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

if you go if you go Event: Her Night Out Time/date: 4-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21. Site: Grand River Center, 500 Bell St., Port of Dubuque. Cost: $50 for general admission or $550 for a girlfriend table. Lisa Lane has a hearty remedy for the hardships that life can dole out: Comedy. “It became something […]

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Woman of the Year: Debi Butler
Woman of the Year: Debi Butler

At 65, many might be looking toward enjoying retirement. But for Debi Butler, she believes she’s just getting started. “I feel as though so much of the work I feel passionate about in the community is just beginning to get off the ground,” she said. “And there still is so much work to be done. […]

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Woman of Innovation: Abby Colvin
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
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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Woman to Watch: Megan Feldpausch
Woman to Watch: Megan Feldpausch

Megan Feldpausch has a passion for helping people that runs deeply. “I think it’s just something that I was brought up with,” she said. “My dad was a former deputy sheriff, so a love of community was always present. I love helping people make connections in the community. It’s just me.” For the past four […]

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