Coming full circle: Iowa’s Maddie Poppe reflects on home, music career ahead of Her Night Out
Coming full circle: Iowa’s Maddie Poppe reflects on home, music career ahead of Her Night Out

In more ways than one, Maddie Poppe has come full circle. The 26-year-old singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist hailing from humble Clarksville, Iowa, might be best known for taking the win on season 16 of ABC’s “American Idol.” But prior to that, she was simply a sweet, small-town girl, singing songs in the company of her […]

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Woman of the Year: Pam Jochum
Woman of the Year: Pam Jochum

Pam Jochum didn’t initially feel called to politics. “It was a journey that started when I was maybe about 20 years old,” she said. “It wasn’t until Tom Jochum and I started going to caucus. The next thing you know, Tom is elected and we’re going to conventions. I just found that I was so […]

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Reflection: Overcoming imposter syndrome
Reflection: Overcoming imposter syndrome

A new month, new energy, new business. As we highlight women in business this month and salute those women who strive for success, I must salute myself as well. I love to share my life with those who continue to follow my work along this path I’ve found myself on. In September, just five months […]

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Woman of Innovation: Dawn Lueken
Woman of Innovation: Dawn Lueken

Dawn Lueken had always been a voracious reader. “I still am to this day,” said the 49-year-old. “Nobody loves books more than I do. I just want to get my hands on everything.” So, it came as a surprise when the Wahlert Catholic High School and Coe College grad with aspirations of becoming an English […]

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Woman Who Makes a Difference: Alycia Willenbring
Woman Who Makes a Difference: Alycia Willenbring

Alycia Willenbring discovered a passion for the environment as early as her grade school science classes, opening her awareness to a new world. However, she never anticipated it would lead her in the direction it has. The 33-year-old is a resource conservationist for the National Resource Conservation Service, serving Dubuque, Delaware, Jackson and Jones counties. […]

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Woman to Watch: Ivonne Simmonds-Fals
Woman to Watch: Ivonne Simmonds-Fals

Ivonne Simmonds-Fals sees the community as fertile soil — an environment she has been able to plant roots, grow and continue to thrive in a plethora of creative ways. “Dubuque is a small community, but it’s one where you can make an impact,” said the 36-year-old. “You can see the things that you do, and […]

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A skin care ingredient to fall for: Pomegranate

April 2, 2021
Did you know that approximately 80% to 99% of what we see on our skin as adults is a result of our exposure to daylight? This is known as photoaging. According to the International Dermal Institute, photoaging is an increase in wrinkle formation, a loss of tension and elasticity, degeneration of the vascular supply and...

Leadership: Is imitation really the highest form of flattery?

March 26, 2021
Have you ever heard that imitation is the highest form of flattery? Do you have any mini-mes at home who have mastered imitating you? Are you flattered? I have seen my children imitate my words, my tone of voice, even my cooking and cleaning habits. Sometimes, I am flattered and proud. Other times, I am...

Moms, and particularly Black moms, are bearing the brunt of the job losses during the pandemic, setting back efforts to climb the economic ladder

March 26, 2021
Marie Lourdie Pierre-Jacques still breaks down when she recounts the phone call that pulled the rug out from under her. One of thousands of hotel workers placed on temporary layoff at the start of the pandemic, she thought the October call with her employer was to discuss health insurance. Instead, she said, she was told...

Her Book Club: Children portray icons of Black history in new educational book

March 26, 2021
There is a close-up photo of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speaking from a podium, holding on to it firmly as if he is leaning in to the enormous task ahead. In the new book, “That They Lived: African Americans Who Changed the World,” that photo is paired with a portrait of Rochelle Riley’s grandson,...

My Chic Obsession: 3 unexpected fashion combos that actually work

March 26, 2021
When it comes to fashion, there are no rules. Although there always is a place for classic looks and timeless outfits, sometimes you’ve got to wear something a little outside of the box. That’s where these unexpected fashion combos come in. Pairing items that you wouldn’t normally expect is a great way to stand out...
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