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Davenport
Friday, August 1st, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Freight House Farmers Market will host a Back to School Kids Market on August 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.—14 young entrepreneurs aged 6 to 14 will sell items like jewelry, crocheted stuffed animals and baked goods to learn about business after years of planning. KWQC
- ➤ Maschio Gaspardo announced it became a shareholder in Lynx AG LLC, a firm in Churdan that specializes in no-till seeding technology; it also launched Maschio Gaspardo USA INC—an immediate joint venture to develop large-format precision planters for North American farmers. Quad Cities Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Attorneys for Adriana Blake filed a motion for a new trial on July 14, citing trial errors such as the separation from her co-defendant Devon Braet and the use of a Davenport detective to summarize testimony that they say prejudiced the jury in the 2024 shooting deaths of Brian Goodwin and Amy Smith. Her sentencing is set for August 28 — a date that will determine her fate under mandatory life sentence laws for first-degree murder. The Quad City Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A student from North Scott High School showcased his robot at the Mississippi Valley Fair on Thursday, July 31—demonstrating his talent in robotics. The Dispatch Argus
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A winning Powerball lottery ticket worth $50,000 was purchased at KC Brothers on Myrtle Street in Davenport but remains unclaimed; officials say the prize must be claimed by August 28—if not, the money will return to the lottery prize pool. KWQC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Utilities Commission approved Iowa American Water's new water and sewer rates on July 15 — they take effect today and raise the average residential bill by about $8. The increase, the first in nearly four years, follows roughly $157 million in recent infrastructure upgrades to the service systems. Quad Cities Business Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities will break ground on Homes No. 143 and 144 in Davenport on Saturday, Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. at 513 East Dover Court (for Katelyn’s family) and at 11 a.m. at 424 East 15th St (for Destiny’s family), and the group will build two more homes later this year. Quad Cities Business Journal
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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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Cirque Italia Water Circus
7:30-9 p.m. — Mississippi Valley Fair — VIP tickets available — Experience breathtaking performances at the unique water-themed circus.
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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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Paint Party at Frick's Tap
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Frick's Tap — $35 per person — Enjoy a fun paint party where all materials are provided and no experience is required.
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NSRA Quad Cities Street Fair Rod Nationals
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Mississippi Valley Fair — $20.00 for adults — Experience a vibrant street rod festival with live entertainment and family fun.
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Quad City Bank & Trust Riverfront Pops: Chicago & More!
7:30-9:30 p.m. — LeClaire Park & Bandshell — Adults $23 & Children $6 — Celebrate the iconic ’70s hits with a spectacular fireworks finale.
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Outdoor Socializing Walk
2-4 p.m. — LeClaire Park & Bandshell — Free entry — Take a leisurely walk by the river while making new friends and enjoying meaningful conversations.
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