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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rock Valley Physical Therapy is teaming with Amento Footwear and Active Endeavors to support the local Veterans Outreach Center by donating part of every sandal sale at the Active Endeavors Tent Sale at 3950 Elmore Ave in Davenport, which runs today through Sunday—each pair bought will help fund adaptive sports programs—and the event will include raffles, giveaways and special discounts. Quad Cities Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Davenport woman named Mazzy Presswood was arrested in Scott County for buying meth in Galesburg to sell, with detectives saying she got between two ounces and one pound from three sources—she is now held in jail awaiting her initial court appearance. OurQuadCities
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Davenport Junior Theatre will perform Peter Pan from April 26 to May 4 at the Annie Wittenmyer Complex on Saturdays at 1 and 4 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m.—an ASL interpretation is scheduled for April 27 with free admission and optional donations. OurQuadCities
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 local students from Glenview Middle, Davenport Central, Moline and Rock Island high schools attended the Embrace Race Luncheon at Augustana College on April 22. Organized by mentorship program Well Suited — the event featured a keynote by Jahmal Cole, a networking bingo activity and campus tours that helped students learn about college and career options. The Quad City Times
- ➤ Spring Forward held a free river-themed summer camp for about 600 elementary students last summer and will earn an Eddy Award on May 1 at the Fish + Fire dinner at the Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center in Bettendorf, where its program taught academic skills and river stewardship. The Quad City Times
- ➤ River Action will award Spring Forward’s river-themed summer camp with an Eddy Award in education on May 1 at the Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center in Bettendorf—a program that served 600 elementary students last summer with fun and learning about the Mississippi River. The camp boosted academic and environmental skills while connecting children to local heritage—an effort set to inspire future regional stewardship. The Dispatch Argus
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Union leaders in Davenport warned Tuesday that nearly 400 jobs at the Rock Island Arsenal could be lost as the Army plans to merge commands and offers resignation incentives to employees. They said a new executive order and other federal policies may limit collective bargaining — more details are still coming. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ Union leaders met Tuesday in Davenport and warned that up to 400 jobs at Rock Island Arsenal could be lost as employees were offered incentives to resign (impacting a workforce of about 6,300), and they noted that planned mergers at Army Sustainment Command may lead to further layoffs (prompting calls for swift government action). The Quad City Times
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Project Management Techniques Certification
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus, Davenport, IA — Contact for pricing — Gain essential project management skills in a comprehensive one-day training session.
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Har Mar Superstar Live Performance
2-4 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $26.45 — Experience the unique sounds of Har Mar Superstar with special guests at this vibrant live event.
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Bella Moss Live with Sophia Corinne & Joe Bacon
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience the soothing melodies of Bella Moss along with special guests Sophia Corinne and Joe Bacon.
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Tuesday Night Trivia
7-9 p.m. — Rubys Beers, Bikes, Brats — Free entry — Engage in a fun-filled night of trivia with friends and fellow locals.
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Test Movie Night
5-10 p.m. — The Last Picture House — Free entry — Enjoy a chill night watching a variety of movies with friends and family.
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Great Lakes Loons vs. Quad Cities River Bandits
7:05 p.m. — Modern Woodmen Park — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the local teams in this exciting Minor League Baseball matchup.
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Kentucky Derby Bash
3-7 p.m. — Me & Billy — $35 general admission — Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with classic cocktails and Southern snacks while enjoying the race festivities.
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Chit-Chat Night: Passion Projects
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free entry — Experience a dynamic night of 4-minute presentations on diverse passion projects.
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Tropicalismo Apache
6:45-8:15 p.m. — Rhythm City Casino Resort — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of vibrant music while supporting a cause of your choice.
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Black Violin: Full Circle Tour
6-10 p.m. — Capitol Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a unique blend of classical music and hip-hop from the GRAMMY-nominated duo.
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