Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Piper is a 6-year-old dog at Dubuque Regional Humane Society who came in in rough condition and recovered after emergency surgery—she is now ready for adoption and loves soft squeaky toys, though she sometimes explores trash without supervision.
Local staff say Piper gets along well with both people and other dogs, hoping she will bring joy to her next family.
All five Iowa regional food banks met their fundraising goals soon after Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the state match on November 1, raising funds to split a $1 million donation that aids hundreds of local pantries.
The money helped buy emergency food for families amid high holiday needs—donations continue to boost supplies for communities in the state.
🚧 Accidents
New research shows that during Thanksgiving week Iowa sees a 70% rise in fatal drunk driving crashes with an average of 2.25 fatalities per day compared to 1.32 on normal days—experts advise planning for safe travel by designating a sober driver or using rideshare services.
🏛️ Government
Iowa advocates say thousands of Afghan allies remain in limbo as a funding freeze and low refugee caps have delayed their path to permanent residency.
They are urging lawmakers to pass the bipartisan Afghan Adjustment Act— a law that would let eligible Afghans adjust their status after supporting U.S. troops.
🏥 Health
Ethan Wattleworth, a University of Iowa student, received a life-saving stem cell transplant from Hannes Weissensteiner in Berlin and they connected by letters and Zoom despite legal restrictions.
Ethan met Hannes in person during his school trip in Italy—both men now urge others to join the donor registry.
🏈 Sports
The Loras Duhawks released their 2025-2026 roster of 24 players and will open the season tomorrow at the Lillis Athletic and Wellness Center against the UW La Crosse Eagles.
The team aims to improve on a 10-14 record from last season.
🎉 Dubuque Events
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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!
PopROCKS! Concert
7-11 p.m. — Diamond Jo Casino Dubuque — Reservations recommended — Experience an electrifying concert at the vibrant Mississippi Moon Bar.
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.
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.
Cookies and Cocoa with Santa and the Goats
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Crazy Goat Soap Farm — Free entry — Celebrate the season with Santa and playful goats while enjoying cookies and warm cocoa.
Dubuque Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Five Flags Center — Celebrate the season with holiday favorites alongside the Dubuque Chorale and Heartland Ballet.
Ceramic Christmas Tree Painting
6-8 p.m. — Captured on Canvas — Cost varies by payment method — Enjoy an evening of creativity by painting your own light-up ceramic Christmas tree.
The Nutcracker
2-5 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical holiday classic featuring stunning choreography and captivating music.
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