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Pottawattamie County proclaimed October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and supports a local fundraiser (with proceeds directed to CHI Health Mercy Oncology Fund) to aid local patients.

The county’s announcement underlines its commitment to community health.

Council Bluffs will host its first off-season Farmers Market at Omni Centre Business Park on Sunday afternoon, Oct.

11— offering residents a chance to buy fresh produce from local vendors.

Council Bluffs is hosting its annual family costume night at Cochran Park on Friday evening — the event invites locals to join in Halloween fun.

Council Bluffs Zoo is starting a program to feed its animals and maintain the native prairies near the Loess Hills.

Local experts + conservation groups are leading the project to support both animal care and natural habitat preservation.

Callahan Promotions is hosting its annual fall arts and craft show at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs this weekend.

Local artisans will display handmade creations for community members to enjoy.

New Visions Homeless Services received a $72,230 grant from the Iowa Finance Authority to cover operating costs at Timothy House in Council Bluffs, serving people with chronic homelessness + disabilities.

Salem United Methodist Church in Council Bluffs will host a trunk or treat event on Sunday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. with hot dogs + chips available for families.

County officials approved a disaster proclamation after heavy flooding on Sept.

30-Oct. 1 that now authorizes Individual Assistance and Disaster Case Advocacy for residents in need. Residents impacted by the floods should submit damage reports to guide resource allocation + review eligibility on the county's emergency webpage.