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Sunday, December 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of December.

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Cellular Tracking Technologies will tag 20 to 30 bumblebees next summer in the Quad Cities to track their movements and learn more about local pollinators. The new radio technology, adapted from monarch butterfly research, will help protect these important species.  KWQC

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Iowa Hawkeyes begin Big Ten women’s basketball conference play today at Carver-Hawkeye Arena with a 3 p.m. game against Penn State & they look to build on a Dec. 6 win over Rutgers as they schedule several home and road contests ahead.  The Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • New Year's Eve Dance Party

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

    Wed, 12/31/25

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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.

    Mon, 1/5/26

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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.

    Tue, 1/6/26

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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.

    Fri, 1/9/26

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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.

    Mon, 1/12/26

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  • 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.

    Tue, 1/20/26

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  • 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.

    Wed, 1/21/26

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  • Paint Party at Daiquiri Factory

    6-8 p.m. — Daiquiri Factory — $35 per person — Enjoy a creative evening of painting and sipping with friends at this guided event.

    Tue, 1/27/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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