Good morning, Davenport.

Blue Grass Elementary students visited Veterans Memorial Park Tuesday morning to honor Quad Cities veterans with patriotic songs and a new mural commemorating all military branches, painted by Dave Schaeffer who included a personal tribute from his grandpa.

The Spicy Brain Tattoo Studio has opened at NorthPark Mall with over 1,600 sqft of space that offers more comfort (and accessibility) for clients.

Locals can visit the new studio for a modern tattoo experience.

QC Museum Month, the 11th annual celebration of local museums, invites visitors to explore more than 20 venues including the Figge Art Museum and Putnam Museum this month and register for a free mobile pass (offering prize entries with every check-in).

John Deere announced Tuesday that $13M will help Iowa food banks work with nearly 100 more local farmers.

The funding will boost fresh food purchases to serve families in need — expanding farm-to-food bank efforts statewide.

This fall, Augustana College reported fewer international students, yet domestic and transfer enrollments increased — keeping overall numbers steady.

The Upper Mississippi River Conference returns to Davenport RiverCenter next month to mark its 20th anniversary with panels on water quality and regenerative agriculture and includes a preview of the new Main Street Landing project — set for Tuesday, Nov.

3. Early bird pricing is extended through Oct. 16.

Today, Davenport City Council designates a portion of East 12th Street as Roger Craig Way from Harrison + Brady, ahead of Thursday’s dedication of Roger Craig Stadium where the Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee will attend.

Davis announced on Monday, Oct.

12 that it bought two outpatient medical buildings for ORA Orthopedics in Davenport and Silvis. The $19 million acquisition, totaling nearly 52,000 sqft, expands its footprint in the Quad Cities under a new 15-year (triple-net) lease.