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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The River Bandits and GreenState Credit Union will offer free admission for the Tuesday, May 13, 6:30 p.m. game at Modern Woodmen Park to thank fans for the park’s recent USA Today Readers’ Choice Award win—tickets can be picked up at the box office from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday. The game will also offer a free pennant to the first 500 fans and $2 hot dogs and sodas, with all amusement rides opening as part of the event—adding extra fun for families. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ YouthHope, a faith-based group that helps at-risk youth, moved into Davenport last year at 306 Cedar St. This summer the organization will launch a fundraising campaign to build a new gym and upgrade its West End center to better serve local kids. The Dispatch Argus
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Karlee Cleary launched Brady Street Blends at 423 Brady St in downtown Davenport today, offering local customers a variety of healthy energy drinks—lit teas, shakes, protein coffee—and food. Quad Cities Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Devon Braet and Adriana Blake, charged with murder, arson, and corpse abuse for killing two people at an apartment on Division Street in January 2024, saw their trial begin after jury selection finished Tuesday—while a third person admitted to helping them was sentenced to two years probation. KWQC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Davenport council will review new communication guidelines that require members to copy the city administrator on emails and give 48 hours notice before raising agenda questions — the proposal follows concerns about unequal access to information raised by council members and accompanies open meetings training on state transparency laws. Council members will offer feedback within 30 days for final council discussion and possible resolution. The Quad City Times
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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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Family Paint Party
11 AM – 1 PM — City Loafers — All ages welcome — Enjoy a creative day of painting with friends and family at this organized art event.
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Paint Party at the Daiquiri Factory
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $35 per person — Enjoy a night of painting and sipping while creating your own masterpiece.
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Little Feat Live Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Capitol Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless sound of Little Feat, a true survivor of American rock music since 1969.
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Sunderbruch B&B Trail Races
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Sunderbruch Park — Entry Fee $30 — Celebrate trail running with fun, good company, and tasty bacon and beer.
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Epic Zombie Survival Scavenger Hunt
2-4 p.m. — 115 E 3rd St, Davenport, IA — Team ticket required — Dive into a thrilling scavenger hunt and survive the virtual zombie apocalypse.
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Paint Nite at Great River Brewery
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Supplies included — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting experience featuring a stunning waterfall masterpiece.
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The Great Pages Circus
1-2:30 p.m. — Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds Speedway — $20 for adults, kids free with paid adult — Experience an exciting circus show with family-friendly entertainment.
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