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Sunday, June 1st, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ River Action’s Explore the River series offers Channel Cat Talks and Riverine Walks that let residents learn about local history and wildlife — tickets cost $10 to $20 and the series will run through August 30. KWQC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Bettendorf officials said crews responded around 2 p.m. to a fire at Wallace’s Garden Center on Devils Glen Road—one firefighter was taken to the hospital—and the blaze was contained as surrounding properties were cleared. KWQC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A jury in Davenport found Adriana Blake guilty of two counts of first‑degree murder and 11 other charges for the Jan. 15 killings of Brian Goodwin and Amy Smith—her sentencing is set for Aug. 28 while Devon Braet will face trial in June. The Quad City Times
- ➤ Adriana Blake was found guilty of two counts of first-degree murder for the Jan. 15 killings of Brian Goodwin and Amy Smith at a Davenport apartment; her sentencing is set for Aug. 28 as victim families said they feel both relief and ongoing loss. The Dispatch Argus
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Davenport schools showcased a student-built home featuring three bedrooms and 2,616 square feet — it will list for $400,000. The Dispatch Argus
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa-Illinois Chapter of the NDIA will host its 16th Annual Midwest Government Contracting Symposium at Vibrant Arena in Moline on Tuesday, June 3 and Wednesday, June 4. The two-day event—focusing on world changes and government contracting—will let local experts meet key government officials. OurQuadCities
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Davenport schools is showcasing a student-built home with three bedrooms that measures 2,616 square feet — the property is set to list for $400,000. The Quad City Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bryce Garnhart earned his first official win in the IMCA Late Model feature at Davenport Speedway on Friday after his car was disqualified for being light and a caution reset helped him regain the lead + Logan Veloz pulled into the pits for engine trouble. Weekly points races in all five classes will be held next Friday, June 6th. OurQuadCities
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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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ACOTAR Paint Party at Frick's Tap
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Frick's Tap — $35 per person — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting session inspired by A Court of Thorns and Roses.
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Willard Wilcox Live Performance
9:30 PM — Kilkenny's Pub — Tickets available — Experience live music from Willard Wilcox in a vibrant local pub setting.
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When It Was Fun Live
7-11 p.m. — Common Chord | Home of the Redstone Room — Tickets available — Experience a nostalgic journey through 90s and early 2000s R&B and Hip Hop with trivia, dance challenges, and karaoke.
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