Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers from Partnership 4 Kids prepared care packages for the homeless in Council Bluffs to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ Stir Cove season tickets, offering general admission to every 2025 show plus extra perks, will be available for purchase this Friday at 10 a.m. KETV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ottilie Cooper-Ohn from Council Bluffs was chosen for the Schwarzman Scholars program to study global affairs at Tsinghua University in Beijing, out of nearly 5,000 applicants worldwide. The Daily Nonpareil
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pottawattamie County introduces a $25 per beaver bounty program to mitigate road and drainage damages caused by beaver dams. The Daily Nonpareil
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pottawattamie County supervisors voted to ease restrictions on accessory dwellings to address housing needs by allowing more property owners to construct secondary units. The Daily Nonpareil
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ECKO Live Performance at The Dock
ECKO will perform live at The Dock Bar and Grill, offering an evening of music with no cover charge.
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Salsa and Bachata Dance Social at Grand Venue
This event features a dance lesson followed by a vibrant social dance night showcasing salsa and bachata music.
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Harlan Girls Freshman Basketball Team vs. Lewis Central
The Lewis Central freshman basketball team hosts a non-conference game against Harlan in Council Bluffs, IA.
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Jam 'n' Bread Music Gathering
The event invites local musicians to gather for a session of old-time country, bluegrass, and blues music, with free homemade bread available for attendees.
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Volunteer Winter Trail Day at Lewis & Clark Park
Volunteers are needed to help clear trail corridors at Lewis & Clark Park, with snacks and drinks provided for participants.
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Le Mars Boys Varsity Basketball Game at Lewis Central
The Lewis Central varsity basketball team will host Le Mars for a non-conference game.
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Pizza Puzzle Palooza Challenge
Participants will form teams to compete in a challenge to complete a 200-piece puzzle and consume a pizza within one hour, with prizes for top and bottom performers.
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Jam 'n' Bread Music Gathering
Local musicians gather to perform traditional country, bluegrass, and blues at the Western Historic Trails Center, with free homemade bread for attendees.
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RentWise Workshop at Lakin Center
This workshop provides essential skills and knowledge for becoming a successful renter, including lease understanding, rental payment management, and landlord communication.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The best time to negotiate something is when you don't need it.
~ Michael Benoit
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