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Davenport
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Arconic Corporation commissioned its new High Purity Aluminum facility at its Davenport Works plant last Thursday, doubling onsite capacity to produce HPA needed for aviation and defense. The project was supported by a $45.5M award from the U.S. Department of War using DPA Title III. KWQC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tapestry Farms invites the community to a Harvest Moon Celebration on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral at 121 W. 12th St. in Davenport. The event will feature music by Claire Kuttler and pianist Chris Nelson, poetry, and traditional Arabic sweets to support refugees in the Quad Cities with tickets starting at $50. Quad Cities Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Davenport appointed Tim Gleason as interim city administrator effective Nov. 3 while the search for a permanent leader begins mid-October after Doug Maxeiner resigned due to health issues (he served until Oct. 1). Interviews are expected in February, with a permanent administrator slated to start in May. KWQC
- ➤ Scott County settled with a fired sheriff's office employee who filed a whistleblower suit when trial costs grew too high—county officials said they did not admit any wrongdoing. The Quad City Times
- ➤ Davenport City Council approved two economic development programs that will expand the DREAM home renovation program and start a pilot grant program offering up to $25,000 for food businesses on Rockingham Road—applications will be accepted until funds run out. The council also delayed a vote on a proposed city health center and approved rezoning for Coram Deo Academy—measures that support ongoing efforts to boost local services and growth. The Dispatch Argus
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ NAMI Greater Mississippi Valley will host NAMIWalks—Quad Cities' largest mental health event—on Saturday, Oct 4 at the Bend XPO amphitheater starting at 8 a.m. with the walk beginning at 9:30 a.m., as the 22nd annual event brings live music, therapy dogs, and inspirational speakers to support local mental health programs. Quad Cities Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Davenport North junior Karson Phelps is battling a rare liver disease and now handles drone operations for the Wildcats to stay with his team despite missing the season—he plans to return to playing football next fall. KWQC
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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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