Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of January.
Good morning, Davenport.
🏥 Health
Dry January (a month-long break from alcohol) offers quick benefits like better sleep, clearer skin, and more energy as locals reconsider their drinking habits.
Health expert Dr. Katie Witkiewitz advises heavy drinkers who face shakiness, nausea, or hallucinations to consult a doctor before stopping alcohol abruptly.
🏈 Sports
The No. 25 Hawkeyes beat UCLA 74-61 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, marking their second Big Ten win this season.
The team will face Minnesota Tuesday night.
Family and friends gathered recently at Beyond the Baseline in Davenport to honor the memory of longtime basketball coach Ray Swetalla, who passed away on Dec.
23 after a 15-year battle with cancer—celebrating his nearly 50 years of impact on local basketball.
🎉 Davenport Events
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Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Help
2-3 p.m. — Rock Island Downtown Library — Free assistance — Get hands-on help with job searching and computer skills from experts at Goodwill.
Tuneful Tuesday Series: Grace Notes Flute Quartet
12-1 p.m. — Rock Island Downtown Library — Free entry — Enjoy a warm and delightful concert by the Grace Notes Flute Quartet with light refreshments.
Quad City Bald Eagle Days
4-8 p.m. — QCCA Expo Center — General Admission $0.15+ — Celebrate wildlife with live eagle demonstrations and nature-themed exhibits.
BURSTING w/A LIGHT AMONG MANY
7-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Enjoy an evening with BURSTING and special guests A LIGHT AMONG MANY in a vibrant live music setting.
Fundraiser Tuesday at Great River Brewery
5-8 p.m. — Great River Brewery — 10% of sales donated — Support local youth and community programs while enjoying great food and drinks.
Paint Nite: Dawn of New Beginnings
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Prices vary — Create a custom landscape painting while enjoying drinks in a fun atmosphere.
Paint Party at Daiquiri Factory
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $35 per person — Enjoy a creative evening of painting and sipping with friends at this guided event.
Myron Elkins Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience Heartland Rock N Roll with Myron Elkins and special guests.
Quad City Storm Night at The Landing Ice Rink
5-9 p.m. — The Landing Ice Rink — $5 admission, $3 skate rental — Skate with Quad City Storm players and meet Radar while enjoying a fun evening on ice.
🏠 Davenport Real Estate
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