Welcome to 
The Golden View
​June 2025 Edition

39th Fireworks & Air Show
​ by Perry Mason, General Manager, Radio Dubuque, Inc.

The July 3rd fireworks and air show is coordinated annually by the four radio stations of Radio Dubuque (AM 1370 KDTH, 92.9 KATFM, 97.3 the Rock, and 101.1 the River) and the Dubuque Jaycees. 2025 will be the 39th show and promises to be bigger and better than ever!

Dubuque’s Independence Day Spectacular is dedicated annually to the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who help protect the freedoms we enjoy today. Many military aircraft have been featured in the shows over the years. In their flyovers, U.S. Air Force pilots have reported that they estimate the Tri-State crowd size to be in excess of 250,000 people. It has evolved into the biggest community event in the tri-states.

Although the celebration can be seen from all over the Tri-State area, “Show Central” is located in the AY McDonald Park next to the Hawthorn Boat Ramp just below Lock and Dam 11. If you are planning to celebrate in this area, or anywhere near, please remember to arrive early (probably before 4pm) and pack and plan to be there through the end of the fireworks. It is often very hot that time of year and you are strongly encouraged to keep your pets at home. 

The Air Show will begin at approximately 6pm and the line-up includes: Vanguard Squadron, Window World's All Veteran's Group Parachute Team, A-10 Warthog demo, USAF Heritage Flight with an F-35 and a WWII Warbird, and more. 

And then at dusk...the fireworks extravaganza! For a listing of all events associated with this year’s celebration, log on to radiodubuque.com and go to the fireworks logo.

​The only way the radio stations and the Jaycees have the ability to put on this show each year is through the financial support of good corporate citizens. Thank you to EVERYONE for your past and present support, we couldn’t do it without you!

Window World's All Veteran's Group Parachute Team

Senior discounts are even more important now

The price increases we might see because of the expected tariffs make this a good time to get used to hunting for senior discounts on all the goods and services we need and want.

As usual, the definition of “senior” varies from store to store and restaurant to restaurant. One might stick to the age 65, when we used to start collecting Social Security, and others might look at age 50, when AARP starts identifying us as potential subscribers — or anywhere in between.

Despite the occasional confusion about age, there are discounts to be had.

Shop your local stores first. They’re more likely to offer senior discounts because they want your business, and your repeat business. 

Check Goodwill and The Salvation Army stores for discount days. 

Ask your local grocery stores about senior discount days. You might need a loyalty card, but even those can often get you rewards cash. 

Don’t forget pharmacies, eyeglass stores, gyms, clothing stores, travel agencies, movie theaters, insurance agents, auto repair locations — anywhere you spend money. They’re not likely to offer you any discount unless you ask for it. But they do want your business, and it’s to their benefit to give you a discount.

Scroll through the discount area of the AARP website and see if a membership makes sense for you. (I get $20 off an annual Walmart+ plan, which pays for my AARP membership.)

Search for discounts online by looking for “senior discounts 2025” and your area. Then call in advance to verify that a certain discount is available. 

Don’t be shy about asking. In fact, before you go to any restaurant or store, make it a rule to call and inquire, and to verify the age they consider senior. After all, it’s your money, and every dollar discounted is a dollar you get to keep.

​© 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Pursuit of the Podium Candidates Raise a Record $47,847 for 
​Dubuque Symphony Orchestra
by Kathleen Hoeper, Director of Marketing and Community Relations, Dubuque Symphony Orchestra

The Dubuque Symphony Orchestra (DSO) is excited to announce that the 2025 Pursuit of the Podium winner is Bob Woodward! 

Bob Woodward, after a successful career in retail, software, and market research, rejoined Woodward Communications, Inc. as Vice President of Strategic Planning and Business Development, leading acquisitions, divestitures, and digital innovations. In 2019, he became Vice President of Community Media and Publisher of TH Media, guiding the division through COVID-19 and supply chain challenges. Retiring in 2024, he now focuses on supporting local journalism by promoting news reporting and fundraising for two community journalism funds. His leadership has significantly shaped media innovation and resilience in challenging times.

From February 10 to April 16 Woodward, along with fellow contestants Kevin Dragotto and Wes Hartig, raised money on behalf of the DSO. Woodward raised the most funds and, as a result, will take Maestro Intriligator’s place on the podium to conduct a selection at the orchestra’s Summer Melodies Concert, which will be held at the Alliant Energy Amphitheater, June 29, 2025. 

Kara Murphy, Director of Development, emphasized, "The passion shown by this year's Pursuit of the Podium participants to support the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra was inspiring. Their community education efforts and fundraising event contributions will have an immediate impact on our programs. Ultimately, the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra’s patrons, music education and music appreciation students are the real winners."

​Funds generated from Pursuit of the Podium will support the DSO’s overall mission, which is to engage the tri-state community and enrich its quality of life through live musical performances and educational programs. Now in its 66th season, the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra serves more than 25,000 tri-state area residents each year and are proud to present world-class musical experiences for all ages to enjoy.

Pursuit of the Podium winner, Bob Woodward

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