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Dubuque
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dubuque Mayor Brad Cavanagh was named Mayor of the Year on Sept. 17 in Des Moines by the Iowa Mayors Association in the Over 10,000 category—he earned the honor by serving as board president of the Iowa League of Cities and working hard for our community. His leadership has brought clear improvements to local government. WJOD
- ➤ The Dubuque Fire Department now accepts firefighter applications year-round to boost staffing amid retirements — Fire Chief Amy Scheller said the department will ask the city for funds to hire up to five new full-time workers and raise the minimum staffing requirement from 24 to 29. The change follows concerns that a seasonal window limited the pool of qualified candidates. KCRG
- ➤ Voting for the Dubuque County Fair Association Board of Directors is set for Tuesday, October 21st at the Grand Ballroom at the Dubuque County Fairgrounds—eight incumbents and four new candidates are on the ballot. Radio Dubuque
- ➤ Since this morning, southbound lanes of Wacker Drive from John F. Kennedy Road to the Kennedy Mall access lane are closed for concrete repair. The work will continue until 5 p.m. on October 6 — southbound traffic is routed to one northbound lane, so motorists must follow posted detours. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa football will face Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. — the Hawkeyes are preparing for a critical conference game after receiver Kaden Wetjen earned Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week, while Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza received player honors following a strong performance against Illinois. The Gazette
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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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Athletics Hall of Fame Celebration
5:30-8 p.m. — Loras All-Sports Camp — Celebrate this year's Hall of Fame Recipients with alumni recognition in sports.
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UTL – Fall Fun Show
10 AM – 3 PM — Dubuque County Fairgrounds & Event Center — Doubled fees apply — Enjoy a makeup show featuring double judged series in pleasure, ranch, and speed events.
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American Musical Celebration
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Five Flags Center — Ticketed event — Celebrate the brilliance of American music with the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra featuring Bernstein's lively Overture to Candide.
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