Good morning, Dubuque.

Q Casino+ Resort and Dubuque Racing Association announced promotions today as Lance Carnahan became Vice President/General Manager and Diana Schultz became Director of Hospitality.

Carnahan, who served there since 2018, and Schultz, employed since 2022, will help guide the property's future.

Washington Middle School could close after the 2027-2028 school year as the district considers cost-saving plans amid declining enrollment and low state funding.

Five public meetings starting Aug. 26 at Roosevelt Middle School will allow the community to share feedback.

Dubuque Community Schools are considering three plans to fill a nearly $17 million gap, which may include closing Jefferson & Washington Middle Schools after the 2027-2028 school year and merging some high school grades.

The district will host five focus groups from Aug. 26 through Sep. 2 to invite community input.

Nick Hird won the male 40-49 division of the Mines of Spain Trail Races half marathon in Dubuque on Aug.

8, and he finished in 1:32:33 while placing fourth overall.

Jon Heine won the 50-and-over division at Mines of Spain Trail Races’ 4-mile event in Dubuque on Aug.

8 with a time of 46:22 — he placed 17th overall as the 54-year-old from Waterloo celebrated his competitive finish.

At a local soccer match on Sunday, a youth coach from Cascade urged parents and coaches to keep their composure and respect referees—warning that unsportsmanlike behavior sets a poor example for kids learning the game.