Friday, December 27th, 2024

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Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Finance Authority has granted over $12.5 million to aid various community housing efforts, including a $250,000 allocation to Dubuque for low-interest loans aimed at helping low-to-moderate-income homeowners with house repairs. KCRG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A teenager was shot by Dubuque police officers after he displayed a knife during an arrest attempt, leading to the officers being placed on leave and an investigation initiated. Radio Dubuque
- ➤ Isaac R. Anderson, 21, received two years of probation and an $855 civil penalty after pleading guilty to unlawful assembly for his involvement in a Comiskey Park fight. Radio Dubuque
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Dubuque County's midgrade gas price averages $3.37 per gallon with the lowest reported at $3.24, amidst national price fluctuations and influences from global events. Dubuque Times
- ➤ A.Y. McDonald names Andy Wickham as new CFO, succeeding the retiring John Schmidt on January 3, with Schmidt continuing as a director. Radio Dubuque
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Several former Dubuque area high school athletes are set to participate in their respective college games in the week starting Monday, Dec. 30. Dubuque Times
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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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2025 Network of Dubuque Winter Social
Attend the Network of Dubuque Winter Social to support local scholarship students while enjoying a basketball game featuring the Loras Duhawks against the University of Dubuque Spartans.
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Annual Blue Ribbon Banquet Celebration
The Annual Blue Ribbon Banquet at the Dubuque County Fairgrounds celebrates the mission and community impact of the venue.
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