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Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Across the QCA, several Labor Day events will take place as East Moline holds a parade on Sept. 1 at 11 a.m. from John Deere Harvester Works led by retired union leader Quintin Waterman, Rock Island hosts a 'Rockin’ the Arts' parade on Sept. 1 at 9:30 a.m. from Washington Jr. High School led by Tammy Mendoza, and Bettendorf offers its annual Doggy Splash fundraiser at the YMCA Water Park at 5:30 p.m.; today, Milan launches its family Harvest Festival at Camden Park through Sept. 1. KWQC
- ➤ This summer marks 35 years of the ADA as Empowering Abilities in Davenport supports people in getting and keeping jobs—CEO Jeff Ashcraft said local residents like Marcus now thrive at a grocery store with the law’s protection. The group will keep working to break down barriers so everyone has a fair chance. Quad Cities Business Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Grace Technologies is a company in Davenport that makes industrial safety products and has been named a top workplace since 2018—its caring work culture and smart inventions boost local manufacturing. CEO Drew Allen leads the team as it uses new machines to build safer tools and supports local startups at Maple Studios. Quad Cities Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ After the school shooting at Annunciation Catholic School on August 27, the Davenport Diocese prayed for courage to confront evil with goodness while area leaders lowered flags and offered heartfelt condolences — supporting victims and families in Minneapolis. KWQC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Horizon Science Academy Davenport opened this week as Davenport’s first charter school, offering free STEM and college prep programs with plans to add more grade levels later. A ribbon-cutting will be held Friday from 9:30–10:30 a.m. at 2626 Boies Ave. with Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer expected to attend. KWQC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Davenport's historic John Hiller building was torn down on August 26th after city officials said it was unsafe — the limestone structure had been empty since 2015 and plans to fix it had stalled. The Quad City Times
- ➤ Davenport is looking for a new city administrator and has explained the process for choosing a qualified candidate—each step of the selection method is clearly outlined. The city expects to post details soon for interested applicants. The Quad City Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Shannon Stubbs was appointed as chief executive officer of The Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute in Moline. Ms. Stubbs — a licensed speech-language pathologist with over 25 years of health care experience — will lead the 40-bed rehabilitation hospital that serves patients recovering from major injuries and illnesses. Quad Cities Business Journal
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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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TSUSHIMAMIRE Live Concert
6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $19.84 — Experience the legendary Japanese rock trio TsuShiMaMiRe with special guests in an unforgettable night of music.
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Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Quad Cities River Bandits
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Modern Woodmen Park — Tickets required — Catch the exciting baseball showdown between the Kernels and River Bandits in Davenport.
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10th Annual Monarch Release Party
9 AM - 12 PM — Nahant Marsh Education Center — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of monarch magic while tagging and releasing butterflies on their journey to Mexico.
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Joshua Hedley Concert
3-7 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $21.17 — Experience the raucous wit of country music's own singing professor live in Davenport.
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Ozzy Osbourne Live Concert
7:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Adler Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Ozzy Osbourne performing live in Davenport.
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Pete Holmes Live Performance
7 PM — Adler Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Pete Holmes.
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Teen Anime Afternoon at the Figge
12-3 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free! (Registration required) — Celebrate manga, anime, and Japanese culture through interactive sessions and fun activities.
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