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Friday, February 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.

CRIME NEWS

  • A Hiawatha man was convicted of human trafficking and related charges for sexually abusing and forcing a Dubuque teen into prostitution, now facing life without parole under Iowa's new law.  The Gazette
  • A Dubuque man, Timothy Gremmel, was sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to having an improvised explosive device.  Radio Dubuque
  • Darrell Moore, the former head football coach at Dubuque Senior High School, has had his theft-embezzlement trial date postponed to June 10th, after pleading not guilty to appropriating over $47,000 from the Dubuque Independent Football League.  Radio Dubuque

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Annual Snow Sculpting Festival makes its return to Dubuque, celebrating creativity and community engagement.  KWWL

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A vote scheduled for Thursday will determine whether Hoover Elementary in Dubuque will close.  KWWL

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • In Dubuque, Iowa, a holiday light recycling program has successfully diverted over 21,000 pounds of lights from landfills, highlighting the environmental benefits and the importance of recycling for local ecosystems.  WJOD

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Gazette released its final mock brackets for Iowa's Class 5A and 4A girls’ basketball regionals, outlining matchups based on rankings and geography before official pairings are announced.  The Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Dubuque's Largest Flea Market and Garage Sale

    This event features over 100 tables of various items, crafts, and more, offering free admission for attendees.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Weekly NA Meeting - Get Help with Drug Addiction

    This event is a regular Narcotics Anonymous meeting in Dubuque, Iowa, offering support for individuals struggling with drug addiction.

    Mon, 2/10/25

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  • Valentine’s Dueling Pianos Night

    A special Valentine's edition of Dueling Pianos featuring lively music to celebrate the romantic holiday.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • Dubuque Symphony Orchestra Presents Beethoven's 5th Symphony

    The Dubuque Symphony Orchestra will feature the world premiere of a Flute Concerto by Principal Flute Timothy Hagen, alongside Beethoven's iconic Fifth Symphony.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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  • John Fox Sports Memorabilia and Card Show

    The John Fox Sports Memorabilia and Card Show at Loras College features displays of valuable sports memorabilia and offers a platform for young card dealers aged 12-22.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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  • Iowa Raptor Project: Live Birds of Prey Presentation

    The event features a live presentation by the Iowa Raptor Project, allowing participants to learn about and observe several species of raptors up close, with discussions on conservation topics.

    Sun, 2/23/25

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  • Trivia - Opening Doors

    Gather your brightest minds for an out-of-this-world trivia showdown! Compete in 10 rounds of exciting questions across a galaxy of topics for stellar cash prizes and ultimate bragging rights.

    Thu, 2/27/25

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  • Trivia - Opening Doors

    Gather your brightest minds for an out-of-this-world trivia showdown! Compete in 10 rounds of exciting questions across a galaxy of topics for stellar cash prizes and ultimate bragging rights.

    Thu, 2/27/25

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  • Winter Bounce Festival at Five Flags Center

    The Winter Bounce is a three-day family-friendly event featuring a variety of activities hosted at the Five Flags Center in Dubuque.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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  • Steeple Square Euchre Gathering

    The Steeple Square Euchre Party features an afternoon of card games, food including barbeque pork sandwiches, and chances to win prizes, all in a welcoming community setting.

    Sun, 3/2/25

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  • Women Veterans Duckpin Bowling Event

    This event invites women veterans to participate in a Duckpin bowling activity as part of the Tri-state Women Warriors' March EmpowHERment Series.

    Tue, 3/4/25

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