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Davenport
Monday, August 18th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Darrien Irving, 34, was charged after a head-on collision on Brady Street late Saturday night near Palmer Chiropractic College and KWQC TV6 — he faces charges for operating while intoxicated, multiple traffic violations, false imprisonment and other offenses and is held on a $15,000 bond. KWQC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Rep. Ashley Hinson will host a roundtable in Independence on Tuesday to highlight a new tax provision exempting tips and overtime from federal income tax—part of a broader tax bill aimed at improving worker retention in local service businesses. Local bar and restaurant owners say the break will help attract employees in a tight labor market. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ AmeriCorps funding was cut in April, which led to 568 members being dismissed and many programs missing the chance to bring back staff before the program year ended—funding was restored in late July but many groups could not rehire in time. Local directors said the timing disrupted services in Davenport and elsewhere, and some programs are now pausing their AmeriCorps participation as they plan for more stable support next year. The Dispatch Argus
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data from a recent report shows that on August 17, Rock Island and Henry Counties recorded real estate transactions with varying numbers of homes on the market, sale prices and days on market in areas including Davenport and Bettendorf. The figures, drawn from RMLS Alliance Regional MLS data—reflecting trends in the Quad Cities housing market—help track local market activity. The Quad City Times
- ➤ A report detailed real estate transactions in Rock Island and Henry counties from August 1-5, listing numbers of homes on market, average home values, and sale prices in areas such as Davenport and Bettendorf with data from the RMLS Alliance—offering insight into local market trends. The Dispatch Argus
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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54th Annual Chief Blackhawk Antique Motorcycle Swap Meet
5 PM – 10 PM — Mississippi Valley Fair Grounds — Cost varies — Explore hundreds of vendors offering antique motorcycles, parts, and accessories along with delicious food options.
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Last Chance Tour Night
5-8 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Check website for ticket info — Experience the final look at cutting-edge footwear innovation before the exhibition closes.
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Midwest Labor Day Cup
August 29-31 — TBK Bank Sports Complex — Tuition: 7v7 = $645, 9v9 = $745, 11v11 = $845 — Compete in a thrilling soccer tournament for U9-U19 teams in Bettendorf.
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Alex Williams with Isaac Rudd
7-11 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience a night of southern storytelling and country music with Alex Williams and special guest Isaac Rudd.
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