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Monday, April 27th, 2026

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Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • 15-year-old Joshua Smith received a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Samantha on Saturday at the Riverbend Gala in Bettendorf; his wish marked Make-A-Wish Iowa’s 5,000th granted wish and offered comfort during his leukemia treatment. The nonprofit celebrated this milestone to inspire hope among youth.  KWQC

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Midwest Technical Institute hosted its annual high school welding competition at the Moline campus in April, awarding $16,000 in scholarships to 15 students (with first prize winner Jorge Rosales receiving a $5,000 award and a $1,000 donation to Moline High School) to support their career paths in skilled trades.  KWQC

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Davenport drivers can find mobile speed cabinets placed around town from Monday through May 4 at spots such as 900 West Central Park Avenue and 2800 Division Street — check local updates to adjust your route.  KWQC

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 4/28/26

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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.

    Thu, 4/30/26

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  • Quad City Stand-Up Comedy Featuring Zach Martina

    8-10 p.m. — Front Street Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with headliner Zach Martina and talented comedians from the Midwest.

    Sat, 5/2/26

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  • Matt Corman with Ollie Joseph

    6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Enjoy live performances from Matt Corman and special guest Ollie Joseph at this all-ages event.

    Sun, 5/3/26

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  • ZG Smith with Special Guests

    6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Enjoy an evening of indie-folk music with ZG Smith and special guests Moe Reen and Madison Hughes.

    Mon, 5/4/26

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  • Sway Wild Live Concert

    6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $21.17 — Experience the new sound of indie folk-rock duo Sway Wild with special guests.

    Wed, 5/6/26

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  • Adam Hood Live Performance

    6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience the vibrant Southern music of Adam Hood with special guests in an intimate setting.

    Thu, 5/7/26

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  • Tommy Newport Live Performance

    6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $26.45 — Experience the infectious indie anthems of British-American singer Tommy Newport live in Davenport.

    Fri, 5/8/26

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  • Chris Duarte Live Performance

    7-11 p.m. — Bootleg Hill Honey Meads — Cost information TBA — Legendary blues punk guitarist Chris Duarte performs live with a special guest.

    Sat, 5/9/26

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  • Back to the Scene: Emo Night

    7-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $13.22 — Celebrate the nostalgia of emo music with a night filled with the best tunes of the genre.

    Fri, 5/15/26

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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