Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new $55.1 million affordable housing project, Union at the Marina, will offer 201 units in Dubuque by fall 2026, aiming to help meet the city's housing demand. KCRG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Erin Ruberg was sentenced to six years in prison for a fatal traffic accident while impaired, resulting in the death of Gerald Duckett in June near Cassville. Radio Dubuque
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A court reinstated a Dubuque teacher after concluding his dismissal for using a racial slur ignored the context of his attempt to address a student's misconduct. KCRG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Dubuque City Council approved a $1 million renovation for the Ruby Sutton Building and a $9.2 million construction project for the Iowa Amphitheater, funded partly by the Vision Iowa Grant. Radio Dubuque
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Roses & Berries Cafe in Dubuque, featuring French and Mediterranean culinary delicacies, has become a beloved dining destination since its opening in November of 2023. WJOD
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dubuque, Iowa, welcomes its first professional arena football team, the Iowa Power, set to play at the Five Flags Civic Center in 2025, aiming to boost community engagement and local revenue. KCRG
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Sushi Roll Band Live Performance
The Sushi Roll Band offers an energetic and interactive dance party featuring popular hits across decades and various genres.
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New Year’s Eve Celebration at Hotel Julien Dubuque
An exciting New Year’s Eve event featuring live music from Ozzy & Bon JoeB followed by DJ Saxophonist Nostalgia Rush, set in the vibrant atmosphere of Hotel Julien Dubuque.
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Harlem Globetrotters World Tour
The Original Harlem Globetrotters are set to showcase their incredible ball-handling skills and entertaining performances during their World Tour.
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