DuTrac Community Credit Union announced it will host its 3rd Annual Diaper Drive throughout the month of May 2026, aiming to collect 15,000 diapers to help address diaper insecurity among families in need. Donations collected at all DuTrac branch locations will directly benefit local families through partnerships with United Way of Dubuque Area Tri-States and…
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The Ohnward Fine Arts Center 1215 E Platt Street Maquoketa, IA 52060  Presents:  The Highwaymen Live Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 7 PM Perhaps the greatest country music super group in history, the Highwaymen traveled the world performing country music to millions of fans. Your audience will watch in amazement as each song, one hit…
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Applications are now open for artists, performers, food vendors, community organizations, and activity leaders interested in participating in the 47th annual DBQFest, taking place Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9, 2026, in Washington Park in downtown Dubuque. Produced by the Dubuque County Fine Arts Society, DBQFest is Iowa’s longest-running art fair and festival, celebrating…
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Following a nationwide call for applicants, the Colts Youth Organization found its next executive director in its own backyard. Vicki MacFarlane, currently director of youth programs, will take over as the fourth executive director in the organization’s 63-year history. ​​​​“Vicki brings deep experience, a strong track record within our organization, and a clear commitment to…
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UnityPoint at Home has been named a Best Home Health agency for 2026by U.S. News & World Report. This recognition comes as part of U.S. News’ first-ever ranking of home health providers, identifying the top-performing agencies in the United States. Four UnityPoint at Home agencies in Iowa (Dubuque, Fort Dodge, Storm Lake and Waterloo) earned…
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TICKETS ON SALE NOW at www.dbqfair.com Opening act – Atlus. Opener – Raised in a single-parent home marked by poverty and addiction, Atlus had to grow up fast, building incredible resilience and laying the foundation for a life rooted in the search for authentic relationships and honest storytelling. Phonetically named after the mythological Titan who…
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Hospice of Dubuque is proud to announce that it has once again earned a 5-star rating from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as part of Medicare’s Hospice Care Compare program. With the recent star rating update on February 18, 2026, Hospice of Dubuque continues its long-standing tradition of excellence, having maintained a 5-star…
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Karla K. Reinhardt, born on May 25, 1963, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, in Dubuque, IA. She embraced life with an exuberant spirit, always ready to share a laugh and enjoy good times with friends and family. Her outgoing and fun-loving nature will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Karla is…
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Raymond Steichen of Dubuque passed away January 23rd, 2026, surrounded by loving family. Raymond was born in Dubuque on April 14, 1933, to Nicholas Steichen and Margaret (Kirkpatrick) Steichen. He was the fourth of ten children. He grew up fishing, hunting and gardening. He was an avid story teller and loved to talk about fishing,…
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Richard “Rich” Kaszuk, 80, of Galena, IL, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at his home. A private service was held. The Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena is assisting the family. Rich served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1969, stationed in Long Bien, Vietnam, with the 402nd Transportation Company. He was honorably…
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