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Davenport
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Women Fighting Hunger event raised $166,000 for River Bend Food Bank, adding to $566,000 raised since 2019. The fundraiser supports local food relief efforts for community residents. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ A pinwheel garden was planted in Rock Island outside the Police Department Friday morning to mark Child Abuse Prevention Month with blue pinwheels symbolizing healthy childhoods; similar displays are on show in Davenport and Bettendorf + Moline will hold its event Monday. KWQC
- ➤ Davenport public libraries are offering free seeds to help local gardeners plant vegetables, herbs, flowers and native plants this spring. No library card is required and how-to-grow guides are available at each branch (or online) to help new planters. KWQC
- ➤ North Family YMCA will close its current location on June 19 and reopen at its new site at 1010 E. Kimberly Road on July 6 with a community open house on July 11. The move supports expanded health and wellness programs in Davenport. Quad Cities Business Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An EF-1 tornado confirmed by the National Weather Service in Davenport on Thursday tore through Welton, Charlotte and Preston with 105 mph winds that damaged homes, buildings and trees, and officials are reviewing data for more details. KWQC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On April 2, Quanta Services acquired the Davenport-based Tri-City Group, which will keep its name and leadership while continuing to serve the Quad Cities community + build on its 131-year legacy. Quad Cities Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ben Polyak, an Augustana College student studying education, is carrying on his family's teaching legacy as his father was recently honored as Superintendent of the Year by the Illinois Association of School Administrators. The Quad City Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The St. Ambrose University dance team won its 5th national title at the NAIA Competitive Dance National Championship in Topeka, Kansas after a strong comeback from last season. Head Coach Laurel Ritter said the team practiced relentlessly + set its sights on future competitions. KWQC
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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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Thursday Night Comedy Series featuring Jackie Fabulous
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Adler Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Jackie Fabulous at a premier local venue.
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Bucktown Americana Music Show
7-9 PM — Rock Island Library Watts-Midtown Branch — Free entry — Enjoy a night of Americana music in a cozy library setting.
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FLATFOOT 56 with Something To Do
7-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Flatfoot 56 and special guests Something To Do.
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Paint Party at Daiquiri Factory
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $35 — Create a masterpiece painting a delightful baby goat while enjoying drinks and laughter.
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R.A.P. Ferreira Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience R.A.P. Ferreira in person with very special guests delivering a night of unique and captivating music.
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Dave Helmer Band with Special Guests
7-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Dave Helmer Band alongside CAMP REGRET, THE VALUE OF HUMAN LIFE, and WESTERN GRIP.
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Indie Sleaze Dance Party
8-11:59 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Free entry — Dance the night away at the Indie Sleaze Dance Party with great tunes and a vibrant atmosphere.
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