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Council Bluffs
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Saving Grace Perishable Food Rescue has saved over 10 million pounds of food from going to waste over the past 12 years in our metro area, demonstrating a positive impact on local food sustainability. The Daily Nonpareil
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Union Pacific Railroad Museum in downtown Council Bluffs welcomed its 500,000th visitor, marking a milestone that underlines its role as a community hub. The Daily Nonpareil
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Reynolds is expected to sign Iowa’s proposed 2% K-12 funding measure while some critics say the bill does not keep up with inflation, which could affect local schools. The decision awaits his signature and may change state support for education. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ Lewis Central High School held its annual trade fair earlier this month to highlight career paths beyond a traditional four-year college track. The Daily Nonpareil
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Iowa Rural Electric Cooperative received an $11M loan from the USDA today (the funding will support upgrades to rural electric service) and plans to invest in local infrastructure improvements. The Daily Nonpareil
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to forgive a $125K loan for Minden to aid its recovery after a tornado destroyed 40% of the town nearly two years ago. WOWT
- ➤ At a recent County Board meeting, the Pottawattamie Tourism Committee updated supervisors on its accomplishments, ongoing marketing efforts, and future priorities for enhancing local tourism. 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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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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Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1
8-11 a.m. — Miller's Landing — Check website for registration fees — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a family-friendly themed run featuring great swag and community spirit.
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Adult Board Game Night
6:00 – 8:45 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Free entry — Engage in fun with new and classic board and card games every third Tuesday of the month.
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On The Edge Live Music Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Dock Bar & Grill — Cost info not specified — Enjoy an evening of live music in a popular local venue.
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Sinners N Saints Live Performance
8:30 p.m. — The Dock Bar & Grill — No cover charge specified — Experience an electrifying night of rock n roll with Sinners N Saints in Council Bluffs.
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