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Christmas by Cathy B.: Dubuque designer Cathy Breitbach ties tradition and individuality together for the holidays

Cathy Breitbach always has found ease tapping into her creative side — whether that has been on a theatrical stage or in finding an eye for pulling together an aesthetically pleasing design. “I was a dancer all my life,” said the 72-year-old Dubuque native, with a background in choreography. “But I’m also a dreamer. When […]

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Finding the funny: Comedian Lisa Lane will headline this year’s annual Her Night Out event

Lisa Lane has a hearty remedy for the hardships that life can dole out: Comedy. “It became something I was obsessed with when I needed a place to put my pain,” said Lane during a phone interview. “My father had died from dementia. The COVID-19 pandemic hit, and I lost all work. I was aging […]

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Woman of the Year: Debi Butler

At 65, many might be looking toward enjoying retirement. But for Debi Butler, she believes she’s just getting started. “I feel as though so much of the work I feel passionate about in the community is just beginning to get off the ground,” she said. “And there still is so much work to be done. […]

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Woman of Innovation: Abby Colvin

Abby Colvin had no early aspirations to embark upon a career in manufacturing. But today, with 20 years of experience built in the industry, she can’t imagine doing anything else, for any other company. “I work with amazing individuals who design and develop really incredible technology and features for our customers every day,” Colvin said. […]

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Woman Who Makes a Difference: Deb Siegworth

Growing up in Petersburg, Iowa, Deb Siegworth recalled that looking out for your fellow neighbor was something engrained in the culture of small town living. “It was just what you did,” she said. “It was a part of the whole thought process. You were taught to look out for others.” That early nugget of wisdom […]

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Woman to Watch: Megan Feldpausch

Megan Feldpausch has a passion for helping people that runs deeply. “I think it’s just something that I was brought up with,” she said. “My dad was a former deputy sheriff, so a love of community was always present. I love helping people make connections in the community. It’s just me.” For the past four […]

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Gift the smart way

November 1, 2019Family

When it comes to putting a smile on kids’ faces during the holiday season, video games are a pretty safe bet. So, how do you make buying decisions that make both kids and parents happy? And how do you choose video games that are fun for kids, but also safe and educational? Here is what...

Tips to connect between generations

October 4, 2019Family

Play is important for everyone, no matter their age. And when grandparents, parents and children play together, that’s where the real benefits of unstructured fun are discovered. “Play time with adults of different ages is not just a chance for families to bond, these interactions with positive role models can help children develop a range...

Overflowing Dubuque pregnancy center hoping to expand

October 4, 2019Business

Amanda Reeves was about as prepared to have a baby boy in late August as any 20-year-old woman could be after immersing herself in the Clarity Clinic Pregnancy Center of Dubuque. She took educational classes ranging from birthing to safe sleep in what is called First Steps. She also was referred to classes offsite for...

What ever happened to the 3-legged stool of retirement?

October 4, 2019Business

Have you ever heard of the three-legged stool of retirement? If you have, it probably was a while ago. Once considered the ideal retirement model, the three-legged stool has fallen out of favor because one of the legs — defined benefit pensions — is not as stable as it once was, and the future of...

‘A Narnia of gowns’

October 4, 2019Business

Shelby Duggan was just 11 years old when she was bitten by the entrepreneurial bug. But what began as a simple newspaper delivery route of which she could take ownership found a fitting niche as she grew older and became a fan of the popular TLC reality television series, “Say Yes to the Dress.” From...

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