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Davenport
Friday, December 19th, 2025
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ O’Rourke Sales Company employees raised $5,000 for Toys for Tots (Marine Corps program) with matching contributions from the owners. They spent $11,965 buying 750 new toys to ensure hundreds of local children have gifts to open on Christmas morning. KWQC
- ➤ 16-year-old Brayden Mildren transformed his west Davenport yard into a winter wonderland featuring a giant Santa (on North Utah Ave near 9th and Idaho) to collect Lego donations for the Iowa City Children’s Autism Group at Stead Hospital; donations will be accepted through year’s end. KWQC
- ➤ At Quad Cities International Airport, employees decorated holiday trees (using items from their workspaces) to celebrate the season and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies as the winter travel rush approaches. KWQC
- ➤ South of downtown, the Skybridge now features a $408,000 lighting upgrade with more intense colors & programmable shows that begin 30 minutes before sunset. The installation, completed Dec. 17 by the City of Davenport as part of the Destination Iowa grant, enhances the riverfront connection for visitors. Quad Cities Business Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rock Island Brewing Company reopens today with doors opening at 6 p.m. & live music starting at 8 p.m. as owner Zachary Edwards reintroduces the historic venue to the Quad Cities after nearly two years of closure. KWQC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ St. Ambrose University has named four senior leaders and expanded a longtime administrator's role to support its merger with Mount Mercy University. The appointments, including a chief mission integration officer set to start Feb. 1, will boost academic support and shared operations for students. Quad Cities Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Department of Defense bill passed this week expands manufacturing and research at Rock Island Arsenal, the Quad-Cities’ largest employer. The legislation also provides up to $50 million for a childcare center and sets conditions for Congress to review potential job cuts. KWQC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UnityPoint Health - Trinity BirthPlace Bettendorf and Moline announced the top baby names of 2025 from over 1,400 births so far and offer virtual tours of their locations. Both facilities were recognized as Blue Distinction Centers for Maternity Care. KWQC
- ➤ The Scott County Health Department reported more than 40 whooping cough (pertussis) cases so far this month and urges residents to check vaccination records. Local health officials are closely monitoring the situation in Davenport. KWQC
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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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New Year's Eve Dance Party
8 PM - 1 AM — Raccoon Motel — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with a lively dance party atmosphere.
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Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Help
2-3 p.m. — Rock Island Downtown Library — Free assistance — Get hands-on help with job searching and computer skills from experts at Goodwill.
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Tuneful Tuesday Series: Grace Notes Flute Quartet
12-1 p.m. — Rock Island Downtown Library — Free entry — Enjoy a warm and delightful concert by the Grace Notes Flute Quartet with light refreshments.
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Quad City Bald Eagle Days
4-8 p.m. — QCCA Expo Center — General Admission $0.15+ — Celebrate wildlife with live eagle demonstrations and nature-themed exhibits.
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BURSTING w/A LIGHT AMONG MANY
7-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Enjoy an evening with BURSTING and special guests A LIGHT AMONG MANY in a vibrant live music setting.
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