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Council Bluffs
Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Siena Francis House is asking for donations after a power outage that left them without power and will not be restored until next week. The shelter needs protein, ground beef, turkey, ham, towels, linens, hygiene products, and plastic cups to help serve its clients. KETV
- ➤ A Council Bluffs woman won the top prize in the PAC-MAN scratch game after buying her winning ticket at Casey’s at 2711 S. 14th St. — she claimed her prize on March 3 at lottery headquarters in Clive. The Daily Nonpareil
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Several businesses and organizations in Council Bluffs were honored on Thursday for earning UNbelievable Workplaces recognition. The Daily Nonpareil
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the Iowa House unanimously passed a bill that requires hospitals to give patients leaving involuntary commitment a 15-day supply of medication and written follow-up instructions—lawmakers say it will help stop repeated hospitalizations and homelessness among those with mental illness. The bill also mandates that hospitals notify the court and family members about upcoming discharges. WOWT
- ➤ Omaha Public Power District reported that a blizzard on March 19 left 22,920 customers without power as of 8:40 a.m., and the company said 1,000 utility poles will need to be replaced. Crews worked to repair severe damage in rural areas — heavy snow and strong winds knocked down many poles as restoration efforts continued. KETV
SHOP NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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