Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of July.
Good morning, Davenport.
Rejuvenate Housing finished its fourth fully renovated home in Davenport's central city neighborhood.
The organization will hold a public open house on July 17 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. (516 W. 15th Street) where community members, volunteers, and local leaders can learn about its work.
Davenport police arrested 56-year-old Cuiheng Jing at King Spa — a suite at 2906 W.
Central Park Ave — on Thursday on charges of ongoing criminal conduct, pandering, pimping and conspiracy as part of a broader investigation triggered by Crime Stoppers tips into illicit massage parlors in the Quad-Cities.
The Putnam Museum and Science Center in Davenport is set to open the Vault, a new exhibit that showcases parts of its 250,000-item collection in large glass cases—making many items visible for the first time.
The Vault is open only to members through July 18 and will open to the public on July 19—featuring interactive displays that let visitors search the collection.
Quad City Arts—collaborating with Mercado on Fifth—invites Hispanic, Latin, and Latinx artists 18 and older living within 250 miles of the Quad Cities to submit original artwork for the Visions and Voices exhibition.
The juried group show will run at the Rock Island Gallery from October 10 to December 5.
After severe weather on July 11, Davenport crews assessed damage and worked with Scott County Emergency Management for recovery.
Residents with flood-damaged items or tree debris should follow Public Works guidelines starting today by calling 563-326-7923.
Bettendorf City Council discussed whether to move forward with a pedestrian bridge near the TBK Bank Sports Complex after low bids came in about $830,000 over the $13.5 million budget—council members considered options like cutting trail lengths and removing some lighting and will decide by early August.
Both defending champions Wesley Kiptoo and Rachel Chebet will return to run in the 51st Quad-City Times Bix 7 on July 26 in Davenport.
Twelve elite prize-winning runners from last year make up a diverse field of international and local athletes — promising a competitive race.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Garage Band Friday Night
7-10 p.m. — Mississippi River Distilling Company — Enjoy signature cocktails and live music in a transformed outdoor venue.
Association of Midwest Museums
6 PM - 7 PM — RiverCenter — Cost info not provided — Join museum professionals for networking and discussions on regional cultural heritage.
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.
Task Party at the Museum
5-8 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free entry — Engage in creative tasks and make new friends at this informal art-focused gathering.
Joe Bonamassa Live in Concert
8 p.m. — Adler Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night with acclaimed blues rocker Joe Bonamassa showcasing his virtuosic guitar skills and soulful voice.
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