Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of October.
Good morning, Dubuque.
🚧 Accidents
Rescue crews from Dubuque Fire Department pulled a woman from the Mississippi River near River’s Edge Plaza at 1:45 and took her by ambulance to an area hospital.
🎭 Culture
Former University of Dubuque President (1998-2024) Jeffrey Bullock has been named the new CEO of the Dubuque County Historical Society and will take over for longtime leader Kurt Strand in January.
The nonprofit runs the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium as well as the Mathias Ham Historic Site.
🌲 Environment
Residents cleaning out their homes in Dubuque must recycle hazardous items (such as electronics, batteries, paints, and appliances) to avoid fines under Iowa law, and they should contact local collection centers for proper handling.
🏛️ Government
Employers in the local Educational Services industry filed five H-1B petitions during 2025 with a 100% approval rate; Holy Family Catholic Schools & Loras College led these filings with three and two petitions respectively, marking a 37.5% decrease from 2024.
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