Good morning, Davenport.

River Bend Food Bank in Davenport lost about $515,000 in food after USDA program cuts reduced supplies—roughly six percent of expected deliveries—and the staff anticipated an additional 1-2% cut as demand grew in the community.

Crime Stoppers of the Quad Cities is asking Davenport residents to help catch two fugitives by calling the tip line at 309-762-9500 for an elevated reward, with 27-year-old Devontre Campbell, 5-10 and 232-pound with black hair and brown eyes, wanted for escaping work release from the Davenport Work Release Center on charges of criminal mischief and eluding while on felony work, and 61-year-old Michael Cruzen, 6-foot and 185-pound with a bald head and blue eyes, wanted in Scott County for witness tampering, disorderly conduct and criminal mischief.

A bill in the Iowa House that increases fines for open meeting law violations was inspired by a partial collapse in downtown Davenport that left people injured and led to amputations.

Rep. Gary Mohr said local leaders did not share public documents and the bill is now headed to the Senate for further review—its future remains uncertain.

Homeowners Christine Deines and Matthew Bevirt of a historic Hamburg home had their request for sliding French doors denied by the Historic Preservation Commission — the commission said the door did not match the Queen Anne style and that proper approval steps were bypassed.

Now the couple is circulating a petition to ask the city council to reverse the decision and reform the commission, and they may face fines until the issue is resolved.

Homeowners in the Hamburg Historic District in Davenport circulated a petition after the Historic Preservation Commission denied their request to install sliding French doors on their Queen Anne home — they plan to appeal to the city council in April.

The homeowners argue that the commission focuses on design reviews instead of educating property owners and that its delays add extra financial and physical burdens.

Rock Island City Council approved a business development tax district near I-280 on Monday, March 25, limiting future development in the Milan Bottoms area to low-impact recreation.

The council unanimously directed staff to design a conservation easement over the next 12 months—an effort that aims to preserve wetlands while protestors remain concerned about advancing controversial developments.

Modern Woodmen Park on the riverfront in downtown Davenport was named Best Minor League Ballpark in USA TODAY 10Best.com’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards for the third time—officials announced the honor on March 26th.

The ballpark is home to the Quad Cities River Bandits and earned the title last year, too.

River Action has added a competitive nine-mile Dam to Dam Kayak Race to this year's Floatzilla event, with the race starting at Illiniwek Park in Hampton and ending at Lock and Dam 15 in Davenport at about 9:30 a.m. on August 16.

A family-friendly Floatzilla Pallooza at Lake Potter will offer music and workshops as paddlers from the region and beyond try to set a world record for the largest raft of canoes and kayaks—local groups are helping stage the new race.

Paco Erhard's 5-Step Guide to Being German

Paco Erhard presents his unique observational comedy show that humorously explores aspects of German culture and current events, promising an entertaining experience at the Adler Theatre.

Paco Erhard - 5 Step Guide to Being German

7:30-8:30 p.m. — River Center Adler Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy a comedic exploration of German culture with Paco Erhard.

Million Dollar Time Machine Concert at Adler Theatre

The concert featuring Million Dollar Time Machine at Adler Theatre promises a vibrant evening of rock and pop music.

Louise Kames: I Don't See Anything That's Not Beautiful Celebration and Artist Talk

6:30-8 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the beauty of art and engage in a dialogue with the artist Louise Kames.

April Fools Festival

Friday evening — TBK Bank Sports Complex — $625 — Compete in a thrilling youth baseball tournament on pristine turf fields for double points.

Battle of The Ballers Basketball Tournament

April 5-6 — TBK Bank Sports Complex — $250 — Join local and regional teams for an exciting two-day basketball tournament with awards and playoff opportunities.

38 Special Concert

7-10 p.m. — Capitol Theatre — $ — Rock out with Southern rock legends 38 Special as they tour and perform classic anthems.

Bob Dylan Concert

7-10 p.m. — Adler Theatre — Tickets from $123 — Experience an unforgettable night of live music with the legendary Bob Dylan, igniting the crowd with his timeless hits.

Cara and Diego Romero: Tales of Futures Past Program

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free entry — Explore themes in Cara and Diego Romero’s artwork through an engaging program.

Spotlight Dance Cup

6 PM – 7 PM — RiverCenter — Entry fees vary — Experience a vibrant showcase of dance talent and creativity during this exciting competition.