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Saturday, October 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Dubuque County Fairgrounds and Speedway are organizing a fundraiser to send bottled water to Florida Hurricane Milton victims, with a friendly competition boosting donations.  KWWL

ECONOMY NEWS

  • In Dubuque County, a single gas station offered the lowest premium gas price at $3.65 per gallon as of Oct. 5, amidst fluctuating national prices and economic pressures.  Dubuque Times

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • At a town hall in Dubuque, Senator Bernie Sanders highlighted middle class concerns in Iowa, criticized John Deere's layoffs and outsourcing, and expressed support for workers and Vice President Kamala Harris.  KWWL
  • Dubuque plans to modernize its parking system by the end of 2025, replacing more than 2,000 on-street meters with payment kiosks and equipping garages with license plate readers.  Radio Dubuque

SPORTS NEWS

  • Senior kicker Nathan Schiesl scored a 27-yard field goal in overtime, leading Wahlert to a 17-14 victory over West Delaware, moving closer to a 3A District 3 title.  KWWL

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Spooky Glow Ceramics Painting Party

    Experience a fun-filled day of ceramic painting with glow-in-the-dark paints during a special spooky themed event.

    Sun, 10/13/24

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  • Region 6 SAFECON 2024 at Dubuque Regional Airport

    Experience collegiate aviation competition and education at the annual Region 6 SAFECON, hosted by the University of Dubuque.

    Mon, 10/14/24

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  • State of Main Street Awards Celebration in Dubuque

    Celebrate the outstanding achievements in downtown Dubuque over the past year at the State of Main Street Awards, featuring dinner, refreshments, and a formal presentation.

    Tue, 10/15/24

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  • Givens MD | Faces Medspa Anniversary Celebration

    Celebrate the anniversary of Givens MD | Faces Medspa with sips, appetizers, and exclusive medspa giveaways while learning about top skincare procedures.

    Wed, 10/16/24

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  • VNA Breastfeeding Support Group

    Mothers providing breast milk can receive support and weight checks in this free bi-weekly group facilitated by Lactation Counselors.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Not Quite Brothers Concert

    Experience an engaging musical performance by Not Quite Brothers at the Q Casino Q Showroom in Dubuque, IA.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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  • Witch Forest Paint Party

    Experience a fun in-studio paint party with a spooky twist, complete with glowing masterpieces under blacklights and costume contests.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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  • Glow-in-the-Dark Ceramics Painting Party

    Experience a fun and spooky day of ceramic painting under black lights at Captured on Canvas, with the opportunity to earn loyalty points for future events.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • Glimmer of Hope

    The Dubuque Community Y invites you to the 19th annual Glimmer of Hope event, Thursday, October 24 at Hotel Julien, with all proceeds going to support the Y's Crisis Services and emergency shelter.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Glimmer of Hope

    The Dubuque Community Y invites you to the 19th annual Glimmer of Hope event, Thursday, October 24 at Hotel Julien, with all proceeds going to support the Y's Crisis Services and emergency shelter.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • USA Hockey NTDP U-18 vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints

    Experience an exciting ice hockey matchup between the USA Hockey NTDP U-18 team and the Dubuque Fighting Saints at the Dubuque Ice Arena.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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