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Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Longtime volunteers Gary and Beth Loy will serve one last year on the Lost Parents Committee at the Jr. Bix 7—their lost and found run is scheduled for July 25 before they hand over the role to a younger leader. The couple has connected lost parents and children for nearly 30 years and will continue running in the main race each year. The Quad City Times
- ➤ United Way QC announced it awarded $2M in grants to 53 local nonprofits — the funds support education, financial security and health in Scott and Rock Island counties over a three-year period. Local community volunteers from 39 groups helped review 74 grant requests totaling $5.5M to ensure the investments meet measurable outcomes. Quad Cities Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Crime Stoppers of the Quad Cities has urged residents to help capture two suspects—Frederick Cooks, 21, 6’4”, 237 pounds with black hair and brown eyes wanted by the Iowa DOC District 7 High Risk Unit for three counts of first degree theft and two counts of eluding, and Armondo Hopson, 21, 5’11”, 150 pounds with black hair and brown eyes wanted by the Scott County Sheriff for first degree harassment and violating a no contact order—with tips submitted anonymously to 309-762-9500 for an elevated reward within one week. OurQuadCities
- ➤ A jury in Scott County Court is continuing deliberations over Devon Braet, a 35-year-old Davenport man charged with 14 crimes including first-degree murder & other offenses in connection with the January 16 double homicide that left Brian Goodwin & Amy Smith dead after police responded to a fire on North Division Street. OurQuadCities
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Davenport City Council postponed the vote on nearly $4M in railroad crossing upgrades today — they need extra time to finalize a contract with Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway. The council will upgrade 12 crossings from Mound Street to Marquette into quiet zones with new signals, signage and pavement markings near Main Street Landing. KWQC
- ➤ The Iowa Supreme Court approved $1,177,030 in grants to 14 nonprofit legal aid programs that help low-income Iowans with civil legal problems—World Relief Quad Cities in Davenport received $25,000. The funds come from interest on IOLTA accounts and are managed by a seven-member commission that has awarded over $27 million since 1985—supporting aid for cases like divorce and unsafe housing. OurQuadCities
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gilda’s Club will launch a teen support program tomorrow—designed to help young people affected by cancer share their feelings and learn about available resources at its Davenport and Moline locations. The initiative comes as Iowa faces high cancer rates and strong survival statistics. OurQuadCities
SEASONAL NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR One of our top fall decor picks is this true-to-life fall foliage garland. It’s perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Quad City Steamwheelers will face the Green Bay Blizzard at Vibrant Arena on Saturday at 7:05 p.m.—a win will clinch a home playoff game for the new franchise for the first time. KWQC
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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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Paint Nite: Darth Vader Edition
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Save $10 per ticket with code 'INSIDER10USA' — Unleash your creativity while sipping pints and painting Darth Vader masterpieces.
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Fear Not Ourselves Alone Concert
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience the art rock sounds of Fear Not Ourselves Alone with special guests Cough N Flop and Camp Regret.
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Quad Cities Junior Tournament at Duck Creek
Time not specified — Duck Creek Golf Course — Registration required — Compete in this Birdie Point event hosted by the Iowa PGA at a premier golf venue.
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Midwest Mayhem
5-11 p.m. — Front Street Brewery & Taproom — $5 entry — Experience an epic night of underground chaos with top Midwest music and mouthwatering food.
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Jack Blocker Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience the heartfelt Americana sound of Jack Blocker along with special guests in Davenport.
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Garage Band Friday Night
7-10 p.m. — Mississippi River Distilling Company — Enjoy signature cocktails and live music in a transformed outdoor venue.
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Association of Midwest Museums
6 PM - 7 PM — RiverCenter — Cost info not provided — Join museum professionals for networking and discussions on regional cultural heritage.
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PLEASURE PILL Concert Featuring honeybee
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Enjoy a live performance by PLEASURE PILL with special guests honeybee in an intimate setting.
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Falling for Fall: Our Favorite Early Autumn Decor Picks
Psst. Is it too soon to say…boo? Look away, summer fans. If you’re ready for fall, read on for our top decor picks:
- This true-to-life fall foliage garland is perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more.
- Add these pumpkin-shaped “Hello Fall” coasters to your dinner table or coffee bar.
- Pet + autumn lovers, this embroidered ”Happy Pawtumn” hand towel may be your favorite find of the season.
- Sprinkle these cute ceramic ghosts around the house for an understated nod to Halloween.
- Create a beautiful autumnal tablescape with this burlap runner + best-selling set of assorted mini pumpkins, leaves, and acorns.
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