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Davenport
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ DuTrac Community Credit Union will host its 3rd Annual Diaper Drive throughout May to support local families by collecting essential supplies — the drive is a community-led effort aimed at meeting local needs. The Quad City Times
- ➤ On Thursday, April 16, Dress for Success Quad Cities will open its doors from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 423 East 32nd St. (new executive director Mikael Gibson will be present), inviting community members to explore career programs and volunteer opportunities. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ Visit Quad Cities surprised honorees at their workplaces today during QC Restaurant Week, celebrating local service stars + recognizing their contributions to the dining scene. The Dispatch Argus
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ John Deere announced nearly 50 employees will return to work across three facilities as 21 move to Dubuque Works, 20 head to Davenport Works and eight join Coffeyville Works. The company said the remaining workers will resume duties throughout April to support fabrication, assembly and material handling. KWQC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Visit Quad Cities surprised restaurant workers by honoring the 2026 QC Restaurant Week Service Stars at their respective workplaces. The awards recognized outstanding service and celebrated local dining excellence. The Quad City Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the Quad-Cities jumped nearly 30 cents in the past week and are 47.2 cents per gallon higher than a month ago + 73.8 cents higher than a year ago. The Dispatch Argus
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The $3 million Great Oaks High School (Career Center) will open in fall in Davenport at the former Big Lots building on Brady Street, offering a second chance at diplomas and career training in construction, manufacturing and healthcare for students ages 16 to 21. Enrollment opens in May. KWQC
- ➤ Thrivent Financial Advisors Thomas Brooke and Lillie Huhndorf will host a workshop for families to learn special needs planning. The event is on Thursday, April 16 with an in-person session at 5:30 p.m. at Last Picture House downtown and a virtual session at noon (reserve a spot by email). Quad Cities Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Davenport Fire Department invites community members to submit name ideas for its new rescue boat + the form closes Friday, with the boat arriving the week of Apr. 27 and a naming ceremony planned for late May or early June. KWQC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MercyOne Genesis Aledo Medical Center and MercyOne Genesis DeWitt Medical Center now offer mental health resources for seniors, including group therapy, evaluations and medication management, available by referral to those 65 and older. KWQC
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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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Barely Civil with Known Moons and In Shining Armor
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $13.22 — Experience a night of alternative-indie rock with Milwaukee's Known Moons and special guests Barely Civil and In Shining Armor.
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Beetlejuice: The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Adler Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the whimsical and eerie tale of Lydia Deetz as she encounters a demon with a flair for stripes.
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Ringo Deathstarr Concert
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $26.45 — Enjoy live performances by Ringo Deathstarr alongside special guests Shadingthesun and Blist Her.
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