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Dubuque
Friday, March 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dubuque authorities arrested 41-year-old Austin Goodman on March 3 outside City Council Chambers in the Historic Federal Building with a loaded handgun when he planned to protest his interactions with local agencies—he now faces several charges, remains in jail on a $200,000 bond, and is set for trial on November 18 at Dubuque County District Court. Radio Dubuque
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local high school students Saanvi Ram from Hempstead and Nathan Schiesel from Wahlert Catholic were named top finalists by the Dubuque Area Youth Leadership Council and each received a $500 scholarship while they will represent Dubuque at the national Town Meetings on Tomorrow leadership conference in St Louis. Saanvi won the James E. McLead Insightful Award — and additional youth leaders will attend workshops at the University of Dubuque and Loras College to build their skills. WJOD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Construction work on gate L27 at O’Hare for Denver Air Connection flights is nearly complete, and airport officials said passengers from Dubuque Regional Airport will have direct access to Terminal 3 beginning this Sunday — eliminating the need for bus transport. This update promises a smoother travel experience for those flying into Chicago. Radio Dubuque
- ➤ After the Iowa Legislature passed a bill with a large margin, Gov. Reynolds is expected to sign it later—if she does, drivers will be banned from holding cell phones or other devices while driving. The new law will raise fines for violations and require officers to issue warnings until Jan. 1, 2026. The Gazette
- ➤ The Iowa Legislature passed a bill that bans handheld cellphone use while driving and sent it to Gov. Kim Reynolds for her signature — if signed, the law will take effect on July 1 with warnings issued then and fines starting at $100 from January 1. The law will allow hands-free use and increases fines if an incident causes injury or death. KCRG
- ➤ The City of Dubuque announced that regular weekly curbside collections for yard waste and food scraps will resume on Monday — residents can purchase single-use stickers at City Hall or local grocery and hardware stores and may get a City-issued tipper cart or annual decal by visiting City Hall, the city website or calling the utility billing office. Radio Dubuque
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Two new apartment complexes are under construction to bring affordable housing to Dubuque—developers plan to meet local demand. Construction is progressing steadily as officials monitor the project. KWWL
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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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Community Easter Egg Hunt
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Allison-Henderson Park — Free — Enjoy a delightful Easter Egg Hunt featuring golden egg giveaways and fun activities for kids.
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