Good morning, Dubuque.

Carnegie-Stout Public Library in Dubuque will expand its Makerspace, teen area, and staff space after a $1 million donation from longtime visitor Robert Mutschler (a patron).

A contractor is to be chosen on April 16 and the project will finish by year’s end, increasing capacity from three to eight users.

The Archdiocese of Dubuque will reveal its new pastorate plan on April 11 as part of its Journey in Faith initiative — the update includes priest assignments and an interim Mass schedule from July 15 through Jan.

15, with final ministry plans to follow.

Fans at the Dubuque County Fair on Friday, July 31 can see ALBORN open for headliner Sleep Theory.

The Northern Illinois rockers will bring high-energy rock+metal to set the tone while tickets are available now.

Today, Iowa Corn Growers Association president Mark Mueller said a summer waiver letting fuel companies sell E15 is only a temporary fix as local farmers will visit the White House to urge year-round sales amid high input costs, though critics fear it could boost smog in warm weather.

Dubuque County will pave two miles of the Heritage Trail near Dyersville to concrete later this year using a $500K federal grant and $125K local match.

Design is underway and construction may begin before fall — the upgrade will improve accessibility for residents and visitors.

Seippel Rd. southbound lane has been closed since 7 a.m. March 26 for repairs and will reopen at 5 p.m. April 17; motorists must use the detour via Chavenelle Rd., Northwest Arterial, Dodge St. (U.S. Hwy 20), and Old Highway Rd. while northbound traffic is unaffected.

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.