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Dubuque
Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Holy Family Catholic Schools reached its first-tier goal in the Inspiring Spaces campaign by raising $25 million and will break ground in the spring on projects such as a 750-seat auditorium and athletic facility upgrades — school officials said they will soon start raising the final $5 million needed to fully fund these improvements — ensuring transformational changes to the Central Campus. Radio Dubuque
- ➤ Clarke University in Dubuque will cut 13 under-enrolled academic programs and about 35 to 37 positions at the end of the 2025 to 2026 academic year to address falling enrollment, rising costs, and financial pressures—faculty advisors will help students in affected programs with transition plans. Nearly 90 percent of current students will not see changes in their academic plans—details on which programs will close were not provided. KCRG
- ➤ Bryant Elementary in Dubuque was named a 2025 Blue Ribbon School after being chosen from 200 high performing contenders for its strong academic scores in reading, writing, graduation rates and attendance—one of four schools in the state to earn the honor. Radio Dubuque
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Iowans shopping for 2026 health plans through the ACA marketplace are urged to act early as insurers file rate hikes of 12–25% and federal tax credits set to expire may double premiums for many families. Experts say getting help from licensed brokers can prevent costly mistakes as enrollment opens Nov. 1. The Gazette
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Dubuque Symphony Orchestra Concert
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Five Flags Center — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating sounds of Rachmaninoff and the talented musicians of Dubuque Symphony Orchestra.
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Drawing Portraits Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Bluff Strokes Art Center — $175 — Learn to capture the likeness of human subjects with confidence in this informative portrait drawing course.
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Attitude of Gratitude
Join us on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the Grand River Center for Opening Doors’ Annual Attitude of Gratitude Gala, an unforgettable evening of inspiration, community, and celebration. Together we’ll honor 25+ years of healing, hope, and home with live music, gourmet dining, auctions, powerful resident stories, and a special tribute to Carol Gebhart's retirement, all while raising vital funds to empower women and change lives.
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TRU REV MMA Debut in Dubuque
7-11 p.m. — Grand River Convention Center — $ — TRU REV MMA makes its highly anticipated debut in Dubuque, Iowa!
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PopROCKS! Concert
7-11 p.m. — Diamond Jo Casino Dubuque — Reservations recommended — Experience an electrifying concert at the vibrant Mississippi Moon Bar.
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A Very Electric Christmas
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Five Flags Center — Enjoy a heartwarming tale of adventure as a young bird named Max embarks on a journey at the North Pole.
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