Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
Good morning, Davenport.
Several Davenport high school classes will hold reunions over the Bix 7 weekend as they plan to reconnect around the 7-mile race on July 26.
Organizers are scheduling evening and daytime gatherings at local venues—events that offer a chance to honor past traditions and remember classmates lost in recent times.
The Arc of the Quad Cities Area is honoring disability pride this month with a Pick-a-Date fundraiser that helps secure community access & a food drive on July 26 that gives a ticket voucher for a River Bandits game.
The group will join Disabilities Awareness Night at Modern Woodmen Park on Aug. 8 at 6:30 p.m. to mark the ADA anniversary.
A car hit a guardrail on Kimberly Road near Eastern Avenue in Davenport on Thursday morning—causing westbound traffic to back up and two people to be taken to the hospital.
QCR Holdings said it made $29 million and earned $1.71 a share in the quarter ending June 30, with CEO Todd Gipple noting strong loan growth and higher net interest income in its report on July 23.
The firm also showed higher noninterest income and began building a new 100,000-square-foot headquarters in northeast Bettendorf — set to finish by late 2026 — as it plans for further loan growth.
Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream expanded into Florida by opening a new restaurant in Navarre in April that set record sales for a single day and for one week, the company said.
The milestone supports plans to open more locations in Texas and other markets.
Health experts warn that rising temperatures across the Quad Cities put people spending long hours outdoors at risk for heat exhaustion, which comes with easy signs such as dizziness, nausea and muscle cramps—if severe symptoms like confusion or loss of consciousness appear, one should call 911 immediately.
The NCAA awarded the Division III Wrestling Championships to the Quad Cities for the 2027—28 season, as Visit Quad Cities in partnership with Augustana College made the announcement on July 22.
The matches will be held at the Vibrant Arena at The Mark in downtown Moline from March 10th to 11th, 2028 and are expected to generate nearly $1 million in direct economic impact.
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.
Color Blaze 5k Run/Walk
8 AM – 12 PM — Huckleberry Park — Registration fees apply — Experience a vibrant 5k filled with color and excitement.
Exhibition Tour Night
5-8 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free (with admission) — Discover captivating art through guided tours by knowledgeable docents.
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.
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.
Cirque Italia Water Circus
7:30-9 p.m. — Mississippi Valley Fair — VIP tickets available — Experience breathtaking performances at the unique water-themed circus.
Patio Paint Party
6-8 p.m. — Armored Gardens — $35 per person — Unwind with friends while enjoying beer and creating your own artwork on the patio.
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