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Monday, September 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A deck on a home at 1600 block of N. Algona Street caught fire on Sunday just after 6 a.m. but no one was injured as more than a dozen firefighters quickly put out the flames, leaving the deck destroyed and causing about $6,500 in damage. KCRG
- ➤ A fire broke out on a home's back deck early Sunday and the Dubuque Fire Department quickly extinguished the blaze—damages reached $6,500 while police reported no injuries. KWWL
HOME NEWS
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LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A review of Iowa’s top restaurants from all 99 counties shows that each spot earned at least a 4.5-star Google rating—this includes Breitbach’s Country Dining in Dubuque County which rated 4.8 stars. The list helps diners find popular and highly rated places to eat across the state. WJOD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ George Raveling, a Hall of Fame basketball coach who led Iowa’s team and recruited top players, died after battling cancer at age 88. He also helped a young Michael Jordan get a deal with Nike—marking his lasting impact on the game—leaving a legacy that will be remembered. WJOD
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Dubuque Oktoberfest
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Back Waters Stage — Free entry — Celebrate the 16th year of Oktoberfest with music, food, games, and even Wiener Dog Races.
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Owning Your Awesome — She Unites
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Innovation Lab — Donation-based — Empower women to embrace their strengths and boost confidence through an engaging workshop.
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Josh Meloy Live
8–9:30 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of soulful tunes from Oklahoma's own Josh Meloy as he showcases his latest album.
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St. Vincent DePaul Run/Walk/Bike for the Poor
9-11 a.m. — Heritage Pond / Heritage Trail — Support a great cause while enjoying a 5km or 5 mile run or bike ride.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.
~ Naval Ravikant
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