Staff Recommends Purchase to Improve Access to City Services and Reduce Long-Term Costs The Dubuque City Council will consider a recommendation from City staff to purchase the former Dubuque Bank and Trust building at 1398 Central Ave. as part of an effort to consolidate City department offices into one municipal services campus. Relocation of departments…
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The Knights of Columbus Council 510 will launch its Fourth Annual Coats for Kids fundraising campaign on October 17-18, with collection events planned at local businesses and area Catholic churches to help keep children and young adults warm this winter. This year’s fundraising goal is $4,000, which could help provide coats for an estimated 300…
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Capra Bank has announced a $750,000 commitment to Holy Family Catholic Schools, marking a significant investment in the education and future of students and families throughout the Dubuque community. The contribution will support Holy Family Catholic Schools’ ongoing capital campaign to fund facilities and programming at its Central Campus including a new auditorium at Wahlert…
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DCFA Board of Directors elections will be Tuesday, October 20th, 2026 from 8a-8p in the Grand Ballroom. Must be 18+ to vote and live in Dubuque County. Must show ID upon voting in person. Those up for election: Tami Hill Incumbent Alison Kruse Incumbent Mike Lambert Incumbent Andy Link Incumbent Ann Schuster Incumbent Tony Steffen…
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As Medicare Open Enrollment approaches, UnityPoint Health – Finley Hospital’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) is helping Dubuque-area residents make informed decisions about their health coverage. Medicare Open Enrollment runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, 2026. During this time, Medicare beneficiaries can review their current coverage and make changes for 2027. Because Medicare…
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The UnityPoint Health – Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) is celebrating 30 years as part of Finley Hospital, marking three decades of collaboration that have expanded access to home health, public health services and community-based care for residents throughout the Tri-State area.   Since joining Finley Hospital on Oct. 1, 1996, the VNA has played an…
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Cost-share grants support locally led conservation projects that improve water quality Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today announced that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) is accepting pre-applications for cost-share grants to support urban conservation and water quality projects. The locally led projects, available to Iowa communities of all sizes, support…
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As one of 25 new cities from 20 U.S. states, Dubuque will receive funding and expert support from the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University and dedicated staff to fund community-led projects that clear vacant lots, reclaim public space, and better lives. The City of Dubuque has been selected to join “Love…
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Sample ballots for the November 3rd General Election are available on the Dubuque County Elections website – elections.dubuquecountyiowa.gov (Under the Election’s tab and then click on Sample Ballots) In-person early voting will begin Wednesday, October 14th at the Election’s Office, 880 Central Ave. Ballots will also be mailed on the 14th to anyone who requested…
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Junior Achievement of the Heartland is celebrating 70 years of helping local students build skills, confidence, and connections to succeed in school, work, and life. The organization will host a 70th Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, October 8, from 4–7 p.m. at the Free Enterprise Foundation JA Inspiration Center in Moline. The community is invited to…
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