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‘Common unity’: Erika Hermsen creates a space for health and fitness among women in Sweat Inspire Sisterhood

There is a kindred bond that manifests when women are in the presence of other women. At least that’s what Erika Hermsen has experienced. “I see it time and time again whenever I’m in a group of other women, or whenever I’m in the studio,” she said. “The space created becomes like a safe haven […]

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Christmas by Cathy B.: Dubuque designer Cathy Breitbach ties tradition and individuality together for the holidays

Cathy Breitbach always has found ease tapping into her creative side — whether that has been on a theatrical stage or in finding an eye for pulling together an aesthetically pleasing design. “I was a dancer all my life,” said the 72-year-old Dubuque native, with a background in choreography. “But I’m also a dreamer. When […]

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Finding the funny: Comedian Lisa Lane will headline this year’s annual Her Night Out event

Lisa Lane has a hearty remedy for the hardships that life can dole out: Comedy. “It became something I was obsessed with when I needed a place to put my pain,” said Lane during a phone interview. “My father had died from dementia. The COVID-19 pandemic hit, and I lost all work. I was aging […]

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Woman of Innovation: Abby Colvin

Abby Colvin had no early aspirations to embark upon a career in manufacturing. But today, with 20 years of experience built in the industry, she can’t imagine doing anything else, for any other company. “I work with amazing individuals who design and develop really incredible technology and features for our customers every day,” Colvin said. […]

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Woman Who Makes a Difference: Deb Siegworth

Growing up in Petersburg, Iowa, Deb Siegworth recalled that looking out for your fellow neighbor was something engrained in the culture of small town living. “It was just what you did,” she said. “It was a part of the whole thought process. You were taught to look out for others.” That early nugget of wisdom […]

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Starting a new fitness routine as part of your New Year’s resolutions? Protecting your feet is critical

by statepoint mediaJanuary 5, 2026Health & Wellness

“No pain, no gain” might be a motto for most workouts, but “too much, too soon” can lead to foot and ankle injuries, which can sabotage fitness goals,” said Jeffrey Loveland, a foot and ankle surgeon and Fellow Member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. As you follow through on your New...

Running a 5K on your New Year’s resolutions list? Here are 3 tips to getting there

by statepoint mediaJanuary 5, 2026Health & Wellness

If you’ve seen friends and family members on social media talking about their recent holiday trots, you might be dreaming of running your own 5K race in 2026. Smash each kilometer with these tips: Following a training plan can help you build not only the endurance you’ll need to complete the race distance, but a...

3 recipes that will get dinner on the table in less than 45 minutes

BY by nicole hvidstenJanuary 5, 2026Food

The holiday season seems to fly by at a record pace. In addition to the hustle and bustle of daily life, there are concerts, parties and friends who want to connect. By the new year, it’s easy to give up on the dinner routine. But then a cookbook comes along like the newest Milk Street...

Declutter: Simple resolutions that will help you take back your home

by statepoint mediaJanuary 5, 2026Home & Garden

Are your possessions overwhelming your living spaces and causing you stress? Keep clutter at bay with these three resolutions: Tackle 1 pile per day Clearing out clutter often is emotional, so don’t overwhelm yourself by taking on too much at once. Instead, resolve to tackle just one manageable pile or surface a day. Stop clutter...

Holiday calendar packed with tri-state area events, activities

by erik hogstromDecember 1, 2025Travel

The tri-state area’s calendar of activities is filling up as temperatures drop. “We do have quite a lot of activity (in December),” said Keith Rahe, president and CEO of Travel Dubuque. “That helps us continue to be a four-season destination.” Rahe said May to November are the strongest months for Dubuque-area tourism, but lighting displays,...

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Starting a new fitness routine as part of your New Year’s resolutions? Protecting your feet is critical

Running a 5K on your New Year’s resolutions list? Here are 3 tips to getting there

3 recipes that will get dinner on the table in less than 45 minutes

Declutter: Simple resolutions that will help you take back your home

Holiday calendar packed with tri-state area events, activities

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Starting a new fitness routine as part of your New Year’s resolutions? Protecting your feet is critical

Running a 5K on your New Year’s resolutions list? Here are 3 tips to getting there

3 recipes that will get dinner on the table in less than 45 minutes

Declutter: Simple resolutions that will help you take back your home

Holiday calendar packed with tri-state area events, activities

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