Good morning, Davenport.

Marco’s Pizza closed its Davenport location and all Iowa sites by early January.

A call on Jan. 8 reached an automated message stating the store will not reopen (the corporate website shows no active Iowa locations).

Palmer College will undergo a leadership change as Barbara Melbourne retires at the end of January after nearly a decade advancing fundraising while Clare Thompson steps in to guide growth + boost alumni engagement.

The college praised Melbourne’s lasting impact on its donor culture.

Davenport students earned nominations for national and state academic awards in December for their performance arts achievements, highlighting local talent in schools.

MercyOne Birth Centers reported 8,592 births in 2025 with more girls than boys (4,321 girls and 4,271 boys), including 133 twin sets.

The network recorded a 194% increase in deliveries at its Genesis Silvis Medical Center compared to fiscal year 2023.

Jordan Gillund at MercyOne Genesis recommends using bands + jump rope for indoor workouts as winter weather may limit safe outdoor exercise and increase fall risks.

He advises starting slow with home videos and apps to keep active and healthy in Davenport.

Health reporter Cesar Toscano urges locals to get a flu shot as the flu season worsens, advising residents to act now while officials monitor rising cases.

The reminder comes amid ongoing efforts to safeguard community health.

Former Arizona GOP candidate Kari Lake bought a two-bedroom, one-bath condo in Davenport in November from a family trust for $58,500, which has renewed talk of a possible local political run ahead of upcoming office filing deadlines.

Coach Gary Thrapp at Beyond the Baseline is working to boost declining girls basketball participation by emphasizing fun over pressure, and he will coordinate the IHMVCU Girls Basketball Shootout at Wharton Fieldhouse and Carver Center this Saturday, with games starting at 10:00 a.m. and finals at 8:00 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Myron Elkins Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience Heartland Rock N Roll with Myron Elkins and special guests.

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.

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.

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.