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Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ During this weekend in the Quad Cities, Dogtoberfest took place in Bettendorf from 5 to 8 p.m. at Crow Creek Dog Park and Mercado on Fifth lit up Moline’s 5th Avenue — showcasing local food and music. Today, nature lovers can visit the 7th Annual Monarch Festival at the Wapsi River Center starting at 11 a.m. and the Quad Cities Brick Convention will run through today and tomorrow — offering interactive LEGO building for all ages. KWQC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Figge Art Museum opens '100 Years of Collecting' today to honor a century of donations that began with ex-mayor Charles August Ficke's 1925 gift. The exhibit features American, Haitian, Spanish Colonial and contemporary art—along with an Adopt an Artwork program to help preserve the collection until Jan. 11. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ Korgossarna, a Swedish men’s choir from Uppsala University, will perform a free concert at Augustana College in Wallenberg Hall at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20— the event will include a joint performance with the Augustana Choir and is part of the group’s U.S. tour. Quad Cities Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Junior Achievement of the Heartland in Moline is recruiting classroom volunteers for the 2025 to 2026 school year in the Quad Cities and nearby communities. Opportunities are available for elementary, middle (and high) school classrooms with full support and training provided. Quad Cities Business Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Todd Bogenschutz of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources said the statewide pheasant population reached a 20-year high after a mild winter helped more birds survive. Hunting season opens October 25 (youth hunts October 18 and 19) as officials expect about 700,000 roosters to be harvested despite a long-term loss of grasslands. KWQC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Moline officials have started using a tool called the Goosinator to scare off protected Canada geese—fueling online debate about whether the method is too harsh. Wildlife Services explained that while the law prevents capturing or killing the birds, scaring them away is allowed to manage their population. KWQC
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Abby Jeanne and The Shadowband Live
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Enjoy an in-person performance by Abby Jeanne and The Shadowband with special guests.
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Songwriter Sessions Featuring Jenny Shawhan, Chris Avey, and Young Jack Morrow
8 p.m. — Common Chord | Home of the Redstone Room — Pricing Varies — Experience an intimate evening of storytelling and live music with talented songwriters in a unique setting.
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4th Annual Oktoberfest
12-7 p.m. — Kaiserslautern Square — Free entry — Celebrate German culture with food, drinks, and community fun in the heart of Davenport.
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Adam Paddock Opening for Doublecamp
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of acoustic melodies as Adam Paddock opens for Doublecamp on their 'Flowers for Every Occasion' Tour.
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THE HELIGOATS with JAKE MCKELVIE
7-11 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Ticket pricing not specified — Enjoy a night of solo indie tunes from the Heligoats and opener Jake McKelvie.
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Exhibition Celebration with Kristin Quinn
5-8 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free entry — Enjoy an evening reflecting on the art of Kristin Quinn currently showcased at the museum.
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2025 One Eighty Annual Golf Outing
1-5 p.m. — Emeis Golf Course — Entry fee covers golf, cart, snack, and lunch — Swing into fall while supporting recovery from crisis and addiction.
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Parmalee Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Capitol Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music from Parmalee in Davenport.
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Live Performance by 81355
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience the laid-back sounds of 81355 with special guests in a vibrant music scene.
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FP-C, CCP-C, CFRN® and CTRN® Exam Review Course + Mechanical Ventilator Master Class
1 PM - 10 PM — MedForce Air — $225.00 – $425.00 — Enhance your skills with expert-led review courses and a master class on mechanical ventilation.
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