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Council Bluffs teen Erik Opal will soon receive a Carnegie Medal for saving his father during an attack on Dec.

23 (the heroic act kept his father from further harm). His brave response earned national recognition and a grant from the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission.

Habitat for Humanity of Council Bluffs is expanding its work by planning six new townhomes in Minden + extending its services to rural communities across Pottawattamie County.

Pottawattamie County veterans who served during and following the Korean War can apply until Sept.

30 for the Ambassador for Peace Medal.

Hy-Vee has honored its former Madison Avenue store director by featuring the director’s picture on a semi-truck along Council Bluffs streets, a tribute that shows the company’s appreciation for dedicated service.

Midland Credit Union celebrated Tuesday the grand reopening of its remodeled branch, marking the end of an 11-month renovation that improved its visibility in Council Bluffs.

Council Bluffs police launched a new program to cut delays during after-hours trespassing calls (targeting slow property owner responses) to boost public safety and streamline operations.

Gerald W. Kirn Middle School teacher Shauna Cihacek was honored with the 2026 American Civic Education Teacher Award — making her one of three educators nationwide to receive the honor.

Sixteen-year-old Erik Opal is receiving the Carnegie Medal for bravery after he saved his father's life during an attack last year in Council Bluffs.

His father recounted how Erik tackled the attacker (a trespasser) while law enforcement arrived minutes later.