A semi fire in Dubuque spread to a business’ dumpster and resulted in a fluid spill. Dubuque fire crews responded to the fire near Simmons Pet Food Monday afternoon. Crews were able to suppress the fire, but the semi had a significant coolant and engine oil leak that resulted in some contaminated runoff into an adjacent grassy field. Fire crews worked with a recycling contractor to remove and dump the smoldering contents of the dumpster in a safe location. No injuries to fire personnel or facility personnel were reported.  The semi sustained heavy fire damage and was declared a total loss, with an estimated replacement value of $175,000. Additionally, the fire compromised the side wall of a nearby dumpster, resulting in an estimated replacement cost of $8,500. 

The City of Platteville has announced a rescheduled date for the new pool’s ribbon cutting and grand opening. Due to an unexpected delay in the arrival of two key pool filters, the Pool Ribbon Cutting Ceremony has been rescheduled to Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 p.m., with the official Ribbon Cutting at 4:30 p.m. Music in the Park takes place the same night from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at City Park. The earlier ribbon-cutting time provides an opportunity for community members to celebrate the  new pool, then enjoy an evening of live music.  

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed an executive order Monday that will establish an Office of Outdoor Recreation for Iowa. Reynolds signed the order at an event near Indianola. The office will serve as an extension of the Iowa Tourism Office under the Iowa Economic Development Authority. 

Iowa’s Democratic candidate for governor announced the selection of a running mate. Rob Sand announced that Dave Muhlbauer will join the ticket as candidate for lieutenant governor. A press release states that Muhlbauer is a member of the Crawford County Board of Supervisors and a fifth-generation family farmer. Sand will face Republican Zach Lahn in the race for Iowa governor. 

Today marks the 42nd anniversary of the Barneveld E5 tornado that occurred June 8, 1984. Barneveld was hit shortly before 1:00 AM and the tornado killed 9 people were killed, with another 200 injured. 93 homes were destroyed, and 64 were damaged. Seventeen of eighteen businesses and public buildings in the village were destroyed. Some 25 million dollars worth of damage occurred in Barneveld alone. The total path length was about 36 miles and the tornado was on the ground for 59 minutes. The rebuilding of Barneveld also inspired Miller Lite to make a commercial highlighting the town’s determination in the aftermath. 

National Weather Service Barneveld tornado assessments: June 8, 1984, Barneveld, WI F5 Tornado

Target is recalling baby wipes sold nationwide because they could be contaminated with bacteria that can cause serious and life-threatening infections in young children. Target is voluntarily recalling its Up & Up Fragrance Free and Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes after receiving complaints about the wipes getting discolored. Testing by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration later revealed the presence of bacteria that may result in serious and life-threatening infections in babies and young children. Target says it has received complaints of eye and skin irritation as well as some infections associated with the use of the wipes. Customers can call Target Guest Relations  for more information. 

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig said the state “stands ready” to protect livestock and farmers from screwworm. Naig’s statement came in a press release issued Friday, two days after the U.S. Department confirmed the nation’s first case of New World Screw Worm was detected in Texas. Screw Worm is a parasitic fly that infests and feeds on warm-blooded animals, including humans. A sample from a Texas calf was tested and confirmed to be infected by the USDA’s Veterinary Field Services Laboratories in Ames. The parasite poses no risk to food safety. 

An extended Dubuque street closure is set to start. A section of Loras Boulevard from Bluff Street to Walnut Street will be closed from 7 a.m. today, until 5 p.m. July 17 for street construction and repairs. Motorists will need to follow the posted detour and/or use a different route during this time. 

The Wisconsin and Iowa transportation departments announced the free car ferry at Lansing will close June 11-12 while workers float a pre-assembled bridge section downstream by barge and lift it into place. Construction crews will float the center span downstream Thursday morning, then lift the massive piece into place and connect it to bridge sections already built from both shores. The process will take several hours. The U.S. Coast Guard and Army Corps of Engineers will restrict all boat traffic around the construction site during the two-day closure.  

Major League Baseball officials have announced ticket lottery registration has opened for Iowa residents to attend this summer’s major league game at a stadium adjacent to the Field of Dreams movie site in Dyersville. Iowa residents have an exclusive opportunity to register for the ticket lottery beginning today. The registration window closes for the Twins and Phillies game on Thursday, June 11. Ticket lottery winners will be selected June 17, with the sales of those tickets beginning June 18. Lottery winners will have an opportunity to purchase two tickets.