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The Sheriff's Office announced that the Shop with the Sheriff apparel fundraiser featuring holiday-themed tees, sweatshirts and hoodies will close tomorrow—proceeds help 50 children with holiday shopping, with orders ready for pickup at Anytime Tees or shipping from Nov.

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Iowa Western Community College is using a federal grant to build short-term certificate programs under new Workforce Pell grants while other local two-year schools plan similar student aid initiatives statewide.

Anime NebrasKon brought thousands of anime, gaming and comic fans together at the Mid-America Center last weekend — featuring cosplay, arcade games and celebrity Q&As.

Convention chair Becky Potter said about 35% of attendees were repeat visitors, showing the event as a fun meeting place for local pop culture enthusiasts.

Volunteers from Habitat for Humanity from Omaha (13 members) and Council Bluffs (2 staff) flew to Honduras Saturday to work on a house in Gracias, Lempira as part of the Global Village Program; they will return Sunday with plans for future builds.

Erika Overturff revived the dance production A Light in the Dark (inspired by a conversation with Broadway legend Ann Reinking and a sign language class led by her son) for this weekend's Momentum performances in Council Bluffs.

Habitat for Humanity of Council Bluffs staff will join 12 volunteers in Honduras to build a home.

The team will depart soon to expand access to safe, affordable housing in the community.

Patrick Roberts is teaching his 15-year-old son Chase repairs and customer service at his Crescent machinery business as he plans for his sons to inherit the trade.

The family is building a lasting legacy in local repair services.

Council Bluffs held a memorial procession and final salute for firefighter and medic Charles Jones — a respected hero who died Oct.

8. Photographs captured the community's heartfelt tribute.