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Tuesday, March 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Cuba City woman was injured when she crashed her motorcycle in downtown Dubuque on Friday afternoon (around 1:15 p.m. at the intersection of Elm Street and 16th Street) after running a red light to avoid a collision, and she was taken to Finley Hospital while police cited her for failing to provide proof of financial liability, operating without a registration card, lacking a valid driver’s license, and not stopping at a red light (citation details noted). Radio Dubuque
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 21-year-old Dubuque man Elias Croft was arrested after allegedly striking and dragging a man near Wendy's on 16th Street around 8:00 p.m. Friday and now faces charges of assault while displaying a weapon, a second offense OWI, and third degree harassment (he is in Dubuque County Jail on a $20,000 bond). Radio Dubuque
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa lawmakers must pass a bill in both the Senate and House before any new state symbol is made official, and proposals for a state horse, fish or butterfly have moved through subcommittees but faced hesitancy in the House—efforts that continue to honor the state’s heritage. Sen. Annette Sweeney has supported the American cream draft horse while Rep. Beth Wessel-Kroeschell and Nathan Brockman back making the regal fritillary the official state butterfly. The Gazette
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ben McCollum, who had a 31-4 season at Drake and won over 80% of his games in 15 years, will be the new Iowa men’s basketball coach after Fran McCaffery was fired on March 14—he was born in Iowa City and grew up in Storm Lake. The Gazette
- ➤ Gary Dolphin’s Bar in Dubuque is buzzing as the popular local spot cheers on the women’s basketball team in the second round of March Madness against Oklahoma. Dolphin said the team must play smart—keeping star Hannah Stuelke on the court to counter Oklahoma’s strong inside players as they seek to advance. KWWL
- ➤ Former coach Craig Doty, who coached against Ben McCollum in Division II, praised McCollum for his skill in building strong defenses and developing top point guards as he takes charge as Iowa’s new men's basketball coach. Doty said McCollum’s careful scheduling and in-game tactics helped his teams win national championships. The Gazette
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Dirty Dancing: A Concert Experience
Experience the romance of the classic film 'Dirty Dancing' brought to life in a concert format by Lionsgate and GEA Live.
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Bands & Bites Music Festival
Bands & Bites features live music from headliners The Love Monkeys and local acts like Ratchet Jaw and Brushfire Bandits at the Five Flags Center.
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Friends of Dubuque County Conservation Pancake Breakfast
8-11 a.m. — Swiss Valley Nature Center — Free for members, $6/adult, $4/youth ages 4-10 — Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with locally tapped maple syrup.
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Bluff Strokes Plein Air Paint Out Artist Registration
11:40 p.m. — Bluff Strokes Art Center — Nonrefundable fees apply — Apply for one of the 48 spots in a juried plein air painting contest in Dubuque.
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Jabber Box Concert
8-11 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Check for ticket prices — Experience the tri-state area's hottest alternative rock band known for their high-energy performances.
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Hardwired: A Tribute to Metallica
8-11 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Ticket info not provided — Rock out to the premier Metallica tribute band bringing their iconic sound to Dubuque.
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ADHD, Autism and Sensory Workshop for Parents
6:15-7:30 p.m. — Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom — Free tickets required — Discover practical support for parents navigating ADHD, autism, and sensory issues in children.
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Dubuque's Largest Flea Market and Garage Sale
8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Tri-State Independent Blind — Free admission — Explore over 100 tables of treasures ranging from crafts to collectibles.
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St Catherine Chicken & Ham Dinner
11 AM – 3 PM — Happy's Place — $15 adults, $5 kids — Enjoy a delicious chicken dinner with sides, games and a bake sale in Dubuque.
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Sesame Street Live! in Dubuque
6-7:30 p.m. — Five Flags Center — Tickets required — Elmo and his friends bring music and fun to the stage in an engaging live performance.
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