DRA distributes another $410,000 in grants to dozens of local charities
The Dubuque Racing Association Board of Directors on Tuesday approved about $410,000 in grant funding to local nonprofits, providing an important — albeit delayed —…
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Tri-state-area home sales boom in 2020
In many corners of the economy, 2020 was a year marked by reduced activity and sales declines. The opposite phenomenon unfolded in the local real…
Illinois officials ease bar, restaurant COVID-19 restrictions in Jo Daviess County
Illinois officials say enough progress has been made against COVID-19 to again allow limited indoor service in bars and restaurants in the region that includes…
Local transportation, logistics firms experience growth, change amid pandemic
Over the past 10 months, the economy has ebbed, flowed and been reshaped by the COVID-19 pandemic. The tumultuous business conditions have affected a wide…
2nd try: Chicago-based pizza chain on cusp of Dubuque opening
After a multi-year delay, plans to bring a Chicago-based pizza chain to Dubuque’s Millwork District seem to have hit their stride. A Gino’s East location…
‘A great joint venture:’ Taproom, restaurant near openings in Cascade
CASCADE, Iowa — Construction is nearing completion for two new Cascade businesses in a revamped downtown building. The former Corner Tap building at 201 First…
SW Wisconsin small businesses benefit from $5.2 million in pandemic grants
PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — A Dickeyville trucking company, Cuba City insurance brokerage, Hazel Green woodworker and Platteville dry cleaner are among 1,381 small businesses in the…
New competition offers funds for filling commercial space in downtown Dubuque
Initiative aims to fill commercial space downtown A nonprofit dedicated to supporting economic development in downtown Dubuque has rolled out a new grant program. Dubuque…
New Dubuque eatery, grocery store delivers ‘Taste of Europe’
Cooking is something of a family tradition for Selma Durakovic and her mother. Now, they seek to share their passion for food locally while bringing…
Playing the name game
When a business colleague remembers your name and uses it while speaking to you, it can be very flattering. If the CEO knows your name…