Alex Dixon, president and CEO of Q Casino and Dubuque Racing Association, speaks during Dubuque Racing Association’s grant recognition reception at Q Casino in Dubuque on Aug. 29. PHOTO CREDIT: Jessica Reilly

Wendy Runde, vice president and general manager of Diamond Jo Casino, speaks during the reception. PHOTO CREDIT: Jessica Reilly

City of Dubuque Mayor Brad Cavanagh speaks during the reception. PHOTO CREDIT: Jessica Reilly

The Dubuque Racing Association's grant recognition reception was held on Aug. 29. PHOTO CREDIT: Jessica Reilly

Attendees listen during the Dubuque Racing Association’s grant recognition reception at Q Casino in Dubuque. PHOTO CREDIT: Jessica Reilly

Alex Dixon, president and CEO of Q Casino and Dubuque Racing Association, speaks during Dubuque Racing Association's grant recognition reception at Q Casino in Dubuque. PHOTO CREDIT: Jessica Reilly