Good Day
Dubuque
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Del Monte Foods—a long-time canned food maker—filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after rising costs and lower demand hurt its operations. The company secured over $900 million to keep operating as it seeks a buyer, so shoppers in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin might soon notice changes in product availability. WJOD
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dubuque Police are investigating a case of child sexual exploitation involving computer-generated images and a Hempstead High School employee on paid leave—Corporal Clark Egdorf said the work could take months as he followed each lead to hold those exploiting children accountable. KCRG
- ➤ Bailey Foht (26) pleaded not guilty to five charges including homicide by vehicle and involuntary manslaughter after being arrested for the June 11 hit and run that killed Kalissa Reeder near the Locust and Loras intersection, and his trial is set for September 8 at Dubuque County District Court. Radio Dubuque
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Dubuque AmeriCorps program received $362,250 in federal funds—just months after its previous cancellation; starting in September, it will recruit 34 members to help children with homework, stress, and social skills at local schools, libraries, and parks. Radio Dubuque
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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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Kayaking at Heritage Pond
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Heritage Pond — RSVP required — Paddle along with naturalists for a refreshing kayaking experience in the serene surroundings of Heritage Pond.
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Electric Avenue: 80s New Wave Night
8 PM – 2 AM — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Check event details for entry cost — Relive the energetic vibes of 1980s New Wave & Radio Pop.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
~ Lao Tzu
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