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Davenport
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fareway Stores delivered 25,000 pounds of protein to the Food Bank of Iowa on Nov 24th by partnering with the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation to support six Feeding America food banks across Iowa—this donation provides 100,000 servings for families in need. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ River Bend Food Bank will use fall funding to buy protein, milk, eggs, cereal, canned fruits and vegetables, and pre-packed meal packs to distribute 6 million meals. The Quad City Times
- ➤ The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center served over 9,000 free Thanksgiving meals between Friday and Sunday (a record in its 36-year history). It surpassed last year's count (7,000 meals) as stated in a media release. KWQC
- ➤ Downtown LeClaire merchants are preparing for the 41st annual Christmas celebration from Dec 5-7 that will include a parade, bake sales, a live nativity, free trolley rides, and more. The Light Up LeClaire Parade will kick off at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday — participants can also join a Kids’ Fun Run and Ugly Sweater 5K for extra holiday fun. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ River Bend Food Bank is buying food supplies (protein, shelf-stable milk, eggs, cereal, canned fruits and vegetables, and meal packs) to deliver 6 million meals after fall funding. The food bank said the purchase will help local residents who need food the most. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ Kilkenny’s Pub is hosting its first Augustana vs St. Ambrose toy drive battle where donors choose which school gets credit for their toy contributions that help local non-profits — St. Ambrose supports Humility Homes and Services while Augustana aids Two Rivers Church Meal Site. The drive has received over 100 toys so far and will run until December 11th to welcome donations from students, alumni, and community members. KWQC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Smart Automotive broke ground on Davenport Dealer Row on East 53rd with Smart Hyundai, Smart Kia, Smart Lexus & a new reconditioning center set to join Smart Luxury and Smart Toyota, forming an automotive hub for local drivers. The Dispatch Argus
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Today, even as gas prices begin rising ahead of Thanksgiving, they remain 19.2 cents per gallon lower than last month and 12.1 cents lower than last year in the Quad-Cities — according to GasBuddy. The Dispatch Argus
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An Iowa State Patrol trooper advised local drivers to plan ahead for safe Thanksgiving travel by using ride-shares or staying at friends’ homes if they plan to drink; he said state troopers will work with local police to increase checks for impaired drivers—Quad Cities bars will also boost security and staffing. This coordinated effort aims to keep roads safe during the busy holiday weekend. KWQC
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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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Open Mic Night
7-11 p.m. — Bootleg Hill Honey Meads — Free entry — Enjoy a night of local talent at this welcoming meadery.
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