Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
Good morning, Davenport.
River Bend Food Bank in Davenport announced it will replace its school backpack program with a school pantry model for 20 local schools as SNAP cuts take effect in coming months.
The food bank, which lost $515,000 in federal funding earlier, plans to serve about 4,500 people — a change designed to lower costs and boost fresh food options — while local officials review the impact of future benefit reductions.
River Bend Food Bank in Davenport is ending its school backpack program to launch 20 school pantries in local schools as SNAP cuts are expected to increase food needs; the new model will lower meal costs from $2.76 to 45 cents per meal (a change that officials say will help more families prepare for upcoming federal adjustments).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Great Lakes Loons vs. Quad Cities River Bandits
6:30-8 p.m. — Modern Woodmen Park — Affordable tickets — Catch thrilling Minor League Baseball action with the River Bandits at home.
2025 Quad Cities Cancer Survivors' Day Celebration
6-9:30 p.m. — Modern Woodmen Park — Free event — Celebrate the strength and resilience of cancer survivors in the Quad Cities community.
Clash in the Corn #2 - Battle of the Bands
4:30-10:30 p.m. — Front Street Brewery & Taproom — Cost varies — Local bands battle for a spot at Punk in the Corn 2025 with great food and drinks.
Great Lakes Loons vs. Quad Cities River Bandits
1-2:30 p.m. — Modern Woodmen Park — Cost not listed — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball game in Davenport's beautiful stadium.
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