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Dubuque
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Archdiocese of Dubuque announced a restructuring plan that will merge 161 parishes into 27 to 29 pastorates by 2027 to address a nationwide priest shortage (nearly 182,000 Catholics may lose weekend Masses at 83 mostly rural churches). Parishioners said they feel rushed and unheard and want more time to work on solutions to keep their church communities strong. KWWL
- ➤ The Dubuque Colts Youth Organization said longtime executive director Jeff MacFarlane will retire in August after more than 20 years with the group—13 of those as chief executive. The organization has started the search for his replacement to lead programs like the Colts Drum & Bugle Corps. Radio Dubuque
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa DNR said furbearer populations are in good shape as the season that started Saturday and runs until Feb.28 (beaver season lasts until April 15) proceeds. Trappers have joined beginner workshops by the Iowa Trappers Association to learn safe trapping methods and manage critters on their properties. The Gazette
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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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Winter Soup Cooking Class
6-8 p.m. — Convivium Urban Farmstead — Sliding scale pricing — Warm up with a hands-on soup-making experience featuring African Peanut Stew and Ham & Split Pea Soup.
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