Saturday, February 1st, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ River Bend Food Bank will hold a Super Bowl-themed family-friendly open house on February 8, featuring tailgating food, games, and an opportunity for community service by sorting food donations. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ Hot Glass, Inc., founded by Joel Ryser in 2012, combines education, creativity, and teamwork through free classes for military veterans and at-risk youth, funding its nonprofit activities by selling glass art and hosting teambuilding events. The Quad City Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ All lanes of River Drive in Davenport are closed due to flooding, with traffic rerouted to Second Street. KWQC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Paul Antonio Dean Parrow Jr. was sentenced to 25 years in prison for trafficking meth and fentanyl, following a conviction by a federal jury. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ A Davenport woman was jailed on charges including first-degree burglary after allegedly stealing from and assaulting a neighbor. OurQuadCities
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Quad Cities unemployment rate increased to 4.5% in December 2024, with a job decline observed across several sectors despite overall state job growth. Quad Cities Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pachino Tehran Hill will be released from federal prison nearly four years early as part of former President Joe Biden's final clemency orders. The Dispatch Argus
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Narcotics Anonymous Meetings in Davenport
Weekly Narcotics Anonymous meetings provide support for individuals seeking help with drug addiction.
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Grumpy Live Performance
Experience a live performance by the artist Grumpy at Raccoon Motel in Davenport, Iowa.
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20th Annual Putt-A-Round Mini-Golf Event
The 20th Annual Putt-A-Round features over 20 custom mini-golf holes created by local businesses, along with networking opportunities and challenges to support youth mentoring in the community.
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Friday Night Trivia at Front Street Brewery
A free trivia night hosted by Think & Drink Entertainment, taking place every Friday evening at Front Street Brewery in Davenport, IA.
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Alborn Concert at Common Chord
Alborn is set to perform live at Common Chord in Davenport, promising a night of engaging music.
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Angela Live at Raccoon Motel
Experience an engaging performance by Angela at Raccoon Motel in Davenport.
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Paint Party for Cat Lovers at Books & Meows
This event invites cat enthusiasts to enjoy an evening of painting with guidance, all while supporting a nonprofit dedicated to cat adoptions.
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Wild Horses Concert at Raccoon Motel
Wild Horses will perform live at the Raccoon Motel in Davenport, featuring a local atmosphere for fans of the music.
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2nd Annual Sweetheart Family Dance
The Sweetheart Dance offers families an opportunity to create lasting memories through dinner, crafts, and photo opportunities in a welcoming atmosphere.
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The Electric Cars: A Tribute to The Cars
The Electric Cars will perform a tribute show featuring the music of The Cars at Raccoon Motel in Davenport, IA.
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