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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City officials and police warn that traffic on July 3rd at A.Y. McDonald Park will be heavy because construction projects and lane closures force drivers to take major detours—visitors may face delays over 30 minutes after the fireworks. Officials advise arriving early and planning extra time to clear the area safely. WJOD
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Goose, a Main Street business, faces financial strain after neighbor FEH Design demanded it pay half the cost of a firewall project, which has risen from $22,000 to $38,000. Construction work is blocking the sidewalk and creating dust, and co-owner Noah Riley will raise the issue at the next city council meeting. KWWL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dubuque Police are investigating a Hempstead High School employee accused of possessing child sexual abuse material and computer-generated images of students (images created outside of school) after an alert from the Iowa Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force in April led to the suspect being placed on leave and schools reaching out to affected families. Radio Dubuque
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Iowa's Board of Regents received dozens of emails criticizing a proposed policy that would bar courses with diversity, equity, and inclusion and critical race theory content—prompting regents to review and change the plan before a final decision next month. The Gazette
- ➤ Saint Mark Youth Enrichment launched its annual campaign—Apples for Students: Fill the Bag—to help local students get the supplies they need for school this fall. The nonprofit will serve more than 3,600 students across 30 schools in Dubuque, East Dubuque and Western Dubuque with donations and volunteer support. Radio Dubuque
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Dubuque doctor from UnityPoint Clinic says that patients are suffering more severe asthma symptoms due to poor air quality from Canadian wildfire smoke — he advises those with respiratory issues to limit outdoor exposure, wear a mask, and use air purifiers indoors. KCRG
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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.
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YMCA Golf Classic
11 AM – 4 PM — Thunder Hills Country Club — Fundraising event — Support local scholarships while enjoying a round of golf.
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Cruisin' for a Cause Car Show
11 AM – 3 PM — Dubuque County Fairgrounds & Event Center — Donations welcome — Enjoy a showcase of classic cars while supporting cancer patients through the Avery Foundation.
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Recess: Bike Ride on Heritage Trail
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Heritage Pond / Heritage Trail — Free entry — Pedal along a scenic trail and connect with fellow women in a supportive environment.
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Puppy Pals Live
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Five Flags Center — Family-friendly show — Enjoy a hilarious stunt dog show featuring rescued dogs.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Daily — Clarke University — Cost varies — Enhance your shooting and ball handling skills through intensive training and expert coaching.
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Women’s Group Monthly Luncheon
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The Vault Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge — Free entry — Monthly gathering for food and fellowship supporting local missions.
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Maurice Benard Live
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — $ — Celebrate over 30 years of Maurice Benard as Sonny Corinthos with an engaging live event.
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