Good morning, Dubuque.

Declan, a 1-year-old, 43-pound dog with a goofy smile, is now healthy and available for adoption at Dubuque Regional Humane Society (4242 Chavenelle Road) with a reduced fee of $125 under the Tackle Dog Homelessness promotion.

He loves meeting new people and may do best with a confident canine companion who can help him adjust.

The Western Dubuque School Board is holding a public hearing today to decide whether to issue nearly $42-million in bonds for renovating Drexler Middle School in Farley & the proposed improvements include a new secure entrance, classrooms, commons area, cafeteria & a wrestling room.

The Dubuque Public Works Department announced that residents can schedule a leaf collection appointment from Oct.

13 through Nov. 26 to have leaves, pine needles, and pine cones removed from curbs following strict guidelines (service costs start at $20 per 40-bag equivalent with extra charges for additional bags).

A $28.2 million flood prevention project in Dubuque is on hold after a 2020 fertilizer spill raised concerns about water contamination.

An environmental study is underway and project delays may extend completion until 2029—officials are reviewing the water quality issues.

Colors in Motion Quilt Show

12-7 p.m. — Grand Ballroom — Adults $10, Children $5 — Discover vibrant quilts and local talent featuring the Cable Car Quilt Guild.

Samantha Fish Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Ticket prices vary — Experience live music from the talented Samantha Fish featuring new tracks.

Randy's Cheeseburger Picnic Comedy Show

8-9:30 p.m. — Smokestack — Tickets starting at $30 — Enjoy a night of laughter and shenanigans with Randy from Trailer Park Boys.

Dubuque Symphony Orchestra Concert

2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Five Flags Center — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating sounds of Rachmaninoff and the talented musicians of Dubuque Symphony Orchestra.

Drawing Portraits Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Bluff Strokes Art Center — $175 — Learn to capture the likeness of human subjects with confidence in this informative portrait drawing course.