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Davenport
Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Davenport Public Library is asking for clean, gently used formal wear donations for the Night to Shine prom for people with special needs. Drop-off dates are Jan. 9, 10, 16, and 17 and the giveaway is set for Jan. 30 (2 to 5 p.m.) and Jan. 31 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.). KWQC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Officials determined that a mechanical equipment malfunction in the basement caused the Dec. 17 fire at Barrel House Restaurant; Davenport firefighters arrived at 6:20 a.m. + quickly controlled the blaze, though significant smoke damage forced the closure. KWQC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two Scott County businesses received over $1M in SBA loans in December, which helped create 55 new jobs and retain 316 in the Quad Cities area. King Products Inc. in Davenport received $338,300 and RDBR, LLC of Eldridge was awarded $665,000 (totaling $1,003,300), according to the SBA’s Iowa office. Quad Cities Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Experts reported that nearly 40% of third graders in the region are not reading at grade level, which may affect their school success and future opportunities. Local institutions are offering free story times and one-on-one reading sessions to build strong early literacy skills. KWQC
- ➤ Augustana College has renamed its Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to the Office of the Vice President for Culture and Connection as part of its 10 Years of Becoming theme this year. The college will soon launch new programs—helping students connect and learn across cultures. Quad Cities Business Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bald Eagle Days 2026 returns to the Quad Cities from Jan. 9-11 at the QCCA Expo Center in Rock Island. Families can explore conservation workshops, wildlife activities and interactive booths, with adult tickets $6 and children aged 6 to 15 $1 (children under 5 are free). Quad Cities Business Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UnityPoint Health is hosting a free community session on surgical weight loss options from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15 at the Jardine Auditorium at Trinity Rock Island (2701 17th St.) with experts available to answer questions; registration is required by Monday, Jan. 12 for one of 100 spots. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois at Gilda’s Club will host a free workshop, “Navigating Brain Fog,” on Monday, Jan. 12 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. via Zoom and in-person at Gilda’s Club Moline (600 John Deere Road, Suite 101) to help cancer survivors and caregivers improve memory and focus. Quad Cities Business Journal
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Quad City Bald Eagle Days
4-8 p.m. — QCCA Expo Center — General Admission $0.15+ — Celebrate wildlife with live eagle demonstrations and nature-themed exhibits.
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BURSTING w/A LIGHT AMONG MANY
7-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Enjoy an evening with BURSTING and special guests A LIGHT AMONG MANY in a vibrant live music setting.
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Fundraiser Tuesday at Great River Brewery
5-8 p.m. — Great River Brewery — 10% of sales donated — Support local youth and community programs while enjoying great food and drinks.
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Paint Nite: Dawn of New Beginnings
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Prices vary — Create a custom landscape painting while enjoying drinks in a fun atmosphere.
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Paint Party at Daiquiri Factory
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $35 per person — Enjoy a creative evening of painting and sipping with friends at this guided event.
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Myron Elkins Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience Heartland Rock N Roll with Myron Elkins and special guests.
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Quad City Storm Night at The Landing Ice Rink
5-9 p.m. — The Landing Ice Rink — $5 admission, $3 skate rental — Skate with Quad City Storm players and meet Radar while enjoying a fun evening on ice.
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Jenna Paulette with Liv McNair Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience the unique country sounds of Jenna Paulette alongside special guest Liv McNair.
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Cosmic Disco Dance Party
7-11 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Free entry — Groove through a cosmic night filled with Disco, Funk, Dub, House, and more.
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