Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
Good morning, Dubuque.
📰 Economy
In 2022, Social Security transfers in Jackson County provided an average of $4,715 per resident, making up 8.5% of their income and totaling $91.11 million in aid.
The program was the largest government transfer source, with Medicare & Medicaid following as the next biggest aid programs.
🎓 Education
During the 2023 to 2024 school year, Dubuque County schools enrolled 10,018 white students out of 12,797 total, making up 78.3% of enrollment and marking a 1.8% drop from the previous year.
Hempstead High School — with 1,189 white students — led the county's white enrollment.
Monday evening, the Dubuque Community School Board met at the Forum on Chaney Road to consider a petition for a $70 million bond to fund a new middle school at Washington Middle School.
If voters approve the measure in November, the bond + an extra $51.9 million in borrowing will fund the project's total cost of $121.9 million + raise property taxes by about $1 per $1,000 of taxable value.
🏛️ Government
Dubuque County Sheriff Joe Kennedy said his office did not have enough staff to join the 287(g) ICE Task Force program because federal duties would pull deputies away from local emergencies.
He noted that while local officials approved funding for one extra employee, joining the program could label the county as a sanctuary jurisdiction—threatening public safety.
🏈 Sports
At Bunker Hill Golf Course in Dubuque, C.R.
Washington finished second in the divisional round but won the Mississippi Valley Conference Valley Division team title. Warriors senior Jane Petersen tied for Athlete of the Year honors with Cedar Falls’ Molly Ratchford & earned her first top recognition this season.
🎉 Dubuque Events
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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.
Chicago Live Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Five Flags Center — Tickets on sale January 17th — Rock out to the legendary hits of Chicago during their 58th touring season.
🏠 Dubuque Real Estate
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