Good morning, Dubuque.

Drug dealer Shon Dwayne Perkins, 37, was sentenced to five years in federal prison after pleading guilty on December 19th, 2024 for selling a fentanyl-xylazine mixture near a protected area in Dubuque—evidence showed his sale led to a drug user developing necrosis and permanent arm scarring while he awaits transfer.

On July 4th the 61st Annual Audrey Hammer Fourth of July Ice Cream Social raised more than $480 to help save the Mathias Ham Historic Site—an old landmark that shows Iowa life in the 1800s.

People enjoyed picnic food and history demos while leaders like Mayor Brad Cavanagh got a whipped cream pie in a friendly vote.

Delaware County saw a 35.7% drop in food stamp use as 852 residents received SNAP benefits in 2024 compared to 1,326 in 2015 — data from Iowa Health and Human Services shows the change.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

Daily — Clarke University — Cost varies — Enhance your shooting and ball handling skills through intensive training and expert coaching.

Women’s Group Monthly Luncheon

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The Vault Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge — Free entry — Monthly gathering for food and fellowship supporting local missions.

Maurice Benard Live

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — $ — Celebrate over 30 years of Maurice Benard as Sonny Corinthos with an engaging live event.

CCC 2025 Dubuque Puzzle Palooza

5:30-10 p.m. — Backpocket Dubuque — Registration required — Compete with your team for puzzles and enjoy food, drinks, and raffles for a good cause.

Live Animals with Dubuque County Conservation

6-7 p.m. — Dubuque County Library - Asbury Branch — Free entry — Engage with turtles, snakes, and salamanders guided by local conservationists.

Wayland Live Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Q Casino + Resort — Free entry — Experience the high-energy blend of Country-Rock with Wayland and Too Hot For Leather.

Kayaking at Heritage Pond

4:30-7:30 p.m. — Heritage Pond — RSVP required — Paddle along with naturalists for a refreshing kayaking experience in the serene surroundings of Heritage Pond.