Good morning, Davenport.

Fareway customers have raised more than $158,000 for Variety, which aids children at risk, underprivileged youth, and those with special needs.

The donations will support ongoing local programs designed to improve lives.

John Deere and union members, including those in Davenport, did not approve a proposal to extend contracts by two years and will return to bargaining next fall; the current deal remains until October 2027 + Deere officials said they were disappointed.

District officials urged drivers to slow down near school buses after several drivers ignored the flashing lights and extended stop arms last year in the Quad Cities area, noting fines start at $250 in Iowa and $300 in Illinois (only four-lane roads permit passing) to keep children safe.

Drivers in Davenport should be alert today as mobile speed cameras are active at 2800 Jersey Ridge Road, 1000 West 53rd Street, 700 West 53rd Street, 1100 Marquette Street, and 1900 Brady Street; additional placements are set later this week.