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Lawsuit Filed To Prevent HTLF-UMB Merger
A federal lawsuit has been filed against the proposed merger of a national financial services company and HTLF. UMB Financial executives in April announced their intention to acquire HTLF, the parent company of Dubuque Bank & Trust, in a roughly $2 billion, all-stock deal expected to close in early 2025 pending regulatory approval. Shareholder Mary Michenzie, of Massachusetts, recently filed a lawsuit against HTLF in U.S. District Court of Colorado in response to the announcement, alleging the company failed to provide its shareholders with adequate information about the merger.
Summer’s Last Blast 2024
Summer's not over yet. There's time for one LAST BLAST!. AUGUST 23RD & 24TH, 6 PM TILL MIDNIGHT ON THE BACK WATERS STAGE AT Q CASINO. FREE ADMISSION AND ALL AGES WELCOME BOTH NIGHTS! IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, MUSIC WILL BE MOVED INSIDE THE Q SHOWROOM (21 OR OLDER)
Fast-Growing National Burger Chain Coming to Eastern Iowa
One of the fastest-growing burger restaurant chains in the nation will be coming to Eastern Iowa!. KCRG reports that Atlanta-based cheeseburger chain Smalls Sliders is planning multiple locations in Eastern Iowa, prioritizing the cities of Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Davenport, Dubuque, Waterloo, and Burlington. While the company won't say which city will get the first Iowa location, you can expect the first Iowa location of Smalls Sliders to open in 2025.
Deere lays off 140 employees in Iowa, effective immediately
DUBUQUE, Iowa — John Deere employees at three Iowa locations were notified of layoffs effective immediately on Wednesday, July 24, according to the State of Iowa's WARN website. 69 employees were laid off at John Deere Waterloo Works, 67 were laid off at John Deere Financial in Johnston and...
Fellenzer Named District’s Director of Student Services
The Dubuque Community School District has appointed Rebecca Fellenzer as the district’s next Director of Student Services, pending approval by the district’s Board of Education at its August meeting. Fellenzer, who currently serves as a counselor at Hempstead High School since 2009, will begin transitioning into the role...
This weekend in Iowa: a weekend of mash-ups include experimental folk, beatboxing comedy and karaoke yoga
Across Iowa this weekend we see a number of events that mash-up genres and activities. Some of these might seem strange on paper, but that’s what you thought when you tried that food pairing you swear by now. (Supposedly, for the adventurous out there, pickles and peanut butter is a treat.) The Power Glove-toting Heatbox brings his blend of comedy and beatboxing loops to The Olympic in Cedar Rapids. Experimental folk artist Jenny Parrott visits The Black Angel on Saturday, flexing their Omnichord and singer/songwriter skills. In Dubuque, B-1 Yoga Studio is holding a Karaoke Yoga session, where yoga practitioners are encouraged to sing along with the tunes. Check out the rest of the weekender for more!
Dubuque Business Leads the Way for Solar Energy Across Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
Eagle Point Solar, a leading solar energy provider based in Dubuque, is making waves across the Tri-States. Recognized on the 2024 Top Solar Contractors List by Solar Power World, the company ranks 162nd nationally and 184th in the Solar + Storage Installers category. This recognition highlights Eagle Point Solar's role in bringing clean energy solutions to homes and businesses in the region.
Wahlert Baseball and Softball Fall Short Of State Championship Games
The Wahlert High School Baseball and Softball Teams couldn’t take the next step to get to state championship games yesterday. In the 3A semi-finals at the State Baseball Tournament in Cedar Rapids, a three run rally in the top of the 7th inning gave Sioux City Bishop Heelan a 6-3 victory over top seed Wahlert. After trailing the entire game the Golden Eagles scored twice in the bottom of the 6th to tie it up only to see the Crusaders double the score in the 7th. Wahlert had two on in the 7th, but couldn’t advance them home and bowed out at 34-10, while fourth-seeded Heelan (34-10) advanced to play third-seeded North Polk (28-6) in Friday’s state championship game.
We’re Throwing a Street Dance on August 17
We’re closing down Dubuque Street for a community block party with live music, dancing, beverages, food trucks and games. Here’s all you need to know. Who: You! While the Street Dance is open to all ages and is family-friendly, the programming is not family-focused. What: An evening of...
Dubuque Announces Huge Reception for New ‘Art on the River’ Exhibiton
The Dubuque Riverwalk might be the most enjoyable "free" activity the Tri-States offers, as it affords both tourists and residents a beautiful glimpse of the natural beauty of one of America's greatest rivers. One of the many delights about the Mississippi Riverwalk in Dubuque, as it's known, is the fact...
Sea Lions Act Steals the Show at the 71st Dubuque County Fair
Dubuque, IA – The 71st Annual Dubuque County Fair, held from July 23-28, has been a whirlwind of excitement, but one act has particularly captured the hearts of fairgoers: the Sea Lions Act. This unique and entertaining performance has quickly become the highlight of the fair, drawing crowds from all over the region.
Delta basketball’s Mya Gillespie to continue playing career at Dubuque
Delta 2024 graduate Mya Gillespie officially signed a national letter of intent with Division-III Dubuque following her senior season with the Bobcats girls basketball team. Photo by Nick McNeal. After only one season with the Delta Bobcats girls basketball team, 2024 graduate Mya Gillespie not only left her mark in...
Tennis Receives Team and Individual Awards from ITA
TEMPE, Ariz. – 13 members of the Loras College men's and women's tennis programs have been recognized as Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Scholar-Athletes, as released by the organization on Wednesday. The seven student-athletes from the men's side include Andrew Day, Gage Becker, Henry Condo, Kareem Kassas, Samuel Cañas Guerrero,...
Randy Edeker rose from courtesy clerk to top of Hy-Vee. Now he's leaving after 43 years
In a career that took him from part-time courtesy clerk in the Chariton store in 1981 to CEO and chairman of the board of Iowa’s largest employer, Randy Edeker will officially retire from Hy-Vee on July 31 after 43 years with the company. Edeker was elected president of the company by stockholders in 2009 and named chairman of the board and CEO in 2012. In 2022, Edeker transitioned to executive chairman of the board, the position from...
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