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Where Did the ‘Hawkeye Wave’ Idea Come From?
Sometime towards the end of July or early August, college football begins to pick up steam and so does the excitement among fans. It's so close, yet so far. You can't really blame fans for finding anything college football-related to get excited about this time of year. The official start of the 2024-2025 college football season is on August 24th, when Florida State takes on Georgia Tech, New Mexico plays against Montana State, SMU plays against Nevada, and Del State travels to Hawaii.
Death in Illinois Leads to Food Recall & CDC Listeria Warning
A recent death in Illinois has prompted the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to issue a warning about a multistate outbreak of Listeria infections linked to deli meats, leading to a recall of Boar’s Head products. Public health officials from several states, along with the CDC and...
August’s Kwik Care Recipient Helps Alleviate the Financial Burden of Cancer
When it comes to supporting local non-profits, there might not be an easier and more impactful program than Kwik Care. If you're not aware, Kwik Care has helped raise both funds and awareness for local nonprofits. Each month, Kwik Stop and Dairy Queen help collect donations for a different organization. Donations can be made easily by requesting your total purchase at any of those businesses (including at the gas pumps at Kwik Stop) be rounded up to the nearest dollar. The additional cents used to round up will be donated to the respective charity of the month.
There’s a Traveling Blockbuster Store for Those Who Miss Renting Videos
Maybe you just can't let go of that laminated member card in your wallet that you once used every Friday night. Or you maybe you'll never know what it was like looking at shelf after shelf of VHS covers trying to find the perfect movie for you and your friends.
Dubuque Pools Move to End-of-Season Hours Starting August 5th
Hey, kids (and Parents)! Can you believe it? Summer's wrapping up, and that means it's almost time to trade in those pool noodles for pencils and notebooks. But hold on to your swim goggles—there's still time for one last splash-tastic hoorah at Flora and Sutton Pools!. Starting Monday, August...
Latest Digital Scams in Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin Target Elderly & Lonely
The Tri-State area of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin has seen an increase in internet-based scams recently. According to Dubuque police, victims are targeted through Bitcoin ATMs and fake tech support pop-ups. In fact, these scams are beginning to gather steam across the United States. Understanding these scams and knowing how to protect yourself can help keep your finances and personal information secure.
Iowa’s Newest Football Team Qualifies for Playoffs Despite Awful Record
A terrible first season for Iowa's newest football team wasn't enough to keep them out of the playoffs. The Iowa Woo are looking for the most important win of their season in the first of two playoff games in the newly formed Arena League. If you're unfamiliar, the Iowa Woo...
There’s a Secret ‘Pong’ Game in Your Instagram DMs (and It’s Super Addictive)
I like to think I'm pretty tech-savvy. I was using the space bar on my iPhone as a mousepad long before it became a viral "hidden" feature, and I was shaking my phone to "undo" before it was cool (only accidentally throwing it across the room once—so far). That's...
Starr Shines Light on Dubuque Fighting Saints Upcoming 24/25 Season
With a new season on the horizon, excitement is building for the Dubuque Fighting Saints. At the heart of the action is Josh Starr, the energetic broadcaster who brings the games to life for fans. His journey to Dubuque has been marked by a passion and dedication to hockey and sports broadcasting.
EHD Outbreaks Could Again Affect Deer Populations in Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
I have been deer hunting for many years. I've seen cases of tuberculosis and Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), but I have never heard of the disease that is currently the topic of an Iowa DNR press release, as most associated deer fatalities occur from July to September. Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease...
Every State Where Alcohol Will be Banned on Election Day in November
Whether you're wanting a drink to celebrate the arrival of the election or maybe because your candidate's campaign finally ended, there are states where you better stock up before the big day. Some states simply refuse to sell liquor on Election Day. Why States Won't Sell Alcohol On Election Day.
Why Frying Pans Are Suddenly Making More People Extremely Sick
Cookware you use in your own home could be making you sick according to researchers who are reporting an uptick in a specific illness that is affecting thousands. The illness is known as the Teflon flu, and it can make you absolutely miserable. What Is Teflon Flu?. Teflon flu is...
Meteor Showers & Northern Lights Tonight (7/30) Across Iowa, Illinois & Wisconsin
Tonight, skywatchers in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin have a rare chance to witness two meteor showers simultaneously: the Southern Delta Aquariids and the Alpha Capricornids. The Southern Delta Aquariids, known for producing faint meteors, peaked last evening (7/29) with an expected rate of 20 to 25 meteors per hour, favoring observers in the southern United States. However, with clear skies, residents in the Midwest could still catch a glimpse of this shower, this evening.
Dyersville Farm Family Honored with Iowa’s 2024 Way We Live Award
The Recker family, a proud third-generation farming family from Dyersville, Iowa, has been recognized with the 2024 Way We Live Award at the Iowa State Fair. This award celebrates families who exemplify the values of hard work and a deep love for farming, qualities that the Reckers fully embody. Charlie...
Dubuque’s Ginter Family Thanksgiving Meal Ends After 62 Years
According to a report from the Telegraph Herald, a longstanding Thanksgiving tradition in Dubuque is coming to an end. The Ginter family's annual community Thanksgiving dinner, which has been providing free meals since 1961, will no longer be held. Donna Ginter first invited a group of truckers to her home for Thanksgiving. That tradition quickly grew into a significant community event for Dubuque.
Nearly 20 Different Vegetables Sold at Popular Stores Included In Massive Recall
A new recall notice is alerting customers of a potential listeria contamination in nearly 20 different vegetables sold in stores across the U.S. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration initially issued a recall notice on July 12 that included two items produced by Wiers Farm Inc. The operation, based in Willard, Ohio, said produce sent to various stores in three states could be at risk of being contaminated with listeria.
Eastern Iowa Sunflower Plots You Can Visit & Explore for Free
Every year in July, sunflower fields and plots are blooming across the great state of Iowa. It's nice to be able to see them when you can. Now, some places will charge for you to take a gander at their flowers and usually offer other fun activities. But, what if you wanted to do some simple sunflower peeping without paying a cent? I mean other than a little gas. Well, I've got you covered, as we take a look at free to visit and view sunflower plots on public hunting lands.
Steve-O Reveals His Favorite Thing About Iowa, Talks Upcoming Dubuque Show
In June 2022, immensely popular stunt performer and TV personality Steve-O brought his "Bucket List Tour" to Dubuque. At the Five Flags Theater, he treated a sold-out crowd of fans to gnarly videos of stunts and peppered the show with stand-up material and other stories. The result had to be the filthiest show ever performed at Five Flags. And one of the funniest too!
Why French Fries Taste So Good When Dipped In Milkshakes
Don't knock it until you try it. The growing popularity of the mashup of ice cream and french fries has led some companies to consider incorporating potatoes into their desserts. But why is this combo so appealing to some people?. Why French Fries And Ice Cream Taste Good Together. There...
Seagulls Don’t Exist. Seriously.
You'll either groan when you read this or if you're anything like me, you'll stash it in your mental pocket for your next social gathering when you're in need of some small talk fodder. Yes, It's True. Seagulls Don't Exist. This isn't related to that satirical (right?) conspiracy about how...
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