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Davenport
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Quad Cities International Airport is hosting a donation drive for TSA workers amid a partial government shutdown. Donations including non-perishable food, toiletries, and gift cards will be accepted Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to noon & from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the airport. KWQC
- ➤ Humane Society of Scott County introduces Mama’s Boy, a goofy, friendly stray pup great with other dogs, and invites locals to its Doggie Easter Egg Hunt from noon to 2 p.m. on April 11 at the Mississippi Valley Fairground, where free microchipping is offered and dogs must be leashed. KWQC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Arconic held a ceremony Tuesday to celebrate 27 employees who completed their apprenticeship programs at Davenport Works and advanced to journeyman roles in skilled trades - family and friends gathered to honor their achievement. KWQC
- ➤ High Porch Coffee, LLC owners Jeremy Music & Kris Pickens were honored as Multi-Unit Franchisee of the Year at the Scooter’s Coffee Conference in Omaha. Their 25 stores, most in Eastern Iowa, posted double-digit sales increases and now coach other franchisees. Quad Cities Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, the QCCA Expo Center will host the Spring Craft Show with 125 vendors offering handmade items, seasonal decor, gifts, and specialty products (Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Admission is $5 for adults with free entry for children 12 and under. KWQC
- ➤ Brad Mundt built an indoor farm at RiverCenter that displays a barn & pasture along with a corn field using antique farm equipment. Gathering of the Green attendees viewed the creative project that brings nostalgic farm elements indoors. The Dispatch Argus
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Davenport Community Schools is considering demolishing two 100-year-old red brick storage buildings at Brady and East 36th Streets, since repairs cost roughly $1 million while demolition is about $150,000, and safer parking is planned; demolition could start this summer (repairs are too expensive). KWQC
- ➤ The Davenport School Board is considering adding preschool classes at the JB Young Center (requiring $5.8 million in renovations) to offer early learning opportunities. The Quad City Times
- ➤ Nonprofit fundraising professionals from the Quad Cities are invited to attend the Success in Fundraising: Rooted & Resilient conference on Tuesday, Apr. 16 at Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., where Mallory Erickson of Practivated will lead tailored breakout sessions for newcomers, mid-career, and seasoned fundraisers. Quad Cities Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The IRS has released its Dirty Dozen list of tax scams to warn Davenport residents to avoid phishing emails, AI-generated calls and fake charities. Taxpayers should verify all IRS contacts — which are sent by mail — before taking action to protect their refunds. KWQC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club will host its Live from QC… It’s Saturday Nite gala on March 28 at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center in Bettendorf. Presented by MercyOne Genesis, the event includes comedy, live music, food, and auctions to fund free support programs. Quad Cities Business Journal
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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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Eiermarkt Spring Vendor Market
10 AM – 2 PM — German American Heritage Center & Museum — Free admission — Discover handmade goods, crafts, and spring decor by local vendors.
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QC Easter Egg Hunt
1-3 p.m. — Modern Woodmen Park — Free for kids 12 and under — Gather colorful eggs and snap a photo with the Easter bunny at this festive neighborhood hunt.
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IRIS BLUE Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $13.22 — Catch the catchy riffs of Chicago's Indie Rock sensation Iris Blue with special guests We Were Paper.
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The Whips Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience the musical journey of The Whips with special guests in an intimate setting.
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When It Was Fun Live - Spring Tour
7 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. — Common Chord | Home of the Redstone Room — $ — Experience an interactive journey through R&B/Hip Hop with trivia, dance challenges, and karaoke.
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JP Sports Indoor Baseball Blast
All day — TBK Bank Sports Complex — Registration required — Enjoy a thrilling USSSA sanctioned indoor baseball tournament suitable for all ages.
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St. Ambrose University Preview Dinner
6-10 p.m. — Rogalski Center — Ticketed event — Enjoy a gourmet four-course meal paired with fine wines while supporting scholarships at St. Ambrose University.
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PMP Certification Exam Prep Training Course
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus — Contact for pricing — Engage in an intensive PMP training bootcamp with expert-led instruction and a 100% pass guarantee.
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