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A neighborhood hub: Roux Conlon Loar helps bring a taste of France, Italy to Dubuque’s South Grandview neighborhood

Roux & Lucia Roux & Lucia Bistro and Market: 620 S. Grandview Ave. Hours: • 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday. • 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday. • 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday. Bakery: 333 Bryant St. Hours: • 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. • 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. • 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Online: rouxandlucia.com It’s a sun filled […]

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A love for the classroom: Dubuque elementary school teacher Stephanie Vondal crafts community through teaching

For Stephanie Vondal, June, July and August don’t necessarily equate to time outside of the classroom. “This is my fourth year running the summer reading program,” said the 40-year-old educator who, by summer, serves at the site supervisor at Table Mound Elementary School for Dubuque Community School District’s Summer Academy, a free four-week program that […]

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Conservation & compassion: Andra Olney-Larson hones a unique calling in conservation and end-of-life care

Casper Creek Natural Cemetery Casper Creek Natural Cemetery Location: 870 Pine Knob Road, Galena, Ill. (cemetery, open dawn to dusk); 126 N. Main St., Elizabeth, Ill. (office, by appointment only). Phone: 815-677-3411 Email: CasperCreekNC@gmail.com Online: caspercreeknaturalcemetery.com When Andra Olney-Larson attends meetings with other members of the funeral director associations that represent the tri-state community, she […]

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Fire & ice: Dubuque artist’s travels inspire her latest work

Simply Elegant Boutique Simply Elegant Boutique Location: 130 S. Main St., Galena, Ill. Phone: 815-777-3720 Online: simplyelegantboutique.com Jenni Brant loves to get her hands dirty. The 46-year-old artist has long had a love affair with clay, creating tumblers, plates, wine stoppers and other usable ceramic pieces decorated with delicate designs on a backdrop of bright […]

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An elegant vibe: Robin Vaughn builds a business through home and fashion in Galena, Ill.

Simply Elegant Boutique Simply Elegant Boutique Location: 130 S. Main St., Galena, Ill. Phone: 815-777-3720 Online: simplyelegantboutique.com Robin Vaughn has developed a reputation for taking risks. “I think sometimes people think I’m a little crazy,” said the 56-year-old, with a laugh. “Like, ‘OK. We’re going to bring in furniture. And now, we’re going to bring […]

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Fashionista: Erica Brewer curates a space for looks to inspire life

Belle Allure Minkz & Boutique Belle Allure Minkz & Boutique Location: 1736 Central Ave. Online: Facebook.com/bellealluremink and Instagram.com/bellealluremink. Erica Brewer has endured heartbreaking loss, and many trials and tribulations to get to where she is today. But the 42-year-old’s philosophy can be summed up in the very words that adorn the walls of her downtown […]

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Moms, and particularly Black moms, are bearing the brunt of the job losses during the pandemic, setting back efforts to climb the economic ladder

March 5, 2021Business

Marie Lourdie Pierre-Jacques still breaks down when she recounts the phone call that pulled the rug out from under her. One of thousands of hotel workers placed on temporary layoff at the start of the pandemic, she thought the October call with her employer was to discuss health insurance. Instead, she said, she was told...

Money: What do low interest rates mean for retirement?

by claire damgaardMarch 5, 2021Business

When interest rates are low, you might have questions about how this affects your financial strategy. Low interest rates often make investors worry about lagging returns. Investors might consider adding income annuities to their retirement portfolio. How to compare income-generating solutions when interest rates are low When looking at ways to achieve financial security in...

Reflection: The 10 commandments of grandparenting

March 5, 2021Family

1. Thou shalt offer neither suggestions nor commentary regarding names for thy expected grandchild, even if the proffered name is that of a fruit, an animal or a day of the week. 2. Thou shalt not permit thy grandchild to cheat at games; neither shall thee stop playing until said grandchild has won. 3. Thou...

The empty nest: Reclaiming the coop

March 5, 2021Family

Re-feathering an empty nest Megan Amos, a licensed mental health counselor and owner of Compass Counseling in Dubuque, offers these tips for parents who are or will soon be empty nesters: Honor your feelings and give yourself time and space to grieve and adjust to a new normal. You might experience feelings of sadness, loss,...

Opinion: Parenting with a pinch of grace

March 5, 2021Family

“When I have kids, they are not going to watch TV.” “When I have kids, they are not going to have such an extreme number of toys.” “Oh, I will never let my kid play video games.” “iPad? Are you kidding me? Never will my kid’s beautiful little eyes be exposed to a screen.” These...

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Moms, and particularly Black moms, are bearing the brunt of the job losses during the pandemic, setting back efforts to climb the economic ladder

Money: What do low interest rates mean for retirement?

Reflection: The 10 commandments of grandparenting

The empty nest: Reclaiming the coop

Opinion: Parenting with a pinch of grace

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Moms, and particularly Black moms, are bearing the brunt of the job losses during the pandemic, setting back efforts to climb the economic ladder

Money: What do low interest rates mean for retirement?

Reflection: The 10 commandments of grandparenting

The empty nest: Reclaiming the coop

Opinion: Parenting with a pinch of grace

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