A quiet night just before Christmas turned into a dramatic event when a mother gave birth on a fireboat. The birth occurred in Davenport, IA, adding an unexpected twist to the holiday season.
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Friday, January 9, 2026
Thursday, January 8, 2026
This article mentions a "Christmas Dinner" in Galesburg as part of "Hello Quad Cities" events. It also lists a Davenport, IA address and phone number.
Saturday, December 27, 2025
A young boy in Iowa is sending a special holiday delivery to his father and other service members deployed overseas. He prepared 600 holiday cards and nearly 4,000 treats for the unit.
Friday, December 26, 2025
The Brown family held their 14th annual Sonya Brown Memorial Christmas Dinner at Faith Walk World Outreach Center. This event provided a community meal for those in need.
The Kall Christmas Show on Westminster Circle in Davenport has become a popular holiday attraction, drawing hundreds of visitors. This light display has been a tradition for 17 years.
Sampson Construction Inc. provided a service project of free cleaning to St. Anthony's Catholic Church as part of their '12 Days of Christmas' initiative. This act of generosity aimed to support the local church.
Santa Claus, accompanied by Davenport firefighters, made their annual visit to MercyOne Genesis Pediatrics and the Birth Center on Christmas Eve. This marks a 20-year tradition of spreading holiday cheer.
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Santa Claus and Davenport firefighters continued a 20-year Christmas tradition by visiting MercyOne Genesis. This heartwarming event brought holiday cheer to patients and staff.
A Davenport family's Christmas light show has been drawing hundreds of visitors for 17 years. What began as a student's fascination has grown into a beloved local holiday attraction.
Local chef Yolanda Jefferson is ensuring the community has food on Christmas Eve. This initiative provides a warm meal to those in need during the holiday.
Davenport is hosting a Noon Year's Eve Glow Skate event on December 31st. This festive activity offers a fun way to celebrate the upcoming new year.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Carthage College students are set to perform in their annual Christmas Festival. The event will take place at 532 W 3rd St, Davenport IA 52801.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Residents of the Quad Cities are actively shopping for the holidays as Christmas approaches. This indicates a strong focus on seasonal retail activities in the area.
Monday, December 22, 2025
The Landing Ice Rink will adjust its hours for the holiday break, offering special times on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. These changes are in effect to accommodate the holiday season.
The weather forecast for Davenport indicates a mild Saturday followed by cooler temperatures on Sunday. This pattern is setting up for the upcoming Christmas week.
Sunday, December 21, 2025
A Santa Claus, who is a cancer survivor, returned to a treatment center to spread Christmas cheer. He visited patients at the center in Davenport, IA.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
A Davenport teen is using a massive Christmas display to collect Legos for children at Stead Hospital. This initiative aims to bring holiday cheer to kids in need.
Friday, December 19, 2025
A Davenport teenager is using his elaborate Christmas display to collect Legos for children at Stead Hospital. The display features a massive Santa Claus decoration, drawing attention to the charitable effort.
Elementary students in Davenport received an early Christmas surprise thanks to the Bella Buttons Toy Drive. This initiative aims to deliver holiday cheer to local children.
A Davenport company has donated 750 toys to Toys for Tots, ensuring many local children will have gifts to open on Christmas morning. This generous donation supports the holiday spirit in the community.
Thursday, December 18, 2025
The River Cities' Reader lists movie showtimes from December 19th to December 25th. This includes a showing of "Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas" at the Davenport 53rd 18 + IMAX.
KWQC is featuring a "Holiday Lights Tour" with anchor Will Ingalls, which will include a special airing on Christmas Day. The segment highlights festive light displays in the area.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The City of Davenport will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. City Hall is located at 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, IA 52801.
For 40 years, Dave Fiebich has been embodying Mr. Claus, bringing holiday cheer to the Village of East Davenport. He cherishes holding children as babies and now their children in his arms.
The Davenport Police Department is hosting its 27th annual Senior Light Tour. Anchor Will Ingalls hit the road for the KWQC Holiday Lights tour.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Anchor Will Ingalls is traveling for the KWQC Holiday Lights Tour, a special that will air on Christmas Day. The tour highlights festive light displays across the region.
Anchor Will Ingalls is traveling for the KWQC Holiday Lights Tour, a special that will air on Christmas Day. The tour highlights festive light displays across the region.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Residents in Bettendorf can have live Christmas trees picked up from December 26th to January 7th. In Davenport, collection services for trees will continue through the second week of January.
Friday, December 12, 2025
The Davenport 53rd 18 + IMAX is showing "Christina Aguilera: Christmas in Paris" as part of its current movie lineup. This holiday-themed film is available for viewing this week.
Residents are invited to vote on their favorite Christmas cookies for 2025, with options representing both Iowa and Illinois preferences. The article also mentions operating hours for a local attraction in Davenport, IA.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
The Fejervary Holiday Lights display is open daily from November 29th to January 4th. Located at 1800 W. 12th St. in Davenport, IA, this park and watch event is free to attend and runs from 5 to 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
You can celebrate the 60th anniversary of the classic holiday special 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'. The article mentions Davenport, IA as a location.
The German American Heritage Center in Davenport, IA will host a "German Holiday Sing-Along" on December 21st. This event will feature Christmas carols.
The Capitol Theatre in Davenport, IA will present "Christmas in Taylorville" on Friday, December 19th at 7 p.m. This tribute show promises a dazzling blend of holiday hits.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
The Davenport Police Association has successfully concluded its 23rd Annual Christmas Toy Drive. This initiative collected new toys to benefit children served by Family Resources.
A runaway reindeer caused a drone search after escaping a Christmas event in England. The article mentions Davenport, IA, but the event itself occurred in Merseyside, England.
Monday, December 8, 2025
Christmas in the Village in East Village of Davenport and Christmas in LeClaire are happening this weekend. The video also explains all Davenport Iowa Neighborhoods.
The Midlren family's holiday display will donate Legos to the Iowa City hospital for children with autism after Christmas. This display is located in Davenport, Iowa.
A Davenport holiday house is drawing attention for its extensive use of inflatables. The Midlren family plans to donate Legos to the Iowa City hospital after Christmas.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Melania Trump visited hospitalized children, sitting in a red chair before a Christmas tree. She read a book about Santa and wished the children strength and toys from Santa.
Saturday, December 6, 2025
The Davenport Fire Department is urging residents to exercise caution with Christmas trees this winter. Dry trees can quickly fuel fast-moving fires, especially with increased indoor warmth.
The Davenport Fire Department has provided tips to prevent fires during the holiday season. They also conducted a demonstration showing how Christmas trees can burn.
A medical emergency occurred during the Christmas in the Village event in Davenport's East Village and Christmas in LeClaire. Friends helped save the woman's life.
This weekend features Christmas in the Village in Davenport's East Village and Christmas in LeClaire. These events offer various holiday activities for the community.
The Davenport Noon Optimist Club's Christmas tree sales have been affected by recent storms. The snowstorm significantly reduced sales, which are usually a key fundraiser.
The annual Christmas tree sale at Brady Street Stadium in Davenport is now open for the season. Real Christmas trees are available for purchase, supporting local youth and charities.
Friday, December 5, 2025
The Davenport Police Association has kicked off its 23rd annual toy drive to support local families during the Christmas season. Donations can be dropped off at the specified address in Davenport, IA.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
The Davenport 53rd 18 + IMAX is showing Andre Rieu's 2025 Christmas Concert. This festive film offers a holiday experience for viewers.
Christmas Tree Elegance is making its return to Davenport, offering a festive display. This event celebrates the holiday season with beautiful tree decorations.
The Davenport Police Association is holding its annual Christmas Toy Drive at NorthPark Mall this Sunday. Families can make a local impact by donating toys.
Christmas in the Village is returning to the Village of East Davenport for its 51st year this weekend. The event offers two nights of free holiday festivities.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
The Nova Singers will perform their "A Nova Christmas" concert on December 12 and 13 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Davenport, IA. This event is a beloved annual holiday music tradition for the area.
Several holiday movies are returning to theaters this December, offering seasonal entertainment. The article also mentions a light display at 4604 Fillmore Ct., Davenport, IA.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Families decorating for the holidays are increasingly opting for real Christmas trees this year. This trend is partly due to rising prices of artificial trees caused by tariffs.
This event promises plenty of Christmas cheer, featuring Christmas trees and potentially Santa himself. It's a festive occasion for the Davenport area.
Monday, December 1, 2025
The Village of East Davenport is holding its 51st annual "Christmas in the Village" celebration this Friday and Saturday. This long-standing event brings the community together for holiday festivities.
A Davenport resident has spent hours creating an impressive Christmas light display featuring 70,000 lights. This dazzling display is a testament to the holiday spirit in the community.
Sunday, November 30, 2025
Stay alert to your surroundings while shopping in busy districts like Davenport's NorthPark Mall. This advice is provided as part of general shopping safety tips for the Christmas season.