Good morning, Davenport.

Friends of the Musser Public Library will host a semi-annual book sale where visitors can name their price on books, vinyls, and more from Oct.

22 to Oct. 24 in Davenport.

Birdies for Charity raised around $20M for charities at the 2026 John Deere Classic, breaking last year’s record of $16.9M.

The record donation supports local organizations and sets a high benchmark for future community giving.

Photographer Antonio Varela (AJV Photography) uses his camera skills to celebrate Hispanic heritage and capture moments that bring families together.

He began saving money for cameras as a boy and now his work connects communities with care.

EICC Chancellor Bryan Renfro said his students and alumni helped add over $700 million to local economies, and he is proud of their work.

He made these remarks during a recent discussion in the community.

Blue Grass Elementary students will honor national & Quad-Cities veterans and celebrate the United States' 250th birthday with an event on Tuesday.

The school’s tribute will recognize the contributions of those who served in our local community.

Western Illinois University’s Museum Studies program will host its first microcredential workshop, Museum and Technology, on Wednesday, Nov.

4 at the WIU Quad Cities campus in Moline. Supported by an institute grant, it runs (9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) with options for in-person and online participation.

Augustana College named alumna Angela Snyder as its first assistant vice president for impact learning on Monday, Oct.

12. She will lead CORE (the program that links students with hands-on learning and community engagement) and support curricular innovation at the college.

Davenport firefighters visited Jefferson Elementary School yesterday to give students fire safety tips during National Fire Prevention Month, demonstrating gear and exchanging fire helmets while reminding kids to check smoke detectors (a key step in knowing their exit plan).

Dr. Rich Whitaker—CEO of Vera French Mental Health Center—explained integrated treatment for substance use disorder and mental illness is more effective.

The approach aims to boost care in Davenport by addressing co-occurring disorders together.

Six-year-old JJ Ward from Davenport, who overcame early life challenges including surgery and a cystic fibrosis diagnosis with treatment improvements like Trikafta, served as kid captain today at Kinnick Stadium during the Hawkeyes game against Washington.