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Theisen’s awards $430,250 to 206 nonprofits across 26 store communities
The Dubuque-based retailer’s More for Your Community program drew 589 applications in its 16th year and has given more than $5 million since 2009.
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Nov 5
Dubuque asks residents to weigh in on next city manager; survey open through Nov. 15
The city is surveying residents and business owners on the leadership qualities, experience and priorities they want in the next city manager, as the council oversees the search for Mike Van Milligen'
Nov 5
What the council's 5-2 voucher vote actually changes, and what it does not
Starting January 1, up to 12 households a year can move ahead on Dubuque's voucher waiting list through a homeless preference. Current voucher holders see no change.
Nov 5
Dubuque Council Approves Housing Voucher Plan Revision 5-2, Adopts Two Urban Renewal Plans
Minutes from the November 2 regular session show a split vote on the Housing Choice Voucher plan, unanimous approval of the Sky Blue and Technology Park renewal plans, and a full docket of consent ite
Nov 9Inspected
Dubuque Health Inspection: Eagle Country Market Cited with 4 Violations (including repeat citations)
Health inspectors documented 4 violations (including repeat citations) at EAGLE COUNTRY MARKET on October 27, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: [REPEAT] Several bags of frozen chicken sitting in bu
Nov 8Inspected
Dubuque Health Inspection: Perkins #1115 Cited with 9 Violations
Health inspectors documented 9 violations at PERKINS #1115 on October 27, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Prep line hand sink paper towel dispenser non-functional at inspection. Corrected onsite
Nov 8Inspected
Dubuque Health Inspection: Yen Ching Restaurant Cited with 1 Violation
Health inspectors documented 1 violation at YEN CHING RESTAURANT on October 28, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Bulk bins not labeled with contents....
Nov 12
Theisen’s awards $430,250 to 206 nonprofits across 26 store communities
The Dubuque-based retailer’s More for Your Community program drew 589 applications in its 16th year and has given more than $5 million since 2009.
Nov 12
New Galena & U.S. Grant Museum opens today with ribbon-cutting and open house
The $6.5 million, 8,500-square-foot museum at 517 Bouthillier St. opens after about 18 months of construction, with a ribbon-cutting and community open house from 2 to 6 p.m.
Nov 12
Easton Valley $7.5 million bond falls short; Kirkwood $88 million measure passes
Easton Valley voters gave the school bond 55.6 percent, short of the 60 percent needed, while Kirkwood Community College’s $88 million bond passed with nearly 70 percent.
Nov 12
Arrest: Jessica Pitz
JESSICA PITZ arrested on Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 at 9:12 AM. Charges: Pitz, Jessica Marie (W /F/, Arrest on chrg of, Theft 5th Degree - Shoplifting, Drug Possession Of Controlled Substance, Criminal Trespass (M), at 198 W 9th St/main St, Dubuque, IA, on 11/12/2026 09:12. Bail/Bond: $1,600.00.
Nov 12
Arrest: Michael Adams
MICHAEL ADAMS arrested on Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 at 12:59 PM. Charges: FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY. Bail/Bond: $5,000.00.
Nov 12
Arrest: Corlandis Chester
CORLANDIS CHESTER arrested on Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 at 11:25 AM. Charges: Chester, Corlandis Deshawn (B /M/, Arrest on chrg of Owi 1st Offense (M), at 770 Iowa St, Dubuque, IA, on 11/12/2026 11:25. Bail/Bond: $5,000.00.
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Six displaced after kitchen fire at Dubuque apartment building on Iowa Street
The fire broke out Tuesday afternoon at 1614 Iowa Street; no injuries were reported and the cause is under investigation.
Holiday craft markets coming to Dubuque, Farley, Dyersville and Delmar
Holiday craft and vendor markets are scheduled in Dubuque, Farley, Dyersville and Delmar in the coming weeks, including two at the Dubuque County Fairgrounds.
Biz Buzz: Quilting shop opens in Maquoketa; Dubuque vintage store finds new home on Cedar Cross Road
A quilting and alteration shop opens Tuesday in Maquoketa, a Maquoketa thrift store has new owners, and a Dubuque vintage store says business nearly tripled after moving to Cedar Cross Road.
Grant County awarded $39,550 state tourism grant for destination marketing plan
The $39,550 Joint Effort Marketing grant from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism will fund research and planning to develop Grant County as a visitor destination.
Volunteers sought for park cleanup Saturday at Dubuque's Maus Park
Friends of Dubuque Parks and Captivating Shorelines are seeking volunteers for a cleanup at Maus Park, 599 Huff St., from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 14.
Update: Southwest Wisconsin measles outbreak reaches 402 cases, spreads to Rock and Sauk counties
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reports 402 confirmed or probable cases in the southwest Wisconsin outbreak as of Tuesday, with cases now reported in Rock and Sauk counties.
Dubuque Health Inspection: Eagle Country Market Cited with 4 Violations (including repeat citations)
Health inspectors documented 4 violations (including repeat citations) at EAGLE COUNTRY MARKET on October 27, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: [REPEAT] Several bags of frozen chicken sitting in bu
Dubuque Health Inspection: Perkins #1115 Cited with 9 Violations
Health inspectors documented 9 violations at PERKINS #1115 on October 27, 2026 in Dubuque. Inspector findings: Prep line hand sink paper towel dispenser non-functional at inspection. Corrected onsite
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