Saturday, June 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Iowa will celebrate Independence Day with fireworks events that run until July 6; in Dubuque, residents can watch the Air Show and Fireworks on July 3 at AY McDonald Park and Boat Ramp, which will feature air show entertainment and food vendors. Other towns like Anamosa and Belle Plaine have planned parades, vendor fairs, and fireworks shows—providing a full weekend of festivities for community members. The Gazette
- ➤ Community donations saved East Dubuque's summer pool and Independence Day fireworks show after a $30,000 funding gap threatened both events—local donors quickly stepped in to cover the shortfall. The EDGE Foundation said the celebration will begin downtown today at 5:30 p.m. and end with fireworks at 10 p.m. KCRG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After heavy rain in its basin yesterday, the Mississippi River in Dubuque stood at 10.8 feet this morning and will begin rising tomorrow—expected to reach just over 14.6 feet by next Friday while remaining below the 15-foot action stage. Radio Dubuque
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Farmers in Iowa and Illinois use 2,4-D to control weeds, yet studies link the chemical to cancer, hormone issues, and other health risks for those living near treated fields. New pesticide data will be released in September to help guide safety measures—residents are encouraged to wash produce and choose organic options when possible. WJOD
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union released the 2025 regional softball brackets for all five classes on Friday morning. The regionals will begin on July 7 — for Class 2A and 1A and on July 10 for the other three classes, with finals on July 14-15 and the state tournament held July 21-25 at Rogers Sports Complex in Fort Dodge. The Gazette
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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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What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
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