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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa lawmakers are shifting to draft the state budget, review school funding and update property tax rules while monitoring tariffs on U.S. imports that could hurt local agriculture and raise costs. They say a $6B cushion helps absorb trade shocks — discussions in both legislative chambers continue. The Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Consumer Reports study tested 36 ground cinnamon products and found 12 with lead levels above 1 part per million — some reaching up to three times that level. The study did not confirm if these products are on Iowa shelves, so consumers should choose brands with lower lead content. WJOD
- ➤ Leaders with UnityPoint Health and Grand River Medical Group say integration will be finalized in about one month – effective May 4th, employees and clinics will join UnityPoint Clinic, and patients will notice only new signs on the buildings as their care remains unchanged. Radio Dubuque
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Basketball player Tavion Banks, the MVC Sixth Man of the Year, signed with Iowa on Friday evening—he averaged 10.1 points and 5.1 rebounds at Drake and played a key role in their tournament run. He follows coach Ben McCollum from Drake and will join teammate Bennett Stirtz on the Hawkeyes. The Gazette
- ➤ Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski said his recovery is ahead of schedule after shoulder surgery — he follows strict physical therapy and training to be ready for next fall. He stated he could have played through the injury but chose surgery as the best option for his future. The Gazette
- ➤ The 2025 Iowa high school girls’ golf season has begun and The Gazette highlighted top local players and teams to watch this spring. The feature names standout golfers from Linn-Mar and C.R. Washington—along with teams such as C.R. Washington, Highland, Oelwein, Solon, Western Dubuque and Williamsburg—poised for strong competition. The Gazette
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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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Cupping with Silicone Cups Workshop
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Zeal Salon Spa & Academy — Registration required — Enhance your massage practice with effective silicone cupping techniques for pain relief and improved mobility.
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RaeLynn Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Casino — Cheap tickets available — Experience RaeLynn's electrifying performance in an intimate setting.
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Vintage Torque Fest 2025
May 2-3 — Dubuque County Fairgrounds & Event Center — Tickets required for entry — Celebrate vintage lifestyle with classic cars, live music, and good food, all for a great cause.
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Dubuque Dances with the Stars 2025
6-10 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Tickets required — Experience a dazzling evening of dance showcasing local talent for a good cause.
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Swan Lake Ballet Performance
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Heritage Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless beauty of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake performed by the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra and Heartland Ballet.
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