Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
Good morning, Davenport.
Dress for Success Quad Cities is hosting an open house today from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 423 East 32nd Street (guests can meet staff, learn about programs, tour the facility, and discover volunteer opportunities).
United Way Quad Cities’ free tax assistance program helped 3,589 families get over $4.66M in tax refunds at eight local sites, offering support to pay bills and build financial stability.
The service, powered by IRS-certified volunteers, has returned over $26.4M since 2020.
Iowa 80 Trucking Museum broke ground on a 25,000 sqft expansion of its exhibit hall (set to display historic trucks and memorabilia) that will increase its total space to 121,000 sqft, with construction expected to finish this fall.
The museum remains open during normal hours.
A Davenport man won $50,000 in an Iowa Lottery scratch game after buying his winning ticket at Casey's on 3902 State St. in Bettendorf.
Rock Island Academy is set to expand with new classrooms, enhanced learning spaces and a major upgrade under a $7.96M plan; construction is expected to begin soon at the school campus.
The Green Thumbers Nursery advises local gardeners to cover plants with pillowcases + bed sheets + burlap and to water new plants well if temperatures drop below 40 as cool weather approaches this weekend.
A sale is pending on the former Quad-City Times building listed by Ruhl&Ruhl for $4.2 million after the newspaper moved its staff from its longtime Davenport headquarters.
Davenport North boys soccer defeated Davenport Central 5-0 at Brady Street Stadium.
Bucktown Americana Music Show
7-9 PM — Rock Island Library Watts-Midtown Branch — Free entry — Enjoy a night of Americana music in a cozy library setting.
FLATFOOT 56 with Something To Do
7-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Flatfoot 56 and special guests Something To Do.
Paint Party at Daiquiri Factory
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $35 — Create a masterpiece painting a delightful baby goat while enjoying drinks and laughter.
R.A.P. Ferreira Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience R.A.P. Ferreira in person with very special guests delivering a night of unique and captivating music.
Dave Helmer Band with Special Guests
7-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Dave Helmer Band alongside CAMP REGRET, THE VALUE OF HUMAN LIFE, and WESTERN GRIP.
Indie Sleaze Dance Party
8-11:59 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Free entry — Dance the night away at the Indie Sleaze Dance Party with great tunes and a vibrant atmosphere.
Barely Civil with Known Moons and In Shining Armor
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $13.22 — Experience a night of alternative-indie rock with Milwaukee's Known Moons and special guests Barely Civil and In Shining Armor.
Beetlejuice: The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Adler Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the whimsical and eerie tale of Lydia Deetz as she encounters a demon with a flair for stripes.
Ringo Deathstarr Concert
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $26.45 — Enjoy live performances by Ringo Deathstarr alongside special guests Shadingthesun and Blist Her.
Quad City Stand-Up Comedy Featuring Zach Martina
8-10 p.m. — Front Street Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with headliner Zach Martina and talented comedians from the Midwest.
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