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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Food Truck Fight organizers said that this year’s event will feature 13 food trucks serving unique cuisines for the first time during its eighth edition. The event will take place on July 19 from noon to 8 p.m. at the Rest Belt— the winner will be crowned at 7 p.m. KWQC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ During testimony on Wednesday, Devon Braet's attorney stated that Adriana Blake pulled the trigger that killed Brian Goodwin and Amy Smith in the 2024 double homicide case. The Quad City Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Figge Art Museum in Davenport announced four new summer exhibitions that will feature German Expressionism, cat-inspired art, community murals and a look at its historic design. Three exhibits will open June 21 while the Model Museum exhibit will open July 1 — offering local visitors a range of creative experiences. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ The Putnam Museum and Science Center will start free trolley tours on Monday, June 23 at 5:30 p.m.—Ryan Saddler of St. Ambrose University will guide groups to local civil rights sites, including former activist homes and the LeClaire Park Bandshell. Space is limited to 20 seats and registration is required to join the tour. Quad Cities Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 16, about a dozen community leaders met at Community Health Care in Rock Island to discuss proposed Medicaid cuts with U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen—he warned that the changes to Medicaid and SNAP benefits in the bill could reduce access to care for many, including new mothers and mental health patients. The Quad City Times
- ➤ A congressional bill may cut funds for SNAP, Medicaid, and Medicare—risking enough food for 9.5 billion meals a year and affecting health care for millions. Local food banks warn the cuts could impact 260,000 Iowa families who depend on these programs. KWQC
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ PGA Tour golfer Ben Griffin, with two wins and eight top-10 finishes this year, committed to play in the John Deere Classic for a second year. He will compete from July 2-6 at TPC Deere Run in Silvis — he finished tied for fifth last year — and his strong season makes him a key player in upcoming events. Quad Cities Business Journal
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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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Quad Cities Junior Golf Tournament
— Emeis Golf Course — Partner program event — Join junior golfers at the Birdie Point event for a day of competition at a premier course.
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Voice Talent Appearance at Planet Funk Con
June 27-29 — RiverCenter — Ticket information available — Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Jem with comics, performances, games, and special guests.
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Patio Paint Party
6-8 p.m. — Armored Gardens — $35 per person — Celebrate the 4th of July with a fun paint and sip experience on the patio.
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Precocious Neophyte with Ghost Days & Stoney Point
7-11 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $13.22 — Experience a night of South Korean shoegaze and Chicago dream pop with special guests.
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Chokeberry Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience the dark, garage band energy of chokecherry along with special guest Penny Peach.
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Big Field Fund Info Session
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free entry — Discover grant opportunities for publicly-engaged visual arts projects in eastern Iowa.
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Second Saturday at Figge Art Museum
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free admission — Enjoy a diverse array of art experiences with dance, music, and community conversations.
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Best of the Wurst Sausage Competition
12-4 p.m. — German American Heritage Center & Museum — $5 for non-members, free for children 12 and under — Sample local brats and enjoy live entertainment while voting for your favorite sausage.
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