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Davenport
Friday, May 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local car lovers will volunteer at the monthly Quad City MOPAR Cruise-Ins held at Crabby’s in Coal Valley to sell raffle tickets that benefit free cancer support programs at Gilda’s Club. The events take place on the last Tuesday of each month from May through September (the special event on Sept. 14 at Sunset Marina needs four volunteers). Quad Cities Business Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ An Amazon official explained that the company will expand operations in Davenport by adding a new delivery station where products will be packaged for delivery while the current fulfillment center stores items for distribution—this expansion is expected to boost local shipping efficiency. The Quad City Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Scott County Attorney presented video—GPS data to jurors that tracked the suspects' movements before and after the 2024 murders of Brian Goodwin and Amy Smith in Davenport. The Quad City Times
- ➤ A woman from Riverside, Mo was arrested on May 21 when LeClaire Police went to a McDonald’s parking lot on Eagle Ridge Road after a staff member called and found her sleeping in a car that was later confirmed stolen by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office & she now faces a felony second degree theft charge while held on a $1,000 cash bond with a preliminary hearing scheduled for May 30. OurQuadCities
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Common Chord, in partnership with QCCT and the City of Davenport, will host a free Live At 5 Summer Kickoff Block Party from 5-9 p.m. on June 6th in downtown Davenport—featuring local bands, an afterglow silent disco, family-friendly activities, and cultural organization giveaways while Second Street is closed to vehicular traffic. Quad Cities Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Scott Community School District received a $15,000 grant to fund scholarships for manufacturing training and machining skills. Teacher David Linnenbrink said the grant will boost both the small machinist program and the larger welding program—helping fill local jobs in skilled trades. OurQuadCities
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Brian Payne, director of Scott County Emergency Management, was named Emergency Manager of the Year by the Iowa Emergency Management Association for his innovative planning and leadership that have strengthened local emergency services — he began his service in 2017 and has steadily advanced the agency to better serve residents. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ Davenport Mayor Mike Matson will hold his final State of the City address — he will highlight economic development news, update on capital improvements and detail other city accomplishments. The Dispatch Argus
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A media conference for the 2025 TBK Bank Quad Cities Marathon was held Thursday at 3 p.m. in Davenport to share key details with runners, walkers, media, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters. KWQC
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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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Family Paint Party
11 AM – 1 PM — City Loafers — Supplies included — A fun-filled painting session for families and all ages led by an expert host.
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Paint Party at M Lounge
6-9 p.m. — M Lounge — $35 per person — Enjoy a guided painting session with friends while sipping your favorite drinks.
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Second Saturday Flea Market
1-4 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Free entry — Discover unique finds from local vendors while enjoying drink specials and a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Paint Party at Front Street Brewery & Taproom
6-8 p.m. — Front Street Brewery & Taproom — $35 per person — Unleash your creativity while sipping beer and painting your own masterpiece.
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Paint Nite at Great River Brewery
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Cost included — Unleash creativity with a guided painting session featuring a chickadee and cherry blossoms.
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