Good morning, Dubuque.

City leaders unveiled the 2026 RAGBRAI route and logo on Monday; the course, inspired by local landmarks (including the Mississippi River), guides riders past key streets to the dip site at A.Y.

McDonald Park and is expected to boost the local economy by $2 million when it runs July 18-25.

Sleep Theory will headline Rock Night at the Dubuque County Fair on Friday, July 31 after tickets went on sale yesterday (Monday, March 23).

Fans can expect a setlist with hits from Afterglow and the Paper Hearts EP.

Lawmakers in Iowa are advancing a bill to change dog breeding guidelines by raising the threshold from three to six intact dogs—aiming to target problematic operations while keeping inspections unchanged.

Animal care advocates stress that pet owners should research breeders carefully to ensure proper animal welfare.

The City of Dubuque Water Department has issued a boil water advisory for about 5,500 southern addresses due to a main break and a scheduled shutdown.

Residents must boil water for drinking and food prep until tests show no bacteria, which may take until late Tuesday.

Bunker Hill Golf Course will open today at 10 a.m. at 2200 Bunker Hill Rd (Dubuque) and all 18 holes are ready for walking and golf carts while reservations are encouraged.

Paint Party at Goose & Giggles

6-8 p.m. — Goose & Giggles Play Cafe — 1 drink included — Enjoy a fun step-by-step painting tutorial on a 16x20 canvas.

Puzzle Palooza Competition and Fundraiser

10 a.m.-12 p.m. — Dubuque County Library - Asbury Branch — $60 per team of 4 — Compete to complete a 500-piece puzzle and support the library with friends.

Dubuque Artifact Show

8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Dubuque County Fairgrounds & Event Center — Admission details not specified — Discover fascinating artifacts and connect with local history enthusiasts.

Financial Literacy 101 — She Unites

6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Innovation Lab — Free entry — Learn about the essentials of achieving financial freedom through savings, assets, and wealth transfer.