Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
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🎓 Education
A new study by Niche and Stacker ranked Iowa’s top 30 counties to raise a family based on metrics such as school quality, safety, housing, and cost of living.
Eastern areas including Dubuque, Linn, and Johnson counties appeared on the list—even though none were ranked first—and locals are weighing in on the study’s findings.
🌲 Environment
Wildlife officials warn that the Asian snakehead fish is moving closer to Iowa after sightings in Missouri and Illinois—this tough fish can live out of water and crawl on land, and if it breeds here it may hurt local fish and birds.
The agency plans to increase monitoring to keep local waterways safe.
🏛️ Government
Iowa has nearly 1 in 5 of its 23,700 bridges rated as structurally deficient — making the state the nation’s second worst for bridge conditions.
Federal funding and state priorities will begin repairs on many structures, though fixing rural bridges will take years.
🎉 Dubuque Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Summer Final Party!
1-3 p.m. — Dubuque County Library - Asbury Branch — Free entry — Celebrate the end of Summer with an exciting party featuring the Absolute Science Mega Foam Blaster!
🏠 Dubuque Real Estate
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