Riverview Center lands $575,000 grant for housing services
In her nearly four years as executive director of Riverview Center, Joey Taylor has watched many clients struggle to find a safe, stable place to…
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Union members reject tentative agreement with John Deere
Members of a major union voted Sunday to reject a tentative collective bargaining agreement with Dubuque County’s largest employer, and officials now are weighing whether…
Instacart CEO says online grocery shopping has room to grow
When the pandemic hit the U.S. last year, grocery delivery company Instacart suddenly became a lifeline for millions of consumers. Sales volumes skyrocketed; in one…
Southwest Airlines flight cancellations continue into Monday
Southwest Airlines canceled hundreds more flights today following a weekend of major service disruptions. According to Flightaware, the carrier has cancelled 348 flights and delayed…
Biz Buzz Monday: Dubuque firm settles into new location in Lower Main
Business tips sought Do you have an interesting story or news tip to share about a local business? Ideas can be shared with business reporter…
Hispanic-owned businesses celebrate culture, successes during Hispanic Heritage Month
PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — In the nearly two decades since he opened Los Amigos Mexican restaurant, owner Carlos Vasquez has watched his business blossom. “We have…
Tech Q&A: Here’s what hackers do to get past password attempt limits, and what you can do to safeguard your computer
Question: Many password-protected websites give you a few chances to type in your password correctly, then lock you out if you type the wrong thing….
Liz Weston: How gratitude can help your financial life
Gratitude makes us more aware of the sources of joy, wonder and hope in our lives. Being grateful also can improve health, strengthen relationships and…
Weekly commodity wrap-up
Food Costs More Dough Supply chain issues, increasing consumer demand, surging energy and transportation costs, and labor shortages are causing higher consumer prices. Price tags…
U.S. employers add weak 194,000 jobs as delta maintains hold
WASHINGTON — U.S. employers added just 194,000 jobs in September, a second straight tepid gain and evidence that the pandemic still has a grip on…