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Friday, January 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ FORC and QCBC are collaborating with local bike shops to host socials aimed at providing information on trails and events for bike enthusiasts. OurQuadCities
- ➤ Three officers, Kyle Hance, Andrew Schaeffer, and Madison Schlotfeldt, were officially sworn into the Davenport Police Department, marking their beginning in law enforcement. OurQuadCities
- ➤ The Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois initiate their cookie season on Friday with boxes priced at $6, and announce the discontinuation of the 'S’mores' and 'Toast-Yay!' cookies after this year. KWQC
- ➤ The Quad Cities Community Foundation awarded Tapestry Farms a $300,000 Transformative Grant to support its mission of addressing food insecurity and aiding refugee families in the Quad Cities. OurQuadCities
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Iowa's Venture School program, aimed at fostering entrepreneurship, is coming to the Quad Cities, offering participants the chance to transform innovative ideas into viable business ventures. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ Davenport school leaders and Iowa legislators discuss full-day preschool funding, concurrent enrollment, and school safety measures for the 2025 session. The Dispatch Argus
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bipartisan bill supported by Rep. Eric Sorensen and Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, aimed at boosting local manufacturing jobs by preparing unused sites for development, has been signed into law. The Quad City Times
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Hadestown is a celebrated folk opera that won eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, showcasing its critical acclaim and artistic value.
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Thursday Night Trivia at Barrel House
A weekly trivia night offering free entertainment for participants at Barrel House in Downtown Davenport.
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Monday Night Trivia at The Last Picture House
Enjoy a free trivia night every first and third Monday at The Last Picture House in Davenport, Iowa.
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Paint and Sip Night at Front Street Brewery & Taproom
Enjoy a guided painting session while sipping on beer at Front Street Brewery, with all materials provided for a fun and creative experience.
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Wednesday Night Trivia at Daiquiri Factory
Participate in a fun, free night of trivia every Wednesday at Daiquiri Factory in Davenport, IA.
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Chris Janson Live at Rhythm City Casino Resort
Chris Janson, a prominent figure in the Country music scene and a Grand Ole Opry member, will perform live, showcasing his self-penned hits.
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Relaxing Paint Party at the Coffee House
Enjoy a guided painting experience at the Coffee House with provided materials and various beverage options.
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Art With Kare 5-Year Anniversary Paint Party at The Daiquiri Factory
Celebrate five years of Art With Kare with a guided paint party featuring a pre-sketched canvas of a cute cat, where all materials and step-by-step instructions are provided.
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Quad Cities Chamber Membership 101 MeetUp
This exclusive Chamber members-only event provides new members and staff the opportunity to learn how to utilize Chamber resources for business growth and networking.
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Joytrip Concert at Raccoon Motel
Joytrip will perform live at Raccoon Motel in Davenport, offering an evening of music and entertainment.
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