Some positive economic news for the Dubuque area today:
John Deere says some of its workforce will be returning to their jobs in mid-February at the Dubuque Works facility.
Today Deere officials announced due to increased production demand, 24 employees will be coming back to support production of dozer assembly and general factory needs. During the summer of 2024, Deere reduced workforce by roughly133 positions from the Dubuque facility.
Company officials also announced 75 workers will be recalled to John Deere Davenport Works.