Friday, June 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Seafood lovers in Dubuque will soon enjoy Cajun-inspired seafood boils as Laughing Crab takes over the former Carlos O’Kelly’s location at 1355 Associates Drive. Renovations are underway to transform the space into a new restaurant—part of a regional expansion—while details on its opening remain pending. WJOD
- ➤ Anthony Williams, the new CEO and president of the Dubuque Racing Association and Q Casino+Resort, visited Radio Dubuque Studios this week and will officially take charge on July 1. He brings experience from MGM and will lead Key Hotel+amphitheater projects on Schmitt Island with the hotel scheduled to open in December. Radio Dubuque
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Taylor Lange, a 32-year-old Dubuque man, pleaded guilty to assaulting an older individual outside a local residence in August 2022 and injuring a woman in a domestic assault in October 2022—he was sentenced to two years and two months in jail. Radio Dubuque
- ➤ Eastern Iowa man Cody Kinzie Dittmar, 34, was convicted on Wednesday in Cedar Rapids for selling heroin and fentanyl that caused a couple in Marion to die from an overdose — he now faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 20 years — after a three-day trial. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dubuque Regional Airport and TSA will host a TSA Pre-Check event from July 22nd to July 25th with walk-in appointments available — however, making an appointment soon is recommended as times fill up fast. Travelers enrolled in TSA Pre-Check can use a quicker security screening at over 200 airports. Radio Dubuque
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A recalled pasta meal sold at Walmart & Kroger was linked to a deadly Listeria outbreak that infected 17 people in 13 states and resulted in 3 deaths, including a case of fetal loss. Officials advise anyone who bought the product before June 17 to discard it and seek medical care if symptoms develop. WJOD
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Carson Nolan fouled off three pitches then hit a three-run triple in the top of the seventh that rallied Benton Community to a 4-3 win over Mount Vernon on Thursday night at Ash Park Field — it was the Bobcats’ first comeback win this season. Coach Seth Patterson said the win gave the team valuable experience in close games. The Gazette
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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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CCC 2025 Dubuque Puzzle Palooza
5:30-10 p.m. — Backpocket Dubuque — Registration required — Compete with your team for puzzles and enjoy food, drinks, and raffles for a good cause.
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Live Animals with Dubuque County Conservation
6-7 p.m. — Dubuque County Library - Asbury Branch — Free entry — Engage with turtles, snakes, and salamanders guided by local conservationists.
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Wayland Live Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Q Casino + Resort — Free entry — Experience the high-energy blend of Country-Rock with Wayland and Too Hot For Leather.
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