Good morning, Dubuque.

Operated by the City, Miller Riverview Park and Campground will reopen on Monday, April 21 along the Mississippi River after delays caused by relocating its water fill and dump station following last year's flooding.

Campers can reserve electric sites for $25 and primitive campsites for $18 a night with bookings available online.

The Cathedral of St. Raphael reopened yesterday after six months of interior renovations finished the final phase of a $10 million improvement project at the church, where over 200 workers helped on a nearly four-year restoration that included campus and exterior repairs like landscaping and fixing leaky roofs. Priests renewed their vows during a Chrism Mass—with a state grant covering $1.8 million and parishioners funding the rest.

The Dubuque Community School Board approved a nearly $184 million budget for the coming fiscal year with a unanimous vote Monday night, and the plan raises property taxes from about $13 to $13.05 per $1,000 of taxable value.

School officials said lower student numbers and less state aid drove the change (the new rate is still one of the lowest in similar districts).

The Dubuque Community School District is planning to consolidate its three middle schools into two to address declining enrollment and low state funding, weighing options to build a new school or renovate an existing one.

The board will seek community input at an information session on April 28 at 6 p.m.—a move expected to save nearly $2 million annually.

Volunteers are out in full force this spring carrying out the Frog and Toad Call Survey by listening at night to record which species call and how many calls are heard.

Officials say the data is key to tracking amphibian health + it may help guide future efforts to protect these sensitive species.

Sesame Street Live! in Dubuque

6-7:30 p.m. — Five Flags Center — Tickets required — Elmo and his friends bring music and fun to the stage in an engaging live performance.

Community Easter Egg Hunt

10:00-11:30 a.m. — Allison-Henderson Park — Free — Enjoy a delightful Easter Egg Hunt featuring golden egg giveaways and fun activities for kids.

Cupping with Silicone Cups Workshop

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Zeal Salon Spa & Academy — Registration required — Enhance your massage practice with effective silicone cupping techniques for pain relief and improved mobility.

RaeLynn Live Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Casino — Cheap tickets available — Experience RaeLynn's electrifying performance in an intimate setting.

Vintage Torque Fest 2025

May 2-3 — Dubuque County Fairgrounds & Event Center — Tickets required for entry — Celebrate vintage lifestyle with classic cars, live music, and good food, all for a great cause.

Dubuque Dances with the Stars 2025

6-10 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Tickets required — Experience a dazzling evening of dance showcasing local talent for a good cause.

Swan Lake Ballet Performance

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Heritage Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless beauty of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake performed by the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra and Heartland Ballet.

Turn To Stone - ELO Tribute

7-8:30 p.m. — Five Flags Center — Experience the nostalgia with the unforgettable hits of Electric Light Orchestra!

Jump: A Tribute to Van Halen

8-9:30 p.m. — Q Casino + Resort — Tickets available — Enjoy two hours of classic Van Halen hits performed by a fresh young band.

The Australian Bee Gees Show

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Ticket prices may vary — Experience a lively tribute to the Bee Gees with a long-standing Las Vegas favorite.