Good Day
Dubuque
Thursday, December 11th, 2025
Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ UScellular donated $1,500 in sports equipment such as volleyballs, dodgeballs, and basketballs to help the Boys & Girls Club support indoor and outdoor programs in Dubuque. The donation is part of the company’s ongoing support for local youth organizations during the holiday season. WJOD
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Several Popeyes locations in Iowa (Dubuque, Waterloo, Coralville, and four others) will remain open for about six months while the owner seeks a buyer under a federal court settlement; their temporary license runs through June 30. KWWL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa libraries + museums will once again access millions in federal aid after the Institute of Museum and Library Services reinstated terminated grants last week. Local institutions including Dubuque Museum of Art are now reviewing plans to resume programs that were reduced during the funding freeze. The Gazette
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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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The Nutcracker
7:30-9 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless holiday classic with enchanting music and dance.
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New Year's Eve Dueling Pianos
8 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the New Year with lively dueling pianos and a fun atmosphere.
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