Good morning, Dubuque.

Residents are urged to shovel snow around local fire hydrants to give firefighters quick access amid a foot of snowfall and additional inches expected; they should clear a 3-foot space and a direct path to the street to help prevent delays during emergencies.

After record snowfall, Dubuque officials remind property owners that sidewalks must be cleared within 48 hours of a snow event – failure may lead to a $750 fine added to property taxes.

Residents should also clear access ramps for neighborhood safety.

Comiskey Park in Dubuque will get upgrades next year after City Council approved a $2.5 million bid from Portzen Construction (nearly $900K under budget).

A federal grant with matching funds will pay for basketball courts, a soccer field, and walking trails, with work starting in spring and finishing by Oct.

Sundown Mountain Resort in Dubuque will open its 53rd season tomorrow from 3 to 9 p.m., with regular hours continuing through Dec.

20 as snowmaking secures safe slopes & a $15 lift ticket discount is offered with a toy donation at the window.

Cookies and Cocoa with Santa and the Goats

10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Crazy Goat Soap Farm — Free entry — Celebrate the season with Santa and playful goats while enjoying cookies and warm cocoa.

Dubuque Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Five Flags Center — Celebrate the season with holiday favorites alongside the Dubuque Chorale and Heartland Ballet.

Ceramic Christmas Tree Painting

6-8 p.m. — Captured on Canvas — Cost varies by payment method — Enjoy an evening of creativity by painting your own light-up ceramic Christmas tree.

The Nutcracker

2-5 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical holiday classic featuring stunning choreography and captivating music.

The Nutcracker

7:30-9 p.m. — The Grand Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless holiday classic with enchanting music and dance.

New Year's Eve Dueling Pianos

8 p.m. — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the New Year with lively dueling pianos and a fun atmosphere.