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Tuesday, April 7th, 2026

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

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Fern & Folio opened its grand opening weekend in Cascade and quickly drew locals for fresh pour-over coffee, breakfast, and lunch from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; the café will host Art Club night and a book signing soon.  WJOD

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Iowa state troopers clarified that dash screens do not count as handheld devices under the hands-free law — enforced since Jan. 1 — amid increased efforts to curb distracted driving. Trooper Seth Bean said built-in systems like Apple CarPlay are allowed to help local drivers stay focused on the road.  KCRG

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Clarke College baseball team’s bus was delayed yesterday when a turkey hit its windshield along Highway 151 while the team headed to a game in Canton (all passengers safely transferred to a replacement bus).  KCRG

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Dubuque Artifact Show

    8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Dubuque County Fairgrounds & Event Center — Admission details not specified — Discover fascinating artifacts and connect with local history enthusiasts.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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  • Financial Literacy 101 — She Unites

    6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Innovation Lab — Free entry — Learn about the essentials of achieving financial freedom through savings, assets, and wealth transfer.

    Wed, 4/15/26

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  • Everything Old is New Again

    7-11:59 p.m. — Steeple Square — $50 — Experience timeless big band sounds and delicious desserts on an elegant evening in Dubuque.

    Sat, 5/2/26

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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