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Council Bluffs
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Council Bluffs Masonic lodges donated $7,500 to support Project Lifesaver, a national program that helps families track loved ones who may wander away — a move that will benefit local caregivers. The Daily Nonpareil
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ DoorDash driver C.J. Pierce works in the cold tonight delivering orders between Omaha and Council Bluffs to earn extra cash for his family; he plans to brave the weather all weekend. WOWT
- ➤ The Council Bluffs Chamber of Commerce held ribbon cutting ceremonies (honoring new, expanding, and milestone businesses) in 2026. The events highlighted local growth and progress. The Daily Nonpareil
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Workforce Development reported that Iowa’s unemployment stayed at 3.5% from November to December and increased from 3.3% last year, with the state adding 4,600 workers and reaching 1.6 million in total by December + retail trade losing 1,500 workers. WOWT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors received an annual review on Jan. 22 of its conservation education program led by local soil and water conservation districts, which reached nearly 1,500 students through classroom lessons and field days at Council Bluffs-area schools. Pottawattamie County
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Connections Area Agency on Aging Announces “Steak Your Claim” Raffle
Connections Area Agency on Aging is excited to announce the launch of its Steak Your Claim Raffle, offering the chance to win ¼ of locally sourced beef—complete with processing at a local meat locker—valued at over $1,500. This opportunity is made possible thanks to the generosity of several community donors.
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Adult Board Game Night
6:00-8:45 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Free entry — Come play new and classic board and card games with fellow enthusiasts.
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The Choir of Man
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Arts Center at Iowa Western — Ticketed event — Experience a vibrant celebration of music, dance, and community at this award-nominated production.
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Saturday Craft: Stained Glass Frames
2-3:30 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Registration required — Create beautiful faux stained glass frames to enhance your space.
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