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Davenport
Monday, October 13th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual gala this week with the theme 'Mariposas, From Cocoon to Flight: Spread Your Wings, Lift Your Community'. The Quad City Times
- ➤ The Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual gala this week (Mariposas, From Cocoon to Flight: Spread Your Wings, Lift Your Community) to mark its yearly event. The Dispatch Argus
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Right at Home is expanding its in-home care services in Davenport and offering an investment opportunity to local change-makers—backed by 30 years of experience and a network of over 750 units to meet growing demand. The Quad City Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Maysville are wary of a proposed 240 megawatt natural gas plant planned by Central Iowa Power Cooperative to serve several member organizations, including one in Scott County + officials say the project is still under review. The Quad City Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Performance Profiles released earlier this school year showed that Quad-Cities schools in Scott County demonstrated varied levels of improvement from last year—some districts making larger gains while others advanced modestly. The Quad City Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Iowa Power Cooperative has proposed a 240-megawatt natural gas-fired plant in Scott County to supply power for 13 member groups, and wary Maysville residents fear the project may impact local air quality—officials will review the proposal soon. The Dispatch Argus
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Members of the Rock Island County Passenger Rail Committee are in Springfield today and Tuesday, Oct. 14 to urge Illinois lawmakers to approve $388.8 million for a Chicago to Moline rail route. Local and state leaders, including several mayors and chamber officials, said the project is expected to create 825 jobs and add over $30 million to the local economy annually — a key step to modernize state transit. Quad Cities Business Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Friendship Manor in Rock Island will host an open house featuring a culinary tour and ribbon cutting—showing the $12.5 million renovation and new amenities for its residents. The Quad City Times
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Paint Party at Daiquiri Factory!
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $35 per person — Enjoy a guided painting experience while sipping at the DaqFac.
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Paint Nite: Witch's Moonspell Canvas Night
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Save $10 with code 'INSIDER10USA' — Create a spooky witch silhouette this Halloween season with a craft beer in hand.
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Willard Wilcox Live Performance
9:30 PM — Kilkenny's Pub — No cover charge — Enjoy a lively evening with Willard Wilcox's music at Kilkenny's.
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Jurassic Park in Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Adler Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the iconic Jurassic Park film with live orchestral accompaniment by the Quad City Symphony Orchestra.
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Randy's Cheeseburger Picnic Comedy Tour
7-11 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — From $39.67 — Catch the hilarious Randy from Trailer Park Boys live on stage with his comedic charm.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Les Brown
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