Good morning, Dubuque.

First Officer Alex Shupe, who once taught at the University of Dubuque, flew his 88-year-old grandmother and family on her inaugural flight over the weekend during a 35-minute trip from La Crosse Regional Airport to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (an 88-year milestone).

The Dubuque Fire Department responded on Thursday to a fire at a recycling center on the 1700 block of Radford Road — firefighters removed a burning 20‑foot pile with a loader and contained the blaze with no injuries reported.

A University of Dubuque professor (Adam Kleinschmit, PhD) discovered living bacteria in scorpion venom using DNA sequencing.

His research may help local scientists develop new antibiotics and tougher medicines in future studies.

Mya Schaefer, who nearly reached the Olympics and overcame serious injuries, now coaches the U-12 race team at Sundown Mountain in Dubuque.

She helps young skiers develop their skills & enjoy the sport.

Sourdough Bread Baking Class

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Convivium Urban Farmstead — Pay what you can — Dive into the art of sourdough with hands-on baking and fermentation techniques.

Basics of Gardening Class

9-10:30 a.m. — Convivium Urban Farmstead — Sliding scale pricing — Learn the essentials of starting your own garden with expert guidance.

Time Machine Tribute Concert

8 p.m. — Diamond Jo Casino Dubuque — Ticket prices vary — Experience three musical genres in one electrifying night with this high-energy tribute project.

Perennial Farm Gathering 2026

1-3:45 p.m. — Grand River Convention Center — Registration required — Connect with land stewards and farmers through panels and workshops focused on advancing perennial agriculture.