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Friday, May 16th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in the Quad Cities can enjoy the new YMCA Water Park at The Landing in Bettendorf when it opens Saturday, May 24 with public hours from 1 to 7 p.m. The park is part of a $22.9 million project that features water slides, a lazy river, a kids zone, and swimming lessons for both members and visitors. Quad Cities Business Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ InternQC is a new program by the Quad Cities Chamber that connects summer interns with local professionals by hosting four networking events in June and July. Employers must register their interns by Monday, June 2 for a fee of $125 for chamber members or $200 for non-members—events include a kick-off at TBK Sports Complex in Bettendorf. Quad Cities Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A longtime Rock Island County employee who retired in June 2024 was arrested Wednesday—an investigation revealed she allegedly stole at least $900,000 from the county. The Quad City Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Bix Beiderbecke Museum said it will close its Redstone building on June 6—starting the deconstruction of exhibits in preparation to relocate and reopen mid-July with a grand opening on July 25 and 26. KWQC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Liang Chee Wee is the interim chancellor at Eastern Iowa Community Colleges and shared his 42 years in the U.S. and deep ties to his Singaporean heritage. He said his role ends on July 1— and he is open to new opportunities ahead. The Quad City Times
- ➤ The Davenport Schools Foundation awarded $106,300 in scholarships to 58 graduating seniors in the district this week. The funds, raised from local donations, are set to ease college costs and help students start their future careers — offering new opportunities in education. Quad Cities Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The public is invited to the annual Armed Forces Day Celebration on Rock Island Arsenal today and May 17 with live music, food trucks, military displays, car shows, wrestling, fireworks and running events. All visitors 18+ must show a valid picture ID to enter the installation and parking signs will be posted along the routes. OurQuadCities
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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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One Year Anniversary Celebration
12-5 p.m. — 4617 Progress Dr — Free entry — Celebrate a milestone with music, food, raffles, and fun activities.
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Quad Cities Listening Club
7:30-9 p.m. — Awake Coffee Company — Free entry — Engage in lively discussions about the weekly podcast episode with fellow enthusiasts.
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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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Thursday Night Trivia
7-9 p.m. — Barrel House — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun evening of trivia with friends.
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Garage Band Friday Night
7-10 p.m. — Mississippi River Distilling Company — Enjoy delicious drinks and live music in an impromptu outdoor venue.
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Patio Paint Party
6-8 p.m. — Armored Gardens — $35 per person — Enjoy painting on the patio with friends while sipping your favorite beer and creating a masterpiece.
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Senior Adult Prom
5-8:30 p.m. — Golden Leaf Banquet Center — Ticketed event with dinner included — Revel in nostalgia with a night of dancing, food, and community fun themed 'A Starry Night'.
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