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Empowering Abilities, a local nonprofit supporting people with disabilities, will add three board members (Tracy Lindaman, Kendra Mulcahy Glazier, and Eric Langan) on Friday to guide its governance and advocacy efforts.

John Deere will rehire nearly 100 Iowa employees as production demand grows; the move follows layoffs of over 3,800 workers (since August 2023) across Illinois and Iowa.

Although Amazon cut 16,000 corporate jobs, its May 2025 estimate of 2,000 employees in Davenport indicates that the layoffs did not affect the local workforce.

QCR Holdings posted record annual net income of $127.2 million in 2025 and strong Q4 earnings with $35.7 million in net income and EPS of $2.12, as detailed in its report released Tuesday, Jan.

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Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse debuts the musical comedy Lucky Stiff at Downtown Rock Island through March 7 with performances on Wed, Fri, Sat at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 5:30 p.m. while Wednesday matinees start at 1:15 p.m. (tickets are $63 to $70).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

48th Annual Robert Burns Dinner Celebration

5:30-10:30 PM — Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf — $60+ — Celebrate Scotland with traditional food, music, and the joyous spirit of Robert Burns.