Good morning, Davenport.

Animal Aid Humane Society is raising $100,000 to build a new shelter at 1912 E.

First Ave in Milan on nearly two acres. Construction has begun and the nonprofit expects to complete the build-out this spring to offer more space for animals and volunteers.

Electro Freeze will relocate its headquarters from East Moline, where it has been based since 1945, to Davenport soon.

The move marks the end of an 80-year era for the company & signals a fresh beginning in its operations.

Grow Quad Cities received a three-year grant of $100,000 per year from the Bechtel Trusts and both the QC Chamber & Alternating Currents Festival were awarded $50,000 each from the RDA.

The festival will be held Aug. 13-16 in the future.

Augustana College announced Monday, Dec.

22 that it will acquire UnityPoint Health Trinity College of Nursing (located in Rock Island) pending regulatory approval, with ownership changing June 30. Integration will take about 24 months, and current students will complete their programs on schedule.

Black Hawk College received a $202,000 state grant to launch a welding program for adults learning English and earning their high school diploma + the new initiative is set to enhance local workforce skills.

Quad City Storm and ImpactLife host the Out For Blood drive Monday and Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Storm Shelter in the Vibrant Arena at the Mark; donors earn two tickets (for Friday’s $1 Beer Game Night) and may donate also via ImpactLife centers until year-end.

QCIA has shared holiday travel tips to help ease the busy season that began Saturday, Dec.

20; the airport advises travelers to use airline apps for updates & pack smartly to avoid luggage hassles and delays.

Iowa will play Vanderbilt in the ReliaQuest Bowl on Dec.

31 at 11:03 a.m. at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, with teams arriving on Dec. 26 and pregame events beginning on Dec. 29 that include a parade & pep rally on Dec. 30.

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.

New Year's Eve Dance Party

8 PM - 1 AM — Raccoon Motel — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with a lively dance party atmosphere.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Fundraiser Tuesday at Great River Brewery

5-8 p.m. — Great River Brewery — 10% of sales donated — Support local youth and community programs while enjoying great food and drinks.

Paint Nite: Dawn of New Beginnings

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Prices vary — Create a custom landscape painting while enjoying drinks in a fun atmosphere.