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Council Bluffs
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Louie's Coffee House, a family-owned business that opened its Underwood location last year, is opening a new branch on Valley View Drive in Council Bluffs + expanding its local presence. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ TS Bank announced that Dave Zimmerman — with 30 years in banking — is the new market president and will begin his role today in Council Bluffs. The Daily Nonpareil
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa lawmakers advanced a bill Wednesday to end vaccine requirements for elementary and secondary students. If passed, the bill would remove the need for immunization proof (except for medical or religious reasons) and could make Iowa the first state to take this step. WOWT
- ➤ Pottawattamie County celebrated employees recognized through its 2025 quarterly awards and praised their dedication to public service. Annual winners will be announced next month — a continued effort to recognize outstanding work in county departments. Pottawattamie County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Council Bluffs kids visited a dentist for nonprofit Firefly’s 19th annual Give Kids a Smile Day as part of a field trip organized with 10 schools; about 100 children received free cleanings, exams and needed treatments and went home with educational materials. KETV
- ➤ Local advocacy groups hosted a town hall in Council Bluffs where residents discussed water quality concerns and health impacts. Community members engaged with experts to learn about potential health risks and ways to address them. The Daily Nonpareil
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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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Burning Blue Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Dock Bar & Grill — $5 Cover — Rock out to nostalgic 90s and 2000s anthems alongside original music from Burning Blue.
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Redline Championships Midwest Classic 2026
3:00 AM – 2:59 AM — Mid-America Center — In-person event — Cheerleading competition offering championship bids in the heart of Council Bluffs.
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