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Davenport
Tuesday, December 31st, 2024
Good morning, Davenport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Quad Cities' Year in Review highlights significant legal decisions in 2024, including major criminal case verdicts, a transparency victory for public records, and a key ruling on speed cameras. KWQC
- ➤ KWQC's Year in Review highlights the investigative team's deep dives into stories such as the Illinois Safe-T Act's impacts, issues with mandated body cameras, toxic working conditions within the City of Davenport, a challenging housing crisis, and the ongoing investigation into Jackson Kradle's death in Carroll County. KWQC
- ➤ Eastern Iowa Community Colleges developed a CNC machining training program for John Deere workers affected by layoffs, offering new employment opportunities. Quad Cities Business Journal
- ➤ Quad Cities area cities have varying ordinances on firework usage for ringing in 2025, stressing legal times, locations, and the importance of following local laws. OurQuadCities
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Quad Cities' local economy in 2024 experienced significant developments, including the opening of an ice rink, economic incentives for a bacon processing plant, potential hospital expansion, a proposed hotel project facing delays, and layoffs by John Deere. KWQC
- ➤ Onda Willert, owner of Renee & Perry Vintage, reported a successful holiday shopping season for her small business in Davenport. Quad Cities Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Quad-Cities school leaders are evaluating the impacts of the proposed dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education by the incoming administration on local education funding and programs. The Dispatch Argus
- ➤ Olivia Allen shares her top 10 favorite stories covered in 2024, highlighting diverse local education topics and personal journalistic highlights. The Quad City Times
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Maximize Your AFP Membership: A Virtual Tour
The event features a virtual session led by Taryn Gold, focusing on how to effectively utilize the benefits of AFP membership, including a Q&A segment for participant inquiries and suggestions.
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Hadestown - A Tony Award-Winning Musical
Hadestown is a celebrated folk opera that won eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, showcasing its critical acclaim and artistic value.
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Thursday Night Trivia at Barrel House
A weekly trivia night offering free entertainment for participants at Barrel House in Downtown Davenport.
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Monday Night Trivia at The Last Picture House
Enjoy a free trivia night every first and third Monday at The Last Picture House in Davenport, Iowa.
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Paint and Sip Night at Front Street Brewery & Taproom
Enjoy a guided painting session while sipping on beer at Front Street Brewery, with all materials provided for a fun and creative experience.
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Wednesday Night Trivia at Daiquiri Factory
Participate in a fun, free night of trivia every Wednesday at Daiquiri Factory in Davenport, IA.
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Chris Janson Live at Rhythm City Casino Resort
Chris Janson, a prominent figure in the Country music scene and a Grand Ole Opry member, will perform live, showcasing his self-penned hits.
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Relaxing Paint Party at the Coffee House
Enjoy a guided painting experience at the Coffee House with provided materials and various beverage options.
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Art With Kare 5-Year Anniversary Paint Party at The Daiquiri Factory
Celebrate five years of Art With Kare with a guided paint party featuring a pre-sketched canvas of a cute cat, where all materials and step-by-step instructions are provided.
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Quad Cities Chamber Membership 101 MeetUp
This exclusive Chamber members-only event provides new members and staff the opportunity to learn how to utilize Chamber resources for business growth and networking.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The enemy of art is the absence of constraints.
~ Orson Welles
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