Good morning, Dubuque.

Tucker, a 2-year-old hound weighing about 55 pounds and found as a stray, is on a special diet plan (to help him gain weight) and is ready for adoption at the Dubuque Regional Humane Society (4242 Chavenelle Road).

Dubuque police arrested Illinois man Terell Thomas at 8:14 p.m. on Tuesday near 15th Street and Washington Street after his silver Infinity ran a yellow light and he was found driving under the influence with four children in the car; the children’s sober mother took custody at the scene and Thomas was charged with operating while under the influence and neglect of a dependent.

The University of Dubuque’s aviation program is set to welcome a record fall class of about 500 students as it expands training at Dubuque Regional Airport to meet growing pilot demand—flight instructor Jack Mayer said the program will work with industry partners to build a future workforce.

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced that the state is offering cover crop cost-share incentives for eligible farmers.

Farmers can submit applications now for acres to be seeded this fall — program funds will be available starting in July — to support conservation efforts.

On May 14th, protesters from Escucha Mi Voz delivered a complaint at the Iowa State Patrol office in Cedar Rapids about an April 18 traffic stop that held Latin American construction workers for nearly an hour—trooper Justin Boecker accepted the complaint and provided a call-back number, though the patrol has yet to respond.

Two local conservation groups will hold a forum on May 22nd at 6 p.m. at Carnegie-Stout Public Library to gather public input for Dubuque’s parks and recreation master plan.

The groups and consultant Kimley-Horn—hired by the city for $396,000—will use the feedback to guide improvements in park quality and natural resource protection.

Today, eight area track teams—Marion, Mount Vernon, Mid-Prairie, Tipton, Iowa City West, Clear Creek Amana, Western Dubuque, and Lisbon—are set to compete in state qualifying meets with field events at 4 p.m. and track races at 4:30 p.m., aiming to secure 24 spots per event for next week’s state meet at Drake Stadium.

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.

Lunch & Learn: Gardening in Raised Beds

12:00 p.m. — Convivium Urban Farmstead — Free entry — Discover the joys of raised bed gardening with expert tips from Farm Manager AJ Shultz.

Virtual Tour of Trustwell Living

9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place — Free event — Explore a senior living community known for its exceptional care and dining options.

Johnnie Walker at Yardarm Riverfront Bar & Grill

1-5 p.m. — Yardarm Riverfront Bar & Grill — Enjoy great food, drinks, and live music with Johnnie Walker.

Dubuque's Largest Flea Market and Garage Sale

8 AM – 3 PM — Tri-State Independent Blind — Free admission — Explore over 100 tables filled with treasures and crafts all under one roof.

Ballet Des Moines Summer STEM Tour: See the Music

5-8 p.m. — Alliant Energy Amphitheater — Free entry — Explore the intersection of music, science, and dance with hands-on activities and performances.

Senior Living On-Site Tour

9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Accura HealthCare of Cascade — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living with exceptional dining and friendly staff.

The Glass Menagerie Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Five Flags Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless classic that launched Tennessee Williams to fame in this poignant exploration of family and dreams.