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Dubuque
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Candle Ready Cakes in Dubuque is collecting tampons, pads, and wipes until Jan. 17 to help the Red Basket Project distribute free hygiene kits to those in need. Donors can receive a free cupcake, cake pop, or cake ball with their donation. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Between 2024 and 2025, 7,616 Dubuque County residents received SNAP benefits—up 2.6% from 7,420 in 2024—and the county ranked fourth statewide while the program provided about $6.3 million in total benefits. Dubuque Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Dubuque can kick off the new year with a home decluttering guide that urges them to toss out old toys, holiday decorations, outdated clothes, expired pantry items and unnecessary papers (to create space and start fresh). WJOD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dubuque will host over 250 Special Olympic athletes as the 38th Winter Games begin next week. The opening ceremony takes place Monday at 6 p.m. at the Grand River Center with events including alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, and more running through Tuesday. Radio Dubuque
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Middle School Art Adventure
10 AM – 12 PM — Bluff Strokes Art Center — $30 — Explore fundamental art skills and creative fun with Miss Jess.
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Blue Ribbon Banquet
8 p.m. — Dubuque County Fairgrounds & Event Center — $20 for comedy show or $60 for meal — A black and white themed fundraiser featuring a delicious meal and entertaining comedy show.
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Steeple Square Pancake Breakfast
9 a.m. – Noon — Steeple Square — $10 Adults, $6 Children under 10 — Enjoy delicious pancakes prepared by NICC culinary students alongside a yogurt bar and drinks.
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Aligning with Core Values Luncheon
5:30-7 p.m. — Holiday Inn — Cost varies — Explore your core values for a more intentional year ahead.
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Movement and Flexibility For Seniors: Beginner Yoga Series
11:00 a.m. — The Well Yoga Dubuque — $99 for the full series — Embrace your yoga journey in a gentle, supportive atmosphere designed for seniors.
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Buddy Holly Dance Night
7-11 p.m. — Dubuque County Fairgrounds & Event Center — $7 — Enjoy a fun-filled evening with exciting contests and great prizes including jewelry and overnight stays.
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Souper Bowl Sunday
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Convivium Urban Farmstead — $45 per person — Savor soup from local restaurants in a handmade bowl while supporting food security in Dubuque.
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