UnityPoint Health – Finley Hospital is advancing access to minimally invasive surgical care with the acquisition of a da Vinci Xi Surgical System, while also welcoming two new general surgeons, Kevin Dou, MD, and Chris Healey, MD, to its medical staff. The da Vinci Xi replaces Finley Hospital’s existing robotic surgical system and offers enhanced…
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The Ohnward Fine Arts Center is celebrating 22 years of bringing live music, theater, comedy, and the performing arts to the Maquoketa area—and now the nonprofit is asking the community for help securing its future. The Ohnward Fine Arts Center has received a commitment from an anonymous donor for a $25,000 charitable gift, with one…
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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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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 City of Dubuque and the Dubuque Bike Coop will celebrate Bike Week with a series of events beginning Saturday, May 9, through Saturday, May 16. As part of the Bike Week celebration, the City is encouraging residents to ride a bicycle as a means of transportation or recreation. A total of eleven events are…
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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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Kelly Alissa (Bruse) Liddle, 53, of Dubuque passed away peacefully on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. She spent her final day on earth surrounded by loved ones and entered eternal rest with her husband at her side. Kelly was born to Steven Bruse and Susan (Knockle) Bruse on September 3, 1972, in Dubuque, Iowa. Kelly graduated…
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Kitten M. Clewley, age 50, of Potosi, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.  To celebrate Kitten’s life a spring ride will be held at a later date.  Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street is assisting Kitten’s family. Kitten was born on May 31, 1975, in Colorado…
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