Facts still matter, as does collegiality
We have all been subject to a barrage on social media as of late that lack a basis in science, fact — or for that…
Business
Coronavirus telework is creating opportunities to expand the workforce
Working from home — a privilege previously off-limits to millions of American workers, but now a necessity — has started to include clerical and administrative…
Cuba City native enjoys ‘personal connection’ as local funeral home owner
CUBA CITY, Wis. — A familiar face has taken the reins at a Cuba City funeral home. Kevin and Diane Casey retired from Casey Funeral…
Maquoketa business owner connects with teens, leading to website launch
MAQUOKETA, Iowa — A Maquoketa business has partnered with two local teens to launch a voter registration website after the girls organized a protest last…
Biz Buzz: Riverside eatery in East Dubuque; new mobile coffee business; upcycling center moving
Biz Buzz shares business tidbits from around the tri-states each Monday. This week, we highlight developments in East Dubuque, Ill., and Dubuque and Maquoketa, Iowa….
Tech Q&A
One of the big differences between Windows 10 and its predecessors is that it’s updated frequently. That might fix flaws, but it also creates new…
Clayton County startup awarded $25,000 for drone seeders
GARNAVILLO, Iowa — A Clayton County startup landed a $25,000 state grant on Friday for the development of drone seeders. Aeroseeder was one of seven…
Pandemic causes revenue shortfall for Dubuque casinos
Prolonged closures prompted by COVID-19 resulted in a 20% decline in gaming revenue at Dubuque’s two casinos over the past 12 months. The declines were…
Lancaster business owner purchases former Shopko
LANCASTER, Wis. — A Lancaster business owner has purchased the building formerly occupied by Shopko. Robert Schmidt, owner of Gasser True Value Hardware and a…
With elective procedures delayed, UnitedHealth profit spikes
The nation’s largest health insurer more than doubled its profit in the second quarter, as COVID-19 shutdowns kept patients out of doctor’s offices and off…