What kind of events will the company be holding for the public?

To watch click the video above or catch it on the Our Quad Cities News + streaming app or YouTube Channel.

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