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Davenport
Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Davenport Police Association is launching its 23rd annual toy drive to collect new toys and monetary donations for children served by Family Resources. Donations may be dropped off Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Chuck’s Tap & Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at North Park Mall. KWQC
- ➤ IHMVCU donated $13,000 on Giving Tuesday to six nonprofits chosen by 1,793 community votes + HOPE Initiative got $5,000, QC Paws received $3,000, YWCA Alan’s House got $2,000, and Hope at the Brick House, Knock and Drop Iowa, and Sunshine Community Services Center got $1,000 each; the credit union urged year-round support. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ Akwaaba Quad Cities is hosting a free winter clothes giveaway on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its office (1531 47th Ave, Suite 2, Moline) where residents can register online. KWQC
- ➤ Tapestry Farms launched a new holiday gift line including handmade baklava, fresh flower bouquets, and locally grown vegetables available as one-time purchases or as subscriptions (2026), with proceeds funding jobs and comprehensive services for refugee families in the Quad Cities. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ The annual Christmas tree sale is open this holiday season at Brady Street Stadium parking lot, offering real trees starting at $50 to raise funds for local youth programs and charities. The Davenport Noon Optimist Club now offers a self-checkout option (QR code) as part of this long-standing tradition. KWQC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Augustana will host its annual winter holiday lightshow at the John Deere Planetarium this weekend (festive displays aim to brighten the celebration). The Quad City Times
- ➤ Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders will receive free admission to the Figge Art Museum in Davenport and the Science Center of Iowa in Des Moines Dec. 6-7 as part of the Museums on Us program—cardholders must show a bank card and photo ID. Quad Cities Business Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Department of Natural Resources launched a new plan to manage chronic wasting disease in deer ahead of gun season tomorrow- Dec. 6, which calls for voluntary testing and tracking of disease progression through 2030. Hunters are encouraged to take part in surveillance efforts to help slow the disease spread. KWQC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scott County plans new ambulance designs — choosing mostly blue or dark grey and green over the traditional white, blue, and red. Officials say an updated fleet could be seen soon to improve emergency services. The Quad City Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Quad Cities are facing rising demand for orthopedic care as older residents and active adults seek advanced treatments. UnityPoint Health and ORA Orthopedics are expanding their partnership to deliver minimally invasive procedures and same-day surgeries. KWQC
- ➤ The Iowa Insurance Division’s Senior Health Information and Senior Medicare Patrol Program warned Iowa Medicare beneficiaries of scam calls asking for Social Security numbers and banking details. The agency advised letting calls go to voicemail and using numbers from official plan cards (caller ID can be spoofed). KWQC
- ➤ The fall 2025 Leapfrog Hospital Safety grading found no Quad-Cities hospital earned an A rating while Illinois hospitals tied for 17th with several top ratings. The results show a clear gap in patient safety performance between the states. The Quad City Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michelle Juehring, the race director for the Quad-City Times Bix 7, was named the MarathonFoto/Road Race Management Race Director of the Year Monday and will receive her award at the Race Directors’ Meeting Welcome Reception on Dec. 8 in our community. The honor recognizes her creativity, leadership, and organizational skill. KWQC
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Straight No Chaser Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Event Center at Rhythm City — Ticket info available — Enjoy a night of a cappella hits with this renowned vocal group.
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2025 Davenport Users Group
8 AM-5 PM — Rhythm City Casino Resort — Registration required — Network with industry leaders and gain valuable training and continuing education hours.
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Paint Party at Daiquiri Factory
6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $45 per person — Enjoy a fun night of painting and sipping while supporting local baseball efforts.
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The Nutcracker Student Matinee
10-11 a.m. — Adler Theatre — Educational event — Experience an abridged performance of The Nutcracker designed for students.
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Paint Party at The Spot
6-8 p.m. — The Spot Bar — $39.19 — Unleash your creativity while painting a cute penguin and enjoying your favorite drinks.
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Holiday Paint Night Celebration
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Cost varies — Celebrate the holiday season with an evening of creativity as you paint a peaceful winter landscape.
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Open Mic Night
7-11 p.m. — Bootleg Hill Honey Meads — Free entry — Enjoy a night of local talent at this welcoming meadery.
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Rambunctious Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Tickets available — Experience the lively sounds of Rambunctious as they showcase their latest hits including Imperfect People.
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Davenport Murder Mystery: Catch the Killer!
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Davenport Streets — Ticket Required — Dive into a thrilling role-playing adventure while solving a murder mystery.
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Annual Post-Christmas Show with Rob and Gary
6-9 p.m. — Bootleg Hill Honey Meads — Cost varies — Enjoy the festive tunes of Rob and Gary as they ring in the New Year a little early.
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