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Davenport
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The nonprofit One Eighty in west Davenport announced a leadership change as co-directors Halupnik and Fish plan to retire soon and a national search committee was formed to hire a new executive director by August, shifting the organization to a single executive director model. Quad Cities Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The new Riverbend FAME partnership will launch a manufacturing maintenance training program at EICC’s Blong Technology Center, preparing students for in-demand careers with hands-on, paid training in fall. The program, which is backed by local employers (Novelis, SSAB) and community partners, meets the growing need for skilled technicians. KWQC
- ➤ After a split vote, the Rock Island school board named Mario Sherrell as interim principal at Thurgood Marshall for the rest of the school year. The Quad City Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Owen Meyer thanked the UI Health Care AirCare team after suffering chest pain at a construction site Tuesday in Davenport; he credited their quick action with saving his life. KWQC
- ➤ UnityPoint Health offers free heart screenings in February for Heart Month. Blood pressure and cholesterol checks will run from 2 to 6 p.m. on Feb. 10 at Bettendorf, Feb. 12 at Rock Island, Feb. 17 at Moline, and Feb. 25 at Muscatine, with health experts ready to assist. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ Rosecrance Behavioral Health in Davenport was re-accredited by The Joint Commission during a five-day survey from Jan. 12—16 that checked quality of care, safety, and consistency at its 21 Iowa and Illinois locations. Surveyors noted the staff's expertise and the well-maintained, therapeutic facilities. Quad Cities Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school girls and boys basketball highlights from Jan. 27 were shown from across the river with games featuring Central DeWitt (vs Pleasant Valley), Bettendorf (vs Assumption) and Princeton (vs Riverdale). KWQC
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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