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Council Bluffs
Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 61-year-old man was charged with first-degree murder for the 1989 disappearance of a woman from Woodbine, marking the first arrest by Iowa's new cold case unit. The Daily Nonpareil
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ AIM's Upward Bound partnership program provided free laptops to first-generation and under-resourced college-bound students at Thomas Jefferson High School. The Daily Nonpareil
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ St. Albert High School's girls' basketball team won their first 1-A Iowa state championship in a double overtime game, emphasizing teamwork as key to their success. KETV
- ➤ Nearly 400 participants donned green for the Shamrock Shuffle fun run in downtown Council Bluffs, fostering community spirit. The Daily Nonpareil
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Jam 'n' Bread Music Gathering
Local musicians will perform traditional music genres at the Western Historic Trails Center, inviting all to participate or listen while enjoying free homemade bread.
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The Platinum Pearls Evening Concert
An evening of live music featuring the beloved Platinum Pearls, highlighting popular hits from the 60s and 70s.
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Saint Patrick's Day Cocktail Celebration at Applebee's
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with festive cocktails including the Tipsy Leprechaun and the new Golden Goose, along with non-alcoholic Rainbow Lemonades for all ages at Applebee's Grill + Bar.
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Jam 'n' Bread: Community Music Gathering
Local musicians will come together to perform a variety of genres including country, bluegrass, and blues, while attendees enjoy free homemade bread.
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Council Bluffs Card Expo - Collectibles and Memorabilia Showcase
The Council Bluffs Card Expo features over 200 tables of cards, collectibles, and memorabilia, with admission prices set at $5 daily or $8 for the weekend, and children 12 and under attending for free.
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Jam 'n' Bread - Music Gathering at Western Historic Trails Center
Local musicians gather to play various genres, including country and bluegrass, while offering free homemade bread to attendees.
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Jam 'n' Bread
1-4 p.m. — Western Historic Trails Center — Free homemade bread — Local musicians gather to play country, bluegrass, and blues for a community jam session.
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25 IA vs NE Battle of the Borders – AA
Tournament — Apr 5-6 — Council Bluffs Recreation Complex — Entry and gate fees apply — Compete in an exciting regional baseball showdown.
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Springfest Kite Festival
11 AM – 4 PM — River’s Edge Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy giant kites, live music, and food trucks at this family-friendly kite festival.
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Author Visit with Shelby Van Pelt
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Books for sale — Shelby Van Pelt discusses 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' followed by a Q&A and signing.
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