Good morning, Dubuque.

Eastern Iowa is hosting a busy July full of fairs, concerts and festivals.

In Dubuque, the County Fair runs from July 28 through Aug. 2 (offering rides, food and live music), while nearby cities provide a range of events for all ages.

The school board approved a 21-year leaseback with Keystone Area Education Agency for the 17-acre property (2310 Chaney Road) after a $1.9M purchase on June 22.

Administrative staff will return by Aug. 1 to operate special education, the online school, and an at-risk re-engagement center.

The Dubuque Community School District Board approved a $2M purchase+ of the Keystone AEA facility, with Keystone leasing 3,000 sqft under a three-year extension+ to host the Re-engage Dubuque program and online classes.

Iowa will rejoin the federal Sun Bucks program to give about 220,000 kids a $40 monthly food benefit during summer break, and state rules now bar using the funds to buy candy, soda, or sugary drinks.

The state will spend $1.3 million to secure $26 million in food assistance.

Music on the Mound: Men's Choir of Auvignon

6-7 p.m. — Sinsinawa Mound Center — Free entry — Experience an evening of enchanting French choral music in a sacred and intimate space.

DCW Presents: Welcome to Dub City

6-9 p.m. — Grand River Convention Center — PG-13 suggested — Witness the debut of Dubuque's first professional wrestling company in an action-packed evening.

Whiskey Myers Concert

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Back Waters Amp — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of Southern rock with Whiskey Myers in a lively atmosphere.

DCI: Drum Corps International

7 p.m. — Dalzell Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling performances of top drum corps in an electrifying atmosphere.