By Michael Lawrence | Published April 14, 2010
Dan Neeble is professor at Loras College in the engineering and computer technology departments, but lately he has been getting his body ready for the rigors of Ragbrai for the summer. “I have been working out to get some exercise,” said Neeble. “I’m trying to build up some strength, agility, and flexibility for Ragbrai.” One [...]
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By Michael Lawrence | Published April 14, 2010
By Michael Lawrence | Published March 24, 2010
By Michael Lawrence | Published March 10, 2010
Snowboarders and skiers around eastern Iowa have come to Sundown Ski Resort to experience the thrill of going down snowy slopes. However, there are two snowboarders that are raising some eyebrows around the mountain. The first is Wesley Muresan, who is starting to become a household name across the country at the age of three. [...]
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By Michael Lawrence | Published March 10, 2010
By Michael Lawrence | Published February 24, 2010
There is a place in downtown Dubuque where can people can try and escape the dog days of winter with their canine companions. Fido Fitness is the first indoor gym facility for both pets and people in the state of Iowa. Mary and Mark Erschen have been offering Fido Fitness since 2008 but they were [...]
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By Michael Lawrence | Published February 24, 2010
By Michael Lawrence | Published February 12, 2010
Being in the same class room with your parents can seem embarrassing if not downright weird, especially if it is a class where fighting is encouraged. However, members at the Dubuque YMCA are taking a karate class that involves both parents and children. Instructor Kyle Cox, father of six, first started teaching his own children [...]
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By Michael Lawrence | Published February 12, 2010
By Michael Lawrence | Published December 04, 2009