Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of July.
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🏘️ Community
The Quad Cities Community Foundation has launched a Board Connections series to help nonprofits find skilled board members and local professionals eager to lead.
The inaugural event will take place Tuesday, Sept. 15 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at John Deere Place in Moline, with John Deere as sponsor.
United Way Quad Cities is gearing up for its Day of Caring on Thurs., Sept.
10 to unite teams, families and individuals in local service projects; nonprofits will finalize activities as registration opens on Aug. 3.
A Davenport family performed music & singing at Ridgecrest Village on Thursday for senior residents.
The long-loved tradition, which began decades ago as a backyard act, has grown into a weeklong production that brings joy to the community.
🏥 Health
UnityPoint Health in Rock Island launched the new Hydros Robotic System for enlarged prostates; the minimally-invasive treatment provided immediate relief for patients who could not urinate, reducing reliance on medication and marking the Quad Cities’ first robotic procedure for men.
MercyOne Medical Centers earned 17 American Heart Association awards for quality heart and stroke care; MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center earned the Gold Plus award for stroke care (plus extra honors for following the best treatment rules).
📰 Real Estate
Geifman Group closed its deal to purchase the former Quad-City Times building in downtown Davenport on Thursday, July 23.
The Bettendorf firm plans to convert the 123,000 sqft property at 500 E. 3rd St into a multi-tenant commercial space while its parking lot supported local race events this weekend.
🏈 Sports
A group of local runners raced up Brady Street during MercyOne Genesis Brady Street Sprints on Thursday, July 23, drawing community athletes into a spirited competition.
Assumption beat Wahlert 5-3 on Jul.
24 in the 3A State Championship game to secure their 12th state title and finish an 11-game winning streak. The win capped a strong season for the Knights.
Thousands of runners will compete in today’s Bix-7 race in Davenport, and MercyOne Genesis EMS advises proper training and hydration to help avoid medical issues as treatment is available at the finish line for heat exhaustion, dehydration, or sprains.
Runners raced up Brady Street during the MercyOne Genesis Brady Street Sprints on Thursday, July 23, showcasing local athletic talent in a spirited community race.
The 29th running of the Arconic Jr. Bix brings 2,000 children to compete for medals in Davenport, marking a cherished 29-year family tradition.
The 29th Arconic Jr. Bix features 2,000 kids chasing medals today in Davenport — a longtime family race that keeps the tradition alive.
🎉 Davenport Events
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Safely Home Alone Class
4-5 p.m. — Bettendorf Community Center — $ — Learn essential skills for being home alone safely with guidance from local safety experts.
Palmer 360° Main Campus Visit Experience
8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Palmer College of Chiropractic Main Campus — Free entry — Experience life at Palmer College through tours, interactive sessions, and faculty chats.
Bluey's Big Play
6-9 p.m. — Adler Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved characters from the Emmy® award-winning show brought to life on stage.
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