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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In March 2024, the Dubuque St. Vincent de Paul Society launched its Back2Work program to help over 50 people find jobs by offering a free 6-day course on job training and life skills. One participant, who was homeless less than a year ago, now earns enough to pay for his own apartment—showing the program's impact. KCRG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dubuque's Zazou’s Bridal works to ease rising wedding dress prices caused by international tariffs—by stocking hundreds of off-the-rack gowns that brides can take home the same day to avoid extra fees. Owner Jodi Stricker said orders placed before the surcharges took effect will not change in cost as vendors absorb the added charges. KWWL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 10, Dubuque Police responded to a reported threat at Hempstead High School and began investigating while coordinating with school staff to boost security during dismissal—initial findings suggest the threat was not credible, though the investigation remains active. WJOD
- ➤ Dubuque man Datreon Adams fired his gun in a neighborhood in April 2024 and pleaded guilty as a felon—he was sentenced to three years in federal prison with an additional two years of supervised release. Radio Dubuque
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Dubuque Community School Board awarded renovation contracts for two elementary schools in a special meeting earlier this week. Conlon Construction will upgrade Irving Elementary’s boiler system and add air conditioning starting this summer with a bid of $6,080,000, and TriCon Construction Group will add a gym, classrooms, kitchen and secure entrance at Eisenhower Elementary before school ends—both projects will finish by August 2026. Radio Dubuque
SHOP NEWS
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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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Turn To Stone - ELO Tribute
7-8:30 p.m. — Five Flags Center — Experience the nostalgia with the unforgettable hits of Electric Light Orchestra!
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