Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of August.
Good morning, Davenport.
United Way Quad Cities is hosting its Day of Caring on Sept.
10, inviting businesses, organizations, and residents to take part in community projects (designed to create lasting regional impact).
Lee Enterprises, a Davenport-based newspaper publisher, reported strong digital revenue growth and a 23% rise in Adjusted EBITDA for its third quarter fiscal results released on Thursday, Aug.
6 + the report noted a decline in print revenue and announced a new management agreement with Hoffmann Media Group.
The Quad Cities Chamber celebrated 53 ribbon cuttings over the past year to honor local business openings & leader milestones, recognizing the strong growth efforts that boost our community's momentum.
The Quad Cities Chamber honored local businesses and leaders after hosting 53 ribbon cuttings across the region, marking business openings and expansions.
The awards reflect strong momentum — boosting regional growth.
Quad City Bank & Trust renewed its sponsorship of the Riverfront Pops Concert for five more years during a news briefing at LeClaire Park.
The event will start at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 22 and will support local music education through the QCSO.
The Amana Colonies in eastern Iowa began as a communal society when German separatists left Europe and settled in New York before moving to Iowa in 1855.
Members approved a major change in 1932 to start a profit-sharing system (a shift that preserved their heritage for future generations).
Lane closures will begin Monday on the I-280 Mississippi River bridge for a routine inspection; the westbound lane is closed until Wednesday while the eastbound lane will close Wednesday to Aug.
14 with work ending at 3 p.m.
Crews are finishing work on the new pedestrian bridge at the Middle Road and I-80 interchange in Bettendorf; officials expect the road to reopen for Friday evening traffic.
Drivers should detour along I-74 (Exit 298) then Middle Road while construction continues.
Local chiropractor Dr. Mitch Mally of Tri-Med Health and Wellness Center in Bettendorf helped NFL Hall of Famer Roger Craig maintain peak performance over 11 seasons with consistent pregame and postgame care.
He will attend an event in Canton this weekend to celebrate a career that shaped local sports health.
Nonprofit organizations in the Quad Cities are urged to a virtual session on Wed, Aug.
12 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. to apply for Better Health Foundation’s Fall Grant cycle, offering grants from $10,000 to $100,000 and up to $1.2 million overall—contact the foundation for details.
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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