Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mark Pattison and Kirk Miller became the new owners of Pebble Creek Golf Course on March 4 and will host an open house Saturday, March 28 from 5 to 9 p.m. to welcome guests before the course opens for the season on Wednesday, April 15, weather permitting. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ The Castle Alterations & Creations has opened at the Salons and Studios building on Utica Ridge at Studio 134. Owner Gracie McAvoy, an Illinois-based designer with 10 years of experience, accepts appointments for clothing alterations and memorial fabric items during business hours (9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday). Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ South Front Networks’ small data centers in Davenport use about 20,000 kilowatt hours per month (more than a home but less than a small grocery store), and Meta has purchased 328 acres nearby for a future facility as the region draws interest with competitive electricity rates and a central location. KWQC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Davenport lawmaker is hosting a screening of Pulitzer Prize winner Art Cullen’s docuseries (What's Eating Iowa?) on Saturday in Davenport. The event will showcase Cullen’s work to local attendees. The Quad City Times
- ➤ Local artist Grace DeVrieze is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony (today) in Rock Island to open her new Alchemists Art Studio, a venture celebrating art and community. The Quad City Times
- ➤ The Quad City Regional Auto Show starts today at the Bend XPO in East Moline and will run through Sunday, featuring new vehicles, special guests, and family attractions. Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for seniors when buying discounted tickets online, while children under 13 enter free. KWQC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New job postings offer Quad-Cities residents fresh local opportunities for employment. Listings provide details for various roles and requirements available online today. The Dispatch Argus
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Iowa lawmakers advanced a bill that would let community colleges offer four-year degrees while private colleges worry about enrollment & finances. The measure is set to move forward as lawmakers plan next steps. The Quad City Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Davenport residents are urged to prepare for severe thunderstorms that bring dangerous winds and large hail—experts advise monitoring forecasts and seeking safe shelter by avoiding hazards like trees and power lines. KWQC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Missouri Valley Conference Tournament will air on Cozi 6.3 for four days, starting with a pregame show at 3 p.m. Thursday. Local sports fans can watch the live coverage on the channel. KWQC
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Clementine with Company Dimes Concert
7-11 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live music by Clementine while absorbing vibrant melodies and rhythms.
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DJ OBIE Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Free entry — Experience a night of live DJ music in a vibrant local venue.
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Bailey Zimmerman Concert
7-10 p.m. — Vibrant Arena at The MARK — Tickets from $45 — Experience an electrifying evening with Bailey Zimmerman live in concert.
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The Ultimate Elvis Experience Featuring Shawn Klush and Cody Ray Slaughter
12 AM — Adler Theatre — $210 — Experience a thrilling tribute to Elvis with live performances that will bring nostalgia and excitement to the stage.
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K-Pop Universe
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds Speedway — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience an unforgettable show of music, lights, and powerful performances.
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Brad & the Big Wave Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience Eastern Iowa's own Brad & the Big Wave with special guests PONS in an eclectic live music event.
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Motown & Friends: A Tribute
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Adler Theatre — Tickets starting at $76 — Experience an unforgettable tribute to Motown music and its timeless classics.
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Paint Party at Daiquiri Factory
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $35 per person — Create a highland cow masterpiece with guidance and all materials provided.
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Movie Night at The Last Picture House
5-8 p.m. — The Last Picture House — Tickets available — Chill with friends, popcorn, and your favorite flicks at an awesome movie night.
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Conflict Management Training Workshop
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Regus — Course fee applies — Master the skills to resolve conflicts effectively in professional settings.
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