07 Jul 2014

FRATERNITY MEN CYCLE THROUGH DAVENPORT, ACROSS COUNTRY FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

By Nick Travaglini

SEE PEOPLE'S ABILITIES, NOT THEIR DISABILITIES

Journey of Hope believes in the abilities of all people.

 

DAVENPORT, Iowa - Journey of Hope will join the Davenport Parks & Rec and Davenport citizens for dinner and a Friendship Visit after 60 miles of cycling. Journey of Hope will cycle an average of 75 miles a day for people with disabilities. The team will enhance the lives of countless individuals with disabilities through grant funding and community events.

 

What:  Journey of Hope, organized by Push America, is a cycling trek that raises funds and awareness on behalf of people with disabilities. Every cyclist commits to raising at least $5,500 on behalf of people with disabilities. Combine their individual efforts with corporate sponsorships and the Journey of Hope 2014 team will raise more than $500,000 for people with disabilities.

When: Wednesday, July 9, 5:00 p.m.

Where: Davenport Parks & Recreation

700 W River Dr

Davenport, IA 52802

Who: Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity members from across the country.
07 Jul 2014

Read Contracts Carefully Before Signing

By Jason Alderman

If you always stop to read the fine print before signing anything, congratulations - your parents trained you well. If you don't, beware: Your signature could commit you to a long-term gym membership you don't really want, an apartment you can't afford or worst of all, paying off someone else's loan you cosigned.

Broadly defined, contracts are mutually binding agreements between two or more parties to do - or not do - something. It could be as simple as buying coffee (you pay $3 and the restaurant agrees to serve you a drinkable beverage), or as complex as signing a 30-year mortgage.

Once a contract is in force it generally cannot be altered unless all parties agree. And, with very few exceptions (e.g., if deception or fraud took place), contracts cannot easily be broken.

Before you enter a contractual agreement, try to anticipate everything that might possibly go wrong. For example:

  • After you've leased an apartment you decide you can't afford the rent or don't like the neighborhood.
  • Your roommate moves out, leaving you responsible for the rest of the lease.
  • You finance a car you can't afford, but when you try to sell, it's worth less than your outstanding loan balance.
  • You buy a car and only later notice that the sales agreement includes an extended warranty or other features you didn't verbally authorize.
  • You sign a payday loan without fully understanding the terms and end up owing many times the original loan amount.
  • You buy something on sale and don't notice the store's "No returns on sale items" policy.
  • You click "I agree" to a website's privacy policy and later realize you've given permission to share your personal information.
  • You buy a two-year cellphone plan, but after the grace period ends, discover that you have spotty reception and it will costs hundreds of dollars to buy your way out.

Cosigning a loan can be particularly risky. If the other person stops making payments, you're responsible for the full amount, including late fees or collection costs. Not only will your credit rating suffer, but the creditor can use the same collection methods against you as against the primary borrower, including suing you or garnishing your wages.

Still, there may be times you want to cosign a loan to help out a relative or friend. The Federal Trade Commission's handy guide, "Co-signing a Loan," shows precautions to take before entering such agreements (www.consumer.ftc.gov).

A few additional reminders:

  • Ensure that everything you were promised verbally appears in writing.
  • Make sure all blank spaces are filled in or crossed out before signing any documents -including the tip line on restaurant and hotel bills.
  • Don't be afraid to ask to take a contract home for more careful analysis or to get a second opinion. A lawyer or financial advisor can help.
  • Don't be pressured into signing anything. If salespeople try that tactic, walk away. (Be particularly wary at timeshare rental meetings.)
  • Keep copies of every document you sign. This will be especially important for contested rental deposits, damaged merchandise, insurance claims, extended warranties, etc.
  • Take along a "wingman" if you're making an important decision like renting an apartment or buying a car to help ask questions and protect your interests.
  • Be wary of "free trial" offers. Read all terms and conditions and pay particular attention to pre-checked boxes in online offers.

Bottom line: Contracts protect both parties. Just make sure you fully understand all details before signing on the dotted line.

07 Jul 2014

PHILLIPS WALK-OFF SLAM CAPS DOUBLEHEADER SWEEP FOR BANDITS

By Scott Kornberg

Lee fires six shutout innings in game one as Quad Cities takes series from Wisconsin

DAVENPORT, Iowa. (July 6, 2014) - Brett Phillips launched a walk-off grand slam to cap a doubleheader sweep of the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, as the Quad Cities River Bandits won 5-0 and then 6-4 to take two out of three in the series.

Wisconsin led 4-2 in the bottom of the seventh of game two with their starter Victor Diaz on the mound. Diaz yielded a leadoff single to Dayne Parker, got Thomas Lindauer to fly to center but then gave up a hit to James Ramsay, who finished 2-for-4, before being pulled for reliever Tyler Spurlin. Marc Wik singled to left to load the bases for Phillips, who smashed the first pitch he saw from Spurlin (3-1) over the right-center field wall to give the River Bandits (10-7 second half, 45-41 overall) the walk-off 6-4 victory.

Michael Feliz (5-2) earned the victory in relief of Quad Cities starter Jandel Gustave, who lasted only 3.1 frames. Gustave left with the bases loaded in a 3-1 game in the fourth, with two Timber Rattlers (9-8, 45-41) having already crossed the plate in the inning. But Feliz fanned Johnny Davis and got Omar Garcia to groundout to end the threat. The right-hander also struck out the side in the top of the seventh, setting up the scene for Phillips' walk-off dinger. Feliz allowed a run on two hits with a walk and six punchouts in 3.2 frames.

Chris Lee (4-5) rolled through the Wisconsin order in game one, scattering five hits with a walk and strikeout in his six frames for the win. Lee's walk of Jose Pena was his first in 14 2/3 innings, the best of any River Bandits pitcher this season. The Timber Rattlers had one runner reach third base all game against Lee.

Chase McDonald led off the second inning of a scoreless game one by reaching on an error by Timber Rattlers shortstop Steven Halcomb. Wisconsin starter Anthony Banda got Ronnie Mitchell to fly to center field but then Brett Booth singled to put runners on first and second with one out. After Brian Holberton struck out, Thomas Lindauer cracked a three-run home run onto the berm in left field to put the burst open a scoreless contest.

More shoddy defense helped Quad Cities add to their lead in the fourth. Banda, who fanned a season-high 10, struck out both Jose Fernandez and Phillips to start the frame before McDonald singled to left. With two outs, Mitchell lined a ball to shallow center. Wisconsin center fielder Johnny Davis tried to make a diving catch, but had the ball scoot by him and roll all the way to the wall, allowing McDonald to score from first and Mitchell to end up at third with his first triple of the season.

Banda (4-6) surrendered five runs, just two earned, on six hits with two walks in his five innings to take the loss.

Quad Cities will start a three-game series Tuesday with Edison Frias (5-3, 5.36 ERA) on the mound against the Kane County Cougars from Modern Woodmen Park.

07 Jul 2014

I-74 Lane Closures

By QCCVB

Weather permitting, there will be intermittent lane closures in both directions on the Interstate 74 bridge from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Tuesday, July 8.

The rain date for this work will b Wednesday, July 9.

07 Jul 2014

Governor Quinn Statement on the Passing of U.S. Senator Alan Dixon

By Katie Hickey

CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn today issued the following statement on the passing of U.S. Senator Alan Dixon:

"Alan Dixon had a patriot's determination to do what was best for his state and nation.

"Alan Dixon served with distinction in both houses of the Illinois General Assembly, two statewide elected offices, and as our United States Senator.

"He was a statesman, but he was also a warm and friendly soul who never met a stranger.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with Senator Dixon's family, friends and people whose lives he touched. He will be missed."

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07 Jul 2014

WHITE, GRILLS WIN ASTROS' JUNE HONORS

By Marco LaNave
             Third baseman wins first career monthly award, left-hander recognized for second time in four years
DAVENPORT, Iowa (July 5, 2014) - Third baseman Tyler White is the Quad Cities River Bandits Player of the Month for June, and left-handed pitcher Evan Grills is the team's Pitcher of the Month, the Houston Astros announced on Thursday.
The Houston Astros Player Development Department named a Pitcher and Player of the Month at each of their four full-season affiliates and two Dominican Summer League affiliates. These awards are chosen every month by the field staff of each team. Former River Bandits infielder Conrad Gregor and right-handed pitcher Juan Minaya took home the honors at Class-A Advanced Lancaster.
White, Houston's 33rd-round pick in the 2013 First-Year Player Draft, hit .324 in 22 June games. He led Quad Cities with 10 extra-base hits, five home runs, 14 RBIs, 10 walks, a .632 slugging percentage and a 1.079 on-base plus slugging (OPS). The 23-year-old Mooresboro, N.C., native had a pair of two-homer games against Wisconsin in June, going deep twice at Wisconsin June 2 and at home June 15. Through Friday, White led the team with 39 RBIs and was seventh in the Midwest League with an .403 on-base percentage and .880 OPS.
Grills, Houston's 10th-round pick in the 2010 First-Year Player Draft, won his second monthly pitching honor and first since he was the August 2011 Pitcher of the Month with the rookie-level Gulf Coast League Astros. The 22-year-old Whitby, Ontario, Canada native had a June ERA of 0.95. In four appearances, including two starts, Grills had the team's first complete game of the season in Game 2 of a June 20 home doubleheader against Peoria, and he earned his first career save June 27 at Peoria. In 19 June innings, Grills struck out 17 batters while walking only two. Grills was promoted to Class-A Advanced Lancaster Friday, but he pitched a team-high 76 2/3 innings and had a 2.70 ERA that ranked fifth in the Midwest League and fourth among Houston Astros full-season minor league pitchers.
Below is a list of the Players and Pitchers of the Month this season for Quad Cities:
Month    Player                   Pitcher
April       Brett Phillips        Gonzalo Sanudo
May        Brian Holberton  Jandel Gustave
June        Tyler White         Evan Grills
07 Jul 2014

Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Increase Boating Safety

By Andrew Mason

New Laws will Improve Safety and Education in Illinois' Waterways

CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn today signed legislation to help improve safety on Illinois' waterways. The three new laws expand boating safety education, improve safety and awareness of water skiers and tubers and increase penalties for those who operate watercraft under the influence. Today's bill signings, which took place at Chicago's 31st Street Harbor, are part of Governor Quinn's agenda to make outdoor recreation safe and enjoyable for everyone.

"Over this Fourth of July weekend, it's important that all residents stay safe while celebrating, especially out on Illinois' waterways," Governor Quinn said. "While boating is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, everyone has to take precautions and follow the rules to keep drivers and passengers out of harm's way. These new laws will help make Illinois' lakes and rivers safer and more enjoyable for all."

State Senator Julie Morrison (D-Deerfield) and State Representative Kelly Burke (D-Evergreen Park) sponsored all three pieces of legislation. All three news laws are effective Jan. 1, 2015.

Senate Bill 3434 allows for the seizure of a watercraft used in the commission of certain offenses related to operating under the influence. The new rules bring penalties for boating under the influence more in line with those for operating a motor vehicle while impaired by drugs or alcohol.

"When people continue to drink and drive after they've been convicted of crimes relating to DUIs, sheriffs can seize their cars," Senator Morrison said. "Boats are every bit as dangerous as cars, and boat operators should be held to the same standard as drivers."

Senate Bill 3433 requires all persons born after Jan. 1, 1998 to take and pass a boating safety course validated by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and hold a valid boating safety certificate before they can operate a motorboat with an engine over 10 horsepower.

"I have learned of many tragic losses of life due to boating accidents which could have been avoided with better education for our boaters," Representative Burke said. "Boating is a great recreational activity which I hope more people will participate in, but there are risks to everyone involved, novice and experts alike. This new law will ensure all boaters have as much experience and education as possible when enjoying themselves on our state's waterways."

Governor Quinn also signed Senate Bill 2731, which mandates that the operator of any watercraft that is towing a person, such as a water skier or tuber, must display a bright orange flag measuring not less than 12 inches per side. The flag must be displayed from the time the person to be towed leaves the boat until that person returns to the boat at the conclusion of the activity.

So far in 2014, there have been 16 reported boating fatalities on Illinois waterways. Increased boating safety education and responsible boating practices may have prevented many of these fatalities.

Governor Quinn has long been a supporter of the safe enjoyment of the Illinois outdoors. Last year he signed legislation strengthening the state's Boat Registration and Safety Act to increase boating safety. Further, he signed legislation cracking down on those who boat while under the influence of alcohol by requiring a chemical test for drugs or alcohol where an injury is involved and imposing stiffer penalties.

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07 Jul 2014

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements - 07/04/2014

By LeClaire Chamber

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

Freedom Rock of Scott County - LeClaire The Freedom Rock is now placed on the LeClaire Levee! Please go to https.//www.facebook.com/FreedomRockTourScottCountyIowa/ or http://www.thefreedomrock.com/ for more information about Freedom Rock, or to find how you can purchase an enduring memorial or donate to and help support this great honor.

Andrew Arndt - Mutual of Omaha Financial Advisor 4933 Utica Ridge Rd., Davenport, IA 52807.  www.mutualofomaha.com/agent/andrewarndt Andrew.arndt@mutualofomaha.com 563-359-5800 ext. 224

CALENDAR

 

July 4th - First Friday in LeClaire! 5-8 p.m. LeClaire is open on the 4th of July!

129 will be open until midnight

Antique Archaeology open until 6pm.

Artswork open until 7pm.

Aunt Hattie's is serving red velvet cupcakes and patriotic Jello shots; open late.

Bierstube kitchen open until midnight; bar open until 2am. Karaoke from 9pm-1am.

Big Dave & Holly's open until 9pm.

Blue Iguana open until 10pm.

Buffalo Bill Museum: 9am-5pm; FREE admission for active military personnel

Crane & Pelican Café open until 9pm.

Dwellings is open until 6pm.

Faithful Pilot Café: Open at noon! (Limited menu)

Grasshopper's open until 7pm.

Kernel Cody's Popcorn Shoppe open until 8pm.

Mississippi River Distilling Company 5:30-8pm. Free cocktail glass with spirit purchase,

summer food and cocktail samples, and get your Big Peach Liqueur! www.mrdistilling.com

Razzleberries open until 7pm. Free booze cake while it lasts and ukulele give-away drawing at 6pm.

Urban Classic Home open until 7pm.

Riverview Roadhouse open until 2am.

Wide River Winery open until 8pm with live music by Tony Hoeppner and Friends in the courtyard from 5-8pm. Enjoy a bottle of award-winning wine and music with friends! www.wideriverwinery.com

Restaurants will be ready to serve you and many other shops will be open late!

 

July 5th - No Farmers' Market on the Levee due to high water!

 

July 5th- Bierstube - Live Music Sharon Drive 9pm-1am

 

July 8th - Chamber Networking Lunch - Big Dave and Holly's - noon - Everyone Welcome!

 

July 9th - Grief Counselling, First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire in cooperation with Genesis Hospital. No cost. Dessert, coffee and cool beverages will be provided. 6:30 p.m.

 

July 11th- Wide River Winery - Live Music - Ryan Burchett, 5-8pm.

 

July 11th - Steventon's - Live Entertainment on the Patio 6pm-9pm by QC Local, Lewis Knudsen

 

July 18th - Wide River Winery - Live Music - Pieces of Candy - 5-8 p.m.

 

July 18th - Steventon's - Live Entertainment on the Patio 6pm-9pm by QC Local Molly Conrad

 

July 19th - Bierstube - Live Music The Fry Daddies 8pm-12am

 

July 21st - Economic Development Meeting LeClaire City Hall - 8 a.m.

 

July 25th-26th - Expressions In Threads 3rd Annual Fabriganza The Leclaire Civic Center.  Pre-sale party on Thursday, July 24th from 6 to 9pm.  Munchies and beverages provided with proceeds going to SERVHAITI.  $20 Please call for reservations. 563-289-1447

 

July 25th - Wide River Winery - Live Music Jordan Danielson - 5-8 p.m.

 

July 26th - Go Fish Marina Bar and Grill - Beach Party and Luau! Starts at 3 p.m. Hula Hoop Contest, Water Balloon Toss, Bikini Contest and much more! Prizes! Adults only after 3 p.m. Live Music by Crazy Blue 8-midnight. Smoked Ribs and Jambalya!

 

July 27th - The Faithful Pilot Café Wine Tasting, 3-5pm. $15 for 15 wines. All wines are "Made in the USA".

 

July 28th - Vino Vaso at The Faithful Pilot Café. A glass to paint and a glass to drink. $40 per person includes, wine glass, small bites, a glass of wine, and all the painting you can do. Begins at 6pm; reservations can be made at Vino Vaso's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/vinovaso

 

SAVE THE DATE

 

August 1st - First Friday in LeClaire! 5-8p.m.

 

August 7th-9th - TugFest!
August 10th - LeClaire Community Night, Modern Woodman Ball Park. Game time 5:00pm, River Bandits/Beloit Snappers. Mayor Bob Scannell will throw first pitch! A night to celebrate businesses and folks of Leclaire. Awards or special on-field recognition can be done followed by short video on mega-tron highlighting special places and faces in LeClaire filmed the week before. Businesses or groups interested in participating may contact Amanda Henzen, Account Executive and Director of Merchandise 563.333.2729 amandah@riverbandits.com

 

FYI

 

Go Fish Marina Bar and Grill, Princeton - Live Music Cody Road Unplugged. Wednesdays 6-9pm (no music Wednesday June 25 due to a scheduling conflict)

Kiddie Karrasel Academy has good news! We can accept up to 20 four year olds for the Statewide voluntary preK program for this fall at no additional charge to parents. Children must be four by Sept. 15. Please visit our website for more information. www.kiddiekarraselacademy.com or https://www.facebook.com/KiddieKarraselAcademy

Bierstube - Koobys Karaoke every Friday Night - 9PM-1AM

Riverbend Signworks is running a special on design work for mesh banners  (Design work is 50% off for all mesh banners) These banners are a great way to create impactful graphics that are large and effective (we just completed an 80 foot long banner at Modern Woodmen Park  -   http://riverbendsignworks.com/products-riverbend-signworks-produces/banner-stands-retractable-and-standard/ )

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Men's group Saturday at 7:30 am at church; there are donuts, coffee, discussion and Bible Study, plus really great guys! What more could you ask?

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Look for us at TugFest! We have a new menu!  And, check out our website:  fpcleclaire.org

The LeClaire Community Library has a LOT going on! Contact LeClaire Community Library, 323 Wisconsin Street, LeClaire, IA 52753, (563)289-6002 or visit http://www.leclaire.lib.ia.us for more information!

LeClaire Information Center Volunteers Needed! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer.

Visit the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see us on Facebook!

If you would like to attend a Chamber Board Meeting in order to present a topic, please contact the Board in advance at LeClaireChamber@gmail.com in order to be included an upcoming agenda. Board Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month.

 

PROPERTY LISTINGS

Commercial Property Available - Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. Please call: Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct: 563-823-5272

Commercial Space for Sale or Lease/Purchase - 204 Jones St. - Call 563-370-2386 for more information. Will show by appointment. Commercially zoned only.

Park Run Apartments/Newbury Living complex - 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available - 1701 Iowa Drive, LeClaire, Iowa 52753. 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159 more information today!

Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? Please contact the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, leclairechamber@gmail.com, with a property description, complete contact information including phone numbers and rental or purchase pricing.

LeClaire Events Coming Up!

May-Oct - Farmer's Market - Every Saturday, 3-6 p.m. on the LeClaire Levee

August 2 - 27th Annual Heartland British Auto Fest

August 7-9 - Tug Fest

October 5th - Bierstube - Dogtoberfest

October 12- Apple Fest

December 5-7 - Christmas in LeClaire

 

Chamber Networking Events - Everyone Welcome!

July 8th - Big Dave and Holly's - lunch - noon

August 12th - McDonald's - breakfast 8:00am

September 9th - Steventon's - evening 5:30 -7pm

October 14th - Faithful Pilot - lunch- noon

November 11th - Bier Stube - lunch - noon

December 9th - Subway - lunch - noon

07 Jul 2014

Governor Quinn Takes Bill Action **Thursday, July 3, 2014**

By William Palmisano

CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn today took action on the following bill:

 

Bill No.: SB 2747

An Act Concerning: Education

Creates the School Security and Standards Task Force within the Illinois State Board of Education.

Action: Signed

Effective: Immediately

 

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07 Jul 2014

RIVER BANDITS HOMESTAND HIGHLIGHTS JULY 4-10 AND GAME PARKING INFORMATION

By Marco LaNave

Fourth of July Fireworks, Nolan Ryan bobblehead, Tote Bag giveaway, Rascal's Birthday & more

DAVENPORT, Iowa. (July 3, 2014) - The Quad Cities River Bandits, Class-A affiliate of the Houston Astros, battle the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, Class0A affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers, in a three-game series from Friday, July 4, through Sunday, July 6, before hosting the Kane County Cougars, Class-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs, at Modern Woodmen Park from Tuesday, July 8m through Thursday, July 10. Tickets are still available on riverbandits.com or by calling the box office at (563) 324-3000.

 

Due to flood waters around Modern Woodmen Park, a pedestrian bridge will allow access to the ballpark.

 

Parking under the Centennial Bridge and in the Florian Keen Parking Lot adjacent to the ballpark will be unavailable due to flooding.

 

Fans may use public parking in downtown Davenport.

 

Parking is Free at the following locations:

Davenport City Lot at West 5th St. & Brady St.

Davenport City Lot at West 5th St. & Main St.

Scott County Courthouse Lots:

- 5th St. & Ripley St.

- 5th St. & Western Ave.

- Lot between Western & Gaines

- Lot between Scott & Western

Community Healthcare Parking Lot

German American Heritage Center Parking Lot

 

Parking is available in the following Pay Garages ($5 special event parking price):

Redstone Ramp

Harrison Ramp

River Center Ramp

 

*Two golf carts will be in use to assist fans who need a ride to and from the parking lots and walking bridge.

 

Below are the highlights of promotions and events for the homestand.

 

Friday, July 4, 7:00 p.m. (Gates open at 5:30 p.m.) Sponsors: Smart Toyota of the Quad Cities, WQAD, & WLLR
- Fourth of July Fireworks Show presented by Smart Toyota of the Quad Cities, WQAD & WLLR - The River Bandits will offer all fans an expanded and free postgame fireworks show on the Fourth of July

- Half-price Ferris wheel rides, $2 beer and soda, $1 peanuts and popcorn - To celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend, the River Bandits will offer discounts on Ferris wheel rides and concessions Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

 

Saturday, July 5, 6:00 p.m. (Gates open at 3:30 p.m.) Sponsors: 101.3 KISS-FM, Mediacom & the Dispatch-Argus 

- Nolan Ryan Bobblehead Giveaway presented by Mediacom & the Dispatch-Argus - The first 1,500 fans will receive a bobblehead of Nolan Ryan, the Hall-of-Fame pitcher who won 324 games in his 27-year career with a major league-record 5,714 strikeouts. 

- Battle of the Badges Softball Game - The Davenport Police & Fire Departments will face the Rock Island Police & Fire Departments in a softball game from 3:45 - 5:00 p.m. The event will raise money for the Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City.

- Fan Appreciation Saturday presented by 103.1 KISS-FM - There will be tables for a balloon artist and face painter on the concourse.

- Half-price Ferris wheel rides, $2 beer and soda, $1 peanuts and popcorn - To celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend, the River Bandits will offer discounts on Ferris wheel rides and concessions Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

 

Sunday, July 6, 5:00 p.m. (Gates open at 3:30 p.m.) Sponsors: Hy-Vee, KWQC & B100 

- Hy-Vee Tote Bag Giveaway - The first 1,000 fans will receive a Hy-Vee tote bag.

- Halloween Night - All fans who dress up in costume will receive $1 off their ticket price. There will be a pregame costume parade, trick-or-treating around the ballpark and a costume contest in which the winner will take home a prize. 

- Family Sunday presented by KWQC & B100 - The River Bandits will be on the field 4:15-4:30 p.m. for autographs. Following the game, Kids Run the Bases. Fans can also bring their dogs for Bark in the Park.

- Half-price Ferris wheel rides, $2 beer and soda, $1 peanuts and popcorn - To celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend, the River Bandits will offer discounts on Ferris wheel rides and concessions Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

 

Tuesday, July 8, 7:00 p.m. (Gates 5:30 p.m.) Sponsors: Pepsi, WOC & Q-106.5

- Disco Night - Step back in time with '70s pricing on food and beer. Fans will be able to purchase $2 beer, $3 premium and $1 hot dogs, nachos, popcorn and peanuts.

- Buy-One-Get-One Free Tickets - All regular individual tickets are buy-one-get-one free on Tuesdays the rest of the regular season.

- Kids Eat Free - Kids 12 and under receive a voucher for a free meal at the ballpark.

- Dew for Twosday - Fans can bring in old Mountain Dew cans and exchange them for a voucher for a free 16-ounce Mountain Dew.

 

Wednesday, July 9, 7:00 p.m. (Gates 5:30 p.m.) Sponsors: U.S. Bank, Mix 96  

- Pay Your Bill Wednesday presented by U.S. Bank & Mix 96 - Fans can bring copies of their unpaid bills to Modern Woodmen Park and enter them in a drawing to be paid up to $100 by the River Bandits. The team will randomly select two to be paid.

- Rascal's Birthday Bash - Other mascots from the region will join Rascal in a pregame celebration on his birthday.

- Jimmy Buffett Night - Fans will be able to enjoy special margarita specials, as well as Jimmy Buffett player headshots and music throughout the game.

 

Thursday, July 10, 7:00 p.m. (Gates 5:30 p.m.) Sponsors: Modern Woodmen Bank, Rock 104-9 and River Cities' Reader 

- Thirst-day Thursday presented by Rock 104-9 and River Cities' Reader - Fans can enjoy $2 drink specials throughout the game.

- Buy One-Get One presented by IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union - All Thursday tickets for IHMVCU members are buy-one, get-one free. Fans must show membership at the box office to receive the ticket special.

 

UP NEXT: The River Bandits return home for the Fourth of July weekend, beginning with a 7 p.m. game Friday, July 4, to be followed by Fourth of July Fireworks presented by Smart Toyota of the Quad Cities, WLLR and WQAD. Game tickets are available at www.riverbandits.com. To order any of the River Bandits 2014 ticket plans - with new lower prices - call the River Bandits box office at 563-324-3000. Season ticket and mini-plan packages start at just seven games and begin at less than $40. Call a River Bandits account representative today to choose your seats and get the details of our various mini-plan packages.

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