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Friday, March 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • On Wednesday night, the Lopez family was traveling to a Council Bluffs hotel when a city snowplow allegedly drove too fast and sent a wall of snow from an overpass onto their truck—shattering their windshield, leaving them without transportation and facing costly medical care while power remains out.  KETV

CRIME NEWS

  • A former Council Bluffs firefighter pleaded guilty to embezzling tens of thousands of dollars from the city's fire union and was sentenced to two years probation and restitution after repaying over $90,000—union officials said he betrayed public trust and could face up to 10 years in prison if he violates probation.  KETV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 3/27/25

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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.

    Thu, 4/3/25

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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.

    Sat, 4/5/25

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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.

    Sun, 4/6/25

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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.

    Thu, 4/10/25

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  • JD Souther Performance

    7:30-11:30 p.m. — Arts Center at Iowa Western — Tickets required — Experience the celebrated songwriter JD Souther live in concert.

    Fri, 4/11/25

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  • Spring into Giving Scavenger Hunt

    3-6 p.m. — Lake Manawa Dream Land Park — Fundraising event — Teams compete in a fun scavenger hunt to support local charities.

    Sat, 4/12/25

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  • Denison-Schleswig vs. Lewis Central Varsity Soccer Match

    7:30-9:15 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Admission varies — Experience an exciting high school soccer conference match with local teams vying for victory.

    Tue, 4/15/25

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  • Music BINGO Game Night

    6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Wild Wings — Free to play — Enjoy a twist on bingo with music clips and fun prizes.

    Wed, 4/16/25

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