Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of October.
Good morning, Dubuque.
🎭 Culture
The historic Fenelon Place Elevator gives visitors a quick three-minute ride up Dubuque's bluff to see the Mississippi River and local landmarks.
It operates daily from April 1 through November 30 (adults $4, kids $2, free under 5) from 8:00 a.m. to 10 p.m.
🎓 Education
On Oct. 13, a standing room only crowd urged the Dubuque School Board to delay finalizing plans for closing and consolidating schools aimed at saving nearly $15 million as the board reviews proposals.
Frog Hollow Daycare and Preschool in Asbury closed unexpectedly this past weekend after a sale fell through—parents are scrambling to secure new childcare as staff resigned and families collected belongings.
🏛️ Government
Today, the Iowa Transportation Commission awarded nearly $400K to upgrade the White Street Two-Way Bicycle Track from 5th to 19th Streets downtown.
The project is part of the city's multi-modal initiative following the Central Avenue and White Street Corridor Study.
🏈 Sports
Dakota Weber of the Dubuque Miracle League is set to play at the National Miracle League All-Star Game in Frisco, Texas starting Oct.
16–18; he will compete in events that highlight his speed and energy on the field.
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