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Davenport
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Organizers of the GIFT Gardens program announced yesterday at Tapestry Farms—121 W. 12th St., Davenport—that 64,063 pounds of fruits and vegetables were collected to help people in need. Volunteers worked together and gathered produce from local farms to strengthen the regional food supply. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ Iowa American Water warned customers to watch for scams that trick them by pretending to be utility workers and asking for personal details. The company advised customers to verify calls and messages with its official phone number (its guidelines were released on Utility Scam Awareness Day, Nov. 19) to keep their information safe. Quad Cities Business Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Davenport-based publisher Lee Enterprises Inc. said CFO Tim Millage will resign on Feb. 28, 2026, to become executive pastor at Coram Deo Bible Church in Davenport—he will consult for the company through May 31, 2026 as it begins its search for a new CFO. Quad Cities Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On opening night at Quad City Botanical Center, visitors enjoyed 315,000 glowing lights in the new Culture Bright Neon Forest that offered games, art and a dancefloor—adult tickets cost $11. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ The Figge Art Museum acquired two big digital art installations by teamLab— a famous Tokyo group— and put them on view in the Grand Lobby and Wintergarden so visitors can enjoy interactive art. The museum will add art classes and talks soon while the works were bought with a generous gift from the estate of James W. Victor. Quad Cities Business Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A comparison of store-brand Thanksgiving meal essentials at Aldi, Walmart and Hy-Vee shows that a full meal costs $22.07 at Aldi compared to $26.18 at Hy-Vee — the test also covered turkey prices and side dish costs and may help families save money this holiday season. KWQC
- ➤ AAA predicts 81.8 million Americans will travel for Thanksgiving, with over 73 million driving and 6.54 million expected in the West North Central region including Iowa. Allegiant will add flights at Quad Cities International Airport—local officials note extra capacity will help meet rising demand—and experts urge travelers to plan for delays due to possible cancellations. Quad Cities Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Western Illinois University reported a decline in overall enrollment and the worst first-to-second year retention rate among Illinois public universities—its Quad-Cities campus showed a significant drop. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ Students at Hayes Elementary School shared what they were thankful for on Monday during a family event that featured morning donuts in the cafeteria ahead of Thanksgiving—this event helped start the day on a positive note for both students and their loved ones. KWQC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Quad Cities public works crews are preparing for the season’s first notable snowfall by checking equipment, loading salt, and using a pavement-temperature forecasting system—steps that help pre-treat priority routes before ice forms. Officials advise drivers to give plows room and park off major routes—measures aimed at keeping holiday travel safe. KWQC
- ➤ Iowa DNR officer Mick Klemesrud said hunters must check regulations and be ready for the deer hunting seasons—archery runs until Dec. 5, the first shotgun season is from Dec. 6 to Dec. 10, and the second shotgun season is from Dec. 13 to Dec. 21 with about 100,000 expected participants. Illinois firearm season ended recently—hunters there will resume from Dec. 4 to Dec. 7. KWQC
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Aromatherapy Workshop with Dr. Cathy Rosenbaum
1-2:30 p.m. — Rock Island Downtown Library — Free entry — Discover the benefits of aromatherapy from a holistic pharmacist expert.
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YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley McCarthy-Bush Turkey Trot
8 a.m. — R. Richard Bittner Downtown YMCA — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Thanksgiving morning with the 39th Annual Turkey Trot, a cherished local tradition.
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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
7:30-9 p.m. — Adler Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical journey of circus artistry intertwined with festive holiday music.
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Paint Party at Front Street Brewery & Taproom
6-8 p.m. — Front Street Brewery & Taproom — Ticket required — Time to paint Santa's biggest little helper!
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Straight No Chaser Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Event Center at Rhythm City — Ticket info available — Enjoy a night of a cappella hits with this renowned vocal group.
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2025 Davenport Users Group
8 AM-5 PM — Rhythm City Casino Resort — Registration required — Network with industry leaders and gain valuable training and continuing education hours.
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Paint Party at Daiquiri Factory
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $45 per person — Enjoy a fun night of painting and sipping while supporting local baseball efforts.
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The Nutcracker Student Matinee
10-11 a.m. — Adler Theatre — Educational event — Experience an abridged performance of The Nutcracker designed for students.
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Paint Party at The Spot
6-8 p.m. — The Spot Bar — $39.19 — Unleash your creativity while painting a cute penguin and enjoying your favorite drinks.
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Holiday Paint Night Celebration
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Cost varies — Celebrate the holiday season with an evening of creativity as you paint a peaceful winter landscape.
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