Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Davenport Police Association will host its 10th annual Cops & Cones Ice Cream Social from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12 at Vander Veer Botanical Park, inviting neighbors to meet officers and enjoy ice cream. The Dispatch Argus
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Quad-City woman revived her Tropical Sno snow cone trailer to fulfill her business dream and made her first stop at her alma mater (documented by local photojournalist Mike Colón). OurQuadCities
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 3, 2025, Davenport police arrested a man who cashed three forged checks at Time Bank branches in Davenport and Bettendorf for a total of $7,584.24; he now faces three felony forgery charges and one felony second-degree theft charge and is held on a $5,000 bond (according to arrest affidavits). OurQuadCities
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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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90's Paint Party
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $35 per person — Sip and paint while enjoying your favorite 90's tunes at this guided art experience.
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