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Dubuque, Iowa Patch AM: a 5 min read

Morning Dubuque! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How the Julien Dubuque Bridge lane closure could change your commute.
  • Are your RVs and work trucks protected from Dubuque’s converter thieves?
  • How you can swing a club to support Hospice of Dubuque

Also on today's calendar: Corkless Galena and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunshine; warmer, less humid, with a high of 83 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 83, low: 55.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and windy, with a high of 71 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Closure of Eastbound Lane of U.S. 20/Julien Dubuque Bridge Begins June 15 (iowadot.gov) — If you rely on the Julien Dubuque Bridge, expect weekday slowdowns starting Monday, June 15, when the eastbound lane closes for repairs and briefly reopens for afternoon commutes. Drivers from Dubuque will face a detour via U.S. 61 and Wisconsin highways 11 and 35, and the DOT urges extra caution and attention to work-zone speed limits and signs.
   

2. Dubuque Police Urge Vigilance Following Surge in Catalytic Converter Thefts Targeting Large Vehicles (dubuqueinpursuitnews.com) — Dubuque police are warning residents and business owners about a recent spike in catalytic converter thefts, especially from large vehicles like RVs, buses, and box trucks. Officers urge people to improve lighting, surveillance, and storage, and to regularly check parked vehicles. They’re also asking the community to report suspicious activity immediately to help curb these crimes.
   

3. Hospice of Dubuque invites golfers, sponsors and donors to support annual fundraiser (cbs2iowa.com) — Hospice of Dubuque is gearing up for its Big Duffer Hospice Golf Outing on July 18 at Lacoma Golf Club, inviting local golfers, businesses and residents to play or attend a steak dinner. Proceeds support hospice care for thousands of patients and families across the tri-state region, with options to sponsor holes or donate raffle and auction items.
   

4. John Deere expands workforce across Iowa to meet demand (kwwl.com) — John Deere is adding 30 jobs at its Dubuque Works plant, with hiring starting this month to meet rising demand for construction and forestry equipment. The company has already brought back or hired more than 400 workers across Iowa and Illinois since January, signaling improving market conditions that could benefit Dubuque’s local economy.
   

5. UnityPoint Clinic announces new Dubuque Medical Director (kcrg.com) — UnityPoint has named longtime local physician Dr. Jill Powers as the new medical director for UnityPoint Clinic in Dubuque, overseeing more than 40 providers starting July 12. Powers has treated patients in the Dubuque area since 2009, and leaders say her deep community ties and experience will help strengthen care for local families.
   

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