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Tuesday, January 27th, 2026

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Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The NorthPark Mall Food Pantry closed Monday due to a water-main break that affected mall operations & it will reopen Wednesday at 10 a.m.  KWQC
  • The Hubbell-Waterman Foundation announced on Jan. 21 that it will distribute over $2 million in grants to 67 nonprofits in the Quad Cities to support food security, arts, and education. The grants aim to build a growing and inclusive community.  Quad Cities Business Journal

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Mel Foster Insurance celebrated its 2025 achievements on Thursday, Jan. 22 by honoring nearly 35 team members for outstanding service at Holiday Inn & Suites in Davenport. Company leaders, including President Marc Engels and CEO Rob Fick, planned further investments in technology and employee development for 2026 (award recognition).  Quad Cities Business Journal
  • Jenny Juehring is named newest partner at Lane & Waterman law firm and her appointment bolsters the firm's commitment to quality legal service for Davenport residents.  The Dispatch Argus
  • Shuttleworth and Ingersoll expanded its legal team by adding nine new attorneys, including four at the Davenport office that opened on Nov. 17 - the expansion will serve Iowa and Illinois markets in the Quad Cities, with details on a permanent office coming soon.  Quad Cities Business Journal

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Extreme cold forces local school districts to adjust schedules and safety measures as buses and recess become a concern. Pleasant Valley sticks with in-person instruction and adds makeup days while alerting families of any changes.  KWQC

HEALTH NEWS

  • Better Health Foundation elected new board leaders last December and added entrepreneur Kristin Campbell from DeWitt for a three-year term. The Davenport organization said the leadership change supports its new strategic plan to boost community health in the Quad Cities region.  Quad Cities Business Journal

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Myron Elkins Live Performance

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

    Thu, 1/29/26

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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.

    Tue, 2/3/26

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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.

    Wed, 2/4/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/7/26

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  • Euchre Tournament for Empower House

    6:30-10:30 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $20 per team — Compete in a spirited euchre tournament for a good cause while enjoying a fun evening out.

    Wed, 2/11/26

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  • Fishing, Hunting & Outdoor Adventure Show

    4 PM – 8 PM (Thu), 10 AM – 7 PM (Fri), 10 AM – 6 PM (Sat), 10 AM – 3 PM (Sun) — QCCA Expo Center — General Admission $0.20 ticket fee — A weekend celebration of outdoor passions featuring gear, seminars, and family-friendly activities.

    Thu, 2/12/26

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  • Sweetheart Dance

    5:30-8 p.m. — Bettendorf Parks & Recreation — $60 for first adult and child, $20 for each additional — Create cherished memories with family at a dance filled with fun activities.

    Fri, 2/13/26

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  • Lovefool Valentine's Day Karaoke

    7-11:59 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Free entry — Come sing your heart out in a cozy atmosphere this Valentine's Day.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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  • BEE Curious: Explore STEAM at SAU

    4-6:30 p.m. — Rogalski Center — Registration opens January 19th — Explore hands-on STEAM activities with robots and exhibits for all ages.

    Tue, 2/17/26

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  • Paint Nite: Snowy Winter Stream

    6:30-8:30 p.m. — City Loafers — Save $10 with code INSIDER10USA — Paint, sip, and unwind while creating your own winter masterpiece.

    Fri, 2/20/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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