Good morning, Dubuque.

Kennedy Mall will have extended holiday hours through Dec.

23 with regular hours 9am to 10pm, Christmas Eve hours 8am to 5pm, and a closure on Christmas, and the Washington Middle School Orchestra performs at 10am today — free gift wrapping and Santa visits are offered this weekend.

Enrollment in Iowa public schools dropped while private school enrollment increased due to education savings account vouchers (up to $8,000 per student) introduced in 2023.

Dubuque lost over 20 percent of its certified enrollment as families shifted to nonpublic options.

Travelers impacted by Denver Air Connection ending Dubuque–O’Hare flights on January 15 will receive $175 from Dubuque Regional Airport for extra ground transport.

Affected passengers with departing flights on or before January 15 and returns later must rebook from a different airport and submit an itinerary.

Loras College named Brandon Novak as its new head football coach in Dubuque today; he brings 26 years of experience from Saint John’s University (including roles as a defensive coordinator) and plans to build a strong team culture.

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.

Middle School Art Adventure

10 AM – 12 PM — Bluff Strokes Art Center — $30 — Explore fundamental art skills and creative fun with Miss Jess.