Good morning, Davenport.

YMCA Water Park at the Landing in Bettendorf welcomed over 70,000 visitors during its first season, though the YMCA CEO said the park could have attracted nearly 90,000 if a thrown beer bottle had forced a one-week closure.

The Iowa Association of Business and Industry has launched a contest to name the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Iowa, with public voting through Tuesday, Apr.

15. Voters can choose up to four products from over 51 nominees – including the Claw from Davenport – all from Iowa manufacturers.

A busy severe weather season continues as Illinois reported 54 tornadoes through April 8 while Iowa confirmed six, with a widespread outbreak on April 2 prompting tornado warnings in every county in the TV6 area (March brought 80 severe weather reports from eastern Iowa and western Illinois).

The I-74 Bridge Pedestrian Trail will be closed Monday through Friday from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. for utility work, with crews planning to finish by May 1.

The Quad City Steamwheelers will try to bounce back at home Saturday when they face undefeated Green Bay at 7 p.m. after starting the season 1-2, with coach Cory Ross saying early losses are a learning opportunity.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.