Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
Good morning, Dubuque.
A benefit event was held Saturday from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hanover Fire Department—201 Fillmore Street—to support three Elizabeth Fire Protection District firefighters, First Assistant Chief Rob Pearce, firefighter Trent Breed and probationary firefighter Troy Vail, who were seriously injured in early April while fighting a grass fire in Jo Daviess County.
The TSA now bans portable chargers with lithium-ion batteries from checked bags and requires they be carried in the cabin — a rule aimed at reducing fire risks in cargo — which many travelers will need to follow when flying from Eastern Iowa Airport.
Iowa House Speaker Pat Grassley said he expected Gov. Reynolds to sign the new bill that regulates hazardous liquid pipelines and limits eminent domain after the Legislature passed it earlier this week.
Grassley is also considering a run for governor and will decide in the coming weeks—citing his family and farm concerns.
State lawmakers approved a $9.425 billion budget for the next fiscal year starting July 1, using reserve funds to cover a $917 million shortfall caused by lower revenues after tax cuts.
The plan increases allocations for education & healthcare & judicial services as it aims to keep taxes low and maintain fiscal discipline.
Two popular pizza farms in Eastern Iowa are serving up outdoor pizza nights this summer—Luna Valley Pizza Farm in Decorah requires reservations for select Friday and Saturday events through October, while Stone Wall Pizza in Wellman hosts walk-in pizza nights every Friday from May through September. Both farms offer a changing menu made with local ingredients and feature live music on certain dates.
Lunch & Learn: Gardening in Raised Beds
12:00 p.m. — Convivium Urban Farmstead — Free entry — Discover the joys of raised bed gardening with expert tips from Farm Manager AJ Shultz.
Virtual Tour of Trustwell Living
9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place — Free event — Explore a senior living community known for its exceptional care and dining options.
Johnnie Walker at Yardarm Riverfront Bar & Grill
1-5 p.m. — Yardarm Riverfront Bar & Grill — Enjoy great food, drinks, and live music with Johnnie Walker.
Dubuque's Largest Flea Market and Garage Sale
8 AM – 3 PM — Tri-State Independent Blind — Free admission — Explore over 100 tables filled with treasures and crafts all under one roof.
Ballet Des Moines Summer STEM Tour: See the Music
5-8 p.m. — Alliant Energy Amphitheater — Free entry — Explore the intersection of music, science, and dance with hands-on activities and performances.
Senior Living On-Site Tour
9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Accura HealthCare of Cascade — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living with exceptional dining and friendly staff.
The Glass Menagerie Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Five Flags Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless classic that launched Tennessee Williams to fame in this poignant exploration of family and dreams.
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