Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
Good morning, Davenport.
Tapestry Farms received a $10,500 grant to fund its urban orchard project aimed at aiding nearly 200 refugee families — about half are from Rock Island — while boosting fresh produce access.
The Arc of the Quad Cities Area has rebranded its Community Supports Program as Limitless Living and says the change does not affect services, staffing, or its mission.
The nonprofit continues to support clients with the same dedication.
Corridor Media Group, parent to the Corridor Business Journal and Quad Cities Regional Business Journal, won seven awards at an international competition in Wilmington, North Carolina, earning accolades in tech reporting, design, and best podcast from judges at the University of Missouri School of Journalism.
Mercado on Fifth honored community leaders with awards on Thursday ahead of its 10th season opening on Friday from 5 to 10 p.m. The festival celebrates Latino and Hispanic traditions in the Quad Cities and highlights honorees like the Crooked Cactus Band.
The Illinois Quad City Civic Center Authority Board announced that Rik Edgar will be the new executive director at Vibrant Arena at The Mark.
Edgar, who was general manager at the Peoria Civic Center, will start in early July.
New job postings for the Quad-Cities are available for local job seekers to browse updated employment opportunities online (the listings are actively refreshed).
Coaches and administrators in the school district proposed renaming Brady Street Stadium after local football star Roger Craig.
The proposal will be discussed at the school board meeting on Tuesday, May 26 at 5:30 p.m.
The Davenport Student Built Home Program delivered a new house to the market, giving students hands-on experience with construction trades.
The Quad Cities International Airport will operate normally with good weather for Memorial Day weekend, so travelers should plan to arrive 90 minutes early and check bags to keep them under 50 pounds (a weigh station is available).
PMP Certification Exam Prep Bootcamp
9 AM - 5 PM — Regus, Davenport, IA — $ — Engage in a comprehensive and interactive bootcamp designed to ensure PMP exam success with expert guidance.
When It Was Fun Live: R&B/Hip Hop Experience
7-11:30 p.m. — Common Chord | Home of the Redstone Room — Tickets available — Enjoy a nostalgic journey through R&B and Hip Hop with trivia, karaoke, and dance challenges.
Noah Richardson Live Concert
6-9 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience an intimate performance by alt singer-songwriter Noah Richardson with special guests Sunday Driver and Breakfast By Myself.
Riverdance 30: The New Generation
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Adler Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in a rejuvenated classic with innovative choreography and stunning visual effects.
Dinosaur Adventure
Time TBA — RiverCenter — Ticket required — Discover lifelike, moving dinosaurs in an exciting exhibit for the whole family.
Late Night with Maggie
10:00 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Free entry — Enjoy a variety show filled with fun and entertainment in Davenport.
Painting Party
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Kelso's Corner — $35 per person — Unleash your inner artist while enjoying drinks and creating your own masterpiece.
Comedy Night at Front Street Brewery
8-11 p.m. — Front Street Brewery & Taproom — Refund policy available — Enjoy a night of laughs with local and featured comedians.
Paint Party at Daiquiri Factory
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $35 — Paint a tropical drink while enjoying your favorite tropical beverages with step-by-step guidance.
Paint Nite: Succulent Splash
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Save $10 with code INSIDER10USA — Enjoy an evening of craft beer and creativity while painting a colorful succulent masterpiece.
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