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Davenport
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Burlington Trailways is set to close offices in eastern and southeastern Iowa including Davenport, Burlington, Cedar Rapids, West Burlington and Des Moines. Dozens of workers will lose their jobs—47 employees in West Burlington will have their last day on October 18 while 5 in Cedar Rapids will be let go. KWQC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Putnam Museum will host its third annual Recycling Fashion Show—Garbage Glam—this Saturday, with appetizers and drinks at 6 p.m. and a 7 p.m. runway show featuring 11 models competing in two categories using garments made with at least 70% recycled materials. KWQC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Coffee prices have risen to $8.41 per pound due to rough weather and a 50% tariff on Brazilian beans, and coffee shop owner Gina Bettini said her Dunn Bros Coffee will keep prices steady under a one-year contract + she expects no shortage as she prepares for rising costs. A January visit to Guatemala showed her that storm-damaged crops may push production down, which could affect tomorrow's prices. KWQC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new state report card shows Iowa schools have improved attendance and English scores while math scores stayed flat and graduation rates dropped, with nearly 16% of students missing 10 or more school days. At least 23 Quad Cities schools do not meet basic proficiency standards—seven of which are in Davenport, though some local schools rank among the best. KWQC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Davenport city council is considering adding new neighborhoods to the DREAM program—an effort that since 2019 has helped homeowners make exterior improvements in the central city. If approved, the expansion will allow more residents to benefit from the initiative. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ The Army Corps of Engineers is asking locals how they use the Mississippi River as part of a study to guide future restoration work on the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers—responses will help shape new projects. The Quad City Times
- ➤ Iowa Congresswoman Ashley Hinson said she is worried about the household food security report's numbers after a private campaign event Monday—she supports a full check of the data used for tracking food access for 30 years. The USDA ended the report because it was seen as costly and redundant—with the final report planned for October 22 while food programs face cuts. KWQC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ORA Orthopedics will end its 60-year partnership with MercyOne Genesis effective Dec. 18 — stopping its orthopedic emergency and trauma coverage at MercyOne Genesis East in Davenport and MercyOne Genesis Illini in Silvis. MercyOne said it has already begun expanding orthopedic services with new providers and additional locations to ensure patients receive uninterrupted care. The Dispatch Argus
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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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Thomas Dollbaum Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience an evening with Thomas Dollbaum and special guests featuring melodic tunes inspired by modern indie sounds.
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Kenny Feidler Live with Brennan Scott Greene
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience live music with Kenny Feidler and special guest Brennan Scott Greene.
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