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Motherhood journey: Tessa Anderson, of Dubuque, welcomes parenting with open arms

Tessa Anderson wasn’t sure she wanted to become a mom. “I had always been one of those people who dug her heels in and said, ‘Nope. I’m not having kids,’ especially when I was younger,” said the 30-year-old, of Dubuque. “People would say to me, ‘You’ll probably feel differently about it when you’re older. But […]

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The power of female relationships: She Unites connects Dubuque area women through activities, events

Upcoming events Upcoming events Feb. 19: Recess — Kickboxing, Loras College. March 19: “A Life of Fulfillment,” Jordan Fullan,” The Innovation Lab. March 29: Guided meditation, The Health Spa. April 16: “The Art of Delighting,” Katie Bailey, The Innovation lab. May 10: Pickleball tournament, Veterans Memorial Park. More information: SheUnitesIowa.com When Nat Finley relocated to […]

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An EVolving business: Lindsey Einsweiler and Chelsea Vollmer bring self-care to the forefront with Dubuque spa

EVolve Day Spa EVolve Day Spa Location: 3430 Dodge St., Suite 2. Contact: 563-258-9200 or evolvedayspa@yahoo.com. Online: evolvedayspadbq.com Book online: evolvedayspadbq.as.me/schedule/b2b2def4 Open by appointment only. Closed Sundays. Lindsey Einsweiler and Chelsea Vollmer have a similar philosophy when it comes to new year’s resolutions. “We wish that people wouldn’t wait or see becoming healthier and making […]

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Green girl: Tiffany Vance crafts a business out of handmade decor from locally grown and upcycled treasures

learn more Merry Millwork Market: 4-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, Millwork District. Holiday Magic on Main: 5-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, Platteville, Wis. Contact: Facebook.com/GreenGirlsWreathCo or email greengirlswreathco@gmail.com. On a quaint piece of land just hugging the edge of downtown Platteville, Wis., sits a small yellow workshop, converted from […]

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Season schedule: Upcoming events poised to boost holiday spirits in tri-states

Upcoming events throughout the tri-state will lift holiday spirits and put attendees in the mood for the season ahead. Here is a sampling of local events featuring Santa, ballet dancers, Christmas trees, holiday treats, carols and more. Reflections in the Park Times/dates: 5-10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28-Sunday, Jan. 5. Site: Louis Murphy Park, Dubuque. Cost: […]

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

if you go if you go Event: Her Night Out, featuring Maddie Poppe, presented by Her magazine — a product of TH Media. Time/date: 4-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21. Site: Five Flags Center, 405 Main St. Cost: $50 for general admission or $550 for a girlfriend table. In more ways than one, Maddie Poppe has […]

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How to style a stunning spring garden

May 7, 2021Home & Garden

As the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers, and if you want to get the most out of your buds, you’ll have to take the proper steps to carefully design your spring garden. If you haven’t started on your garden this season, it’s not too late. Garden Gate magazine says depending on the temperatures...

Reflection: Priced to sell

May 7, 2021Home & Garden

Whether you are looking for a new home, selling yours or just visiting open houses for the heck of it, it helps to understand real estate lingo. Here are some translations: New listing — owner confident; wait a few weeks. Owner transferred — owner nervous. Priced to sell — owner desperate. Nonconforming fourth bedroom —...

Need a last-minute gift idea for Mom? Surprise her with these DIY kitchen makeovers you can do in an afternoon

May 7, 2021Home & Garden

Kitchen upgrades make a huge impact. Not only do they have daily “good feeling” appeal for current homeowners, but they also can offer a great return on investment when it’s time to sell. They’ve also become an ideal gathering space for friends and families. It’s no surprise that kitchens were the second leading site of...

Opinion: Finding the true beauty within

megan.gloss@thmedia.comApril 30, 2021Beauty & Fashion

An old boyfriend once suggested to me that if I didn’t have such fat legs, I would be “perfect.” I feared to ask exactly what “perfect” meant. I always had been insecure about my legs. I have legs from my mom’s side of the family: Short and chunky. If there ever were a cankle, I...

Leadership: Sometimes, less can mean more

megan.gloss@thmedia.comApril 30, 2021Business

According to the calendar, spring arrived a few weeks ago. The longer days, an abundance of birds in my yard and the fresh scent in the air have convinced me that we are moving in a warmer direction. They also have motivated me to take on another popular spring activity — spring cleaning. I prefer...

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