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Davenport
Sunday, July 20th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Farm Rescue has raised $1.5 million in six years from Busch Light’s special corn cans that support equipment rentals and volunteer expenses for farmers in crisis. The nonprofit has aided over 1,200 families and helped 12 families near the Quad Cities through referrals from trusted farm connections. OurQuadCities
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Vintage Fest ended yesterday at the RiverCenter in Davenport—more than 60 vendors sold vintage clothing, jewelry and collectibles from across the Midwest. The next fest will take place in Coralville on August 24—and return to Davenport on November 1. OurQuadCities
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Quad Cities educators are invited to Teacher Appreciation Night during Rust Belt Americana’s opening reception on Aug. 7 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Bend Xpo Center in East Moline. Registration is limited to 100 educators — host Rob Wolfe will launch his local trade-career scholarship program as guest speaker Jim Wichman challenges teachers to build value-centered schools. OurQuadCities
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Owner Kelsey Pisel opened Zero Waste Reserve in Bettendorf when she realized recycling was not enough to reduce waste—she built the store from her own experience and community support. The shop celebrated its second anniversary and has helped eliminate 16,000 containers from the landfill. KWQC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge said parts of Iowa's new law that would control companies offering prescription discount cards may be paused—limiting its scope to only some companies. Lawmakers will review the ruling to decide how to move forward with the regulation. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ WQPT and WVIK face federal funding cuts from a rescission bill that ends federal support on Oct. 1—WQPT will lose about half of its annual CPB funding while WVIK will see a 13% budget cut. Both stations are planning operational changes—WQPT may cut staffing and WVIK is looking to boost donations—to mitigate the impact of these losses. The Quad City Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On July 18, 2025, Davenport Speedway saw five first-time winners—Matt Ryan, Matt Werner, Cary Brown, Keith Wiersema, and Nolan Morrow—who shook up the point standings ahead of the final point races in August. OurQuadCities
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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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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.
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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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Color Blaze 5k Run/Walk
8 AM – 12 PM — Huckleberry Park — Registration fees apply — Experience a vibrant 5k filled with color and excitement.
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Exhibition Tour Night
5-8 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free (with admission) — Discover captivating art through guided tours by knowledgeable docents.
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Second Saturday at Figge Art Museum
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free admission — Explore diverse art experiences including dance, music, and community activities at this monthly celebration.
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Cirque Italia - Water Circus
1:30-3 p.m. — Mississippi Valley Fair — VIP packages available — Experience the magic of Cirque Italia in a stunning water-themed circus performance.
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