Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of December.
Good morning, Davenport.
💼 Business
The BBB offers stress-free holiday return tips today by advising shoppers to check return policies online, keep receipts + IDs, and stick to store deadlines.
Their guidance helps customers avoid issues during busy post-Christmas returns.
🎓 Education
Upper Iowa University Quad Cities Center will move to a new location on Jan.
5; the center will be on Scott Community College campus at 500 Belmont Road in Bettendorf (room 1203). The move is planned to continue student support and build a partnership with Eastern Iowa Community College.
🏈 Sports
The Deckmate Dancers will hold tryouts for the 2026 season from noon to 4 p.m. on Jan.
11 at Vibrant Arena. Applicants aged 18 and older with dance experience must pay a $40 fee (registration is available on the team’s website) and be ready in proper dance attire.
🎉 Davenport Events
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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.
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.
🏠 Davenport Real Estate
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