Dubuque Named One of America’s Safest Mid-Sized Cities

Dubuque has been rated as one of America’s safest mid-sized cities. The city was listed at #15 on financial technology firm SmartAsset’s list of the 75 safest mid-sized cities. The rankings examined more than 300 cities, and considered four factors: violent crime rate, property crime rate, motor vehicle fatality rate, and disaster risk. Among the…
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City of Dubuque, Iowa Department of Transportation to Offer Free Shuttle During Julien Dubuque Bridge Construction

The City of Dubuque and the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) will provide a free shuttle between Dubuque and East Dubuque, Illinois, during this summer’s construction on the Julien Dubuque Bridge (U.S. Highway 20). The Iowa DOT will perform bridge repairs beginning on June 10, 2026, until mid-September. The repairs will be made in several…
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 Junior Achievement of the Heartland invites community to 2026 Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame celebration 

Junior Achievement of the Heartland invites the community to join us for the 2026 Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame, an evening dedicated to celebrating local leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and 70 years of impact preparing young people for what’s next. Established to recognize exceptional business and community leaders, the JA Business Hall of Fame brings…
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IOWA FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION WELCOMES NEWLY ELECTED GOVERNOR

The Iowa Funeral Directors Association proudly announces the election of Theresa Thielen to its Board of Governors representing District 1 and the funeral professionals within it. Theresa Thielen, of Dubuque, has been a licensed funeral director for more than 21 years and is licensed in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. She and her husband, Adam, are…
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HOFFMANN SCHNEIDER & KITCHEN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY RECEIVESAWARD OF EXCELLENCE AT STATE 146TH ANNUAL CONVENTION

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory of Dubuque received the Iowa Award of Funeral Service Excellence at the 146th Annual Iowa Funeral Directors Association (IFDA) Convention held April 14-16, 2026 at Prairie Meadows Convention Center in Altoona, Iowa. The Iowa Award of Funeral Service Excellence recognizes a funeral home’s exemplary service to the…
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24th Annual Ken Kringle Historic Preservation Award Winners Announced

The City of Dubuque Historic Preservation Commission will present the 24th Annual Ken Kringle Historic Preservation Awards and Duane Hagerty Award for Preservation Excellence at a public reception and ceremony on Tuesday, May 19, at the Carnegie-Stout Public Library, 360 W. 11th St. The awards are free and open to the public. A tour of…
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OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE ON COUNTY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 

Dubuque County relies on numerous boards and commissions for important work. In June, the Board of Supervisors will consider applications for expiring and vacant positions on several boards and commissions. If you are interested in serving on a Dubuque County board or commission, please visit our website to complete an online application or download the…
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Field of Dreams Announces Gary Dolphin Press Box Naming Opportunity at New Ballpark

“Bring It Home” capital campaign leaders have announced a special naming initiative honoring legendary Iowa broadcaster Gary Dolphin at the new Field of Dreams ballpark currently under construction in Dyersville, Iowa. As part of the effort, the ballpark’s press box will be named in recognition of Dolphin’s decades of contributions to Iowa athletics, broadcasting, and…
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Multi-Phase Closure of Julien Dubuque Bridge Begins June 1

A multi-phase Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) repair project which will cause partial and full closures of the Julien Dubuque Bridge (U.S. Highway 20) will begin on Monday, June 1. The repair work is expected to be underway until mid-September. In the project’s initial phase beginning June 1, the eastbound lane of the Julien Dubuque…
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Dubuque Area Labor-Management Council Announces 2026 Scholarship Recipients

The Dubuque Area Labor-Management Council (DALMC) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 scholarship program. These scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate a strong commitment to their education and a clear vision for their future as productive members of the tri-state area workforce. This year, DALMC awarded scholarships to nine outstanding individuals,…
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