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Davenport
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hand in Hand will open a second People with Purpose day-habilitation program on Monday, Sept. 1 to serve individuals with disabilities aged 18 and up—addressing a growing waiting list. The program will run from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Edwards United Church of Christ until a permanent site is secured by Jan. 1. Quad Cities Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bill Thompson discovered a Purple Heart—found while cleaning a Huntsville home—that belonged to World War II submariner Richard 'Dick' Paper and is now preparing to return it to his family in Davenport; Jeff Paper, the son of Bob Paper, confirmed his interest in receiving the treasured item. The Dispatch Argus
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Davenport Community School District Superintendent TJ Schneckloth said today that drivers must be careful as more students return to school and reminded students to follow the district’s cell phone rules. He also noted that construction work will be underway in some schools (upgrades will be seen starting Monday) as the new school year begins. KWQC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After heavy rains in July caused Duck Creek to rise and flood areas near Davenport, local officials and emergency management leaders met to discuss adding a network of stream gauges and rainfall gauges—tools that could send alerts faster during flash floods. Retired weather official Ray Wolf said the improved system may help trigger quicker road closures and evacuations when future storms intensify. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ As the new school year starts, Iowa drivers in Davenport must follow state rules when school buses show flashing lights. Drivers behind a bus must not pass and must stop 15 feet away when red lights flash and the stop arm comes out—drivers coming from the opposite side slow to 20 mph until it is safe, and breaking these rules can lead to up to 180 days of license suspension. KWQC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Vera French Mental Health Center in the Quad Cities offers Multisystemic Therapy — MST — for troubled youth aged 12-17 to help them avoid foster care or jail. The program works with parents to build support and accountability at home, school and in the community. KWQC
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54th Annual Chief Blackhawk Antique Motorcycle Swap Meet
5 PM – 10 PM — Mississippi Valley Fair Grounds — Cost varies — Explore hundreds of vendors offering antique motorcycles, parts, and accessories along with delicious food options.
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Last Chance Tour Night
5-8 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Check website for ticket info — Experience the final look at cutting-edge footwear innovation before the exhibition closes.
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Midwest Labor Day Cup
August 29-31 — TBK Bank Sports Complex — Tuition: 7v7 = $645, 9v9 = $745, 11v11 = $845 — Compete in a thrilling soccer tournament for U9-U19 teams in Bettendorf.
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Alex Williams with Isaac Rudd
7-11 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience a night of southern storytelling and country music with Alex Williams and special guest Isaac Rudd.
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TSUSHIMAMIRE Live Concert
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience the legendary Japanese rock trio TsuShiMaMiRe with special guests in an unforgettable night of music.
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Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Quad Cities River Bandits
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Modern Woodmen Park — Tickets required — Catch the exciting baseball showdown between the Kernels and River Bandits in Davenport.
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10th Annual Monarch Release Party
9 AM - 12 PM — Nahant Marsh Education Center — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of monarch magic while tagging and releasing butterflies on their journey to Mexico.
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Joshua Hedley Concert
3-7 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $21.17 — Experience the raucous wit of country music's own singing professor live in Davenport.
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Ozzy Osbourne Live Concert
7:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Adler Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Ozzy Osbourne performing live in Davenport.
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Pete Holmes Live Performance
7 PM — Adler Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Pete Holmes.
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