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Council Bluffs
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Last week a harsh blizzard knocked out power to thousands, causing residents to lose food and turn to agencies like Open Door Mission—Council Bluffs resident Shyanne Dominquez lost hundreds of dollars of food. Mission President Candace Gregory said the pantry quickly moved 30 pallets of protein when power returned Tuesday—meeting rising needs as budgets tightened. WOWT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Council Bluffs police arrested 22-year-old Ty'Jon Lamonn Edwards—facing two counts of attempted murder and one count of intimidation with a dangerous weapon—after he fired multiple shots outside the O'Face Bar and at an occupied car on Sunday morning, leaving one person with minor injuries and prompting investigators to expect further arrests. KETV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Grammy nominated country singer Cole Swindell will perform at Stir Cove in Council Bluffs on (July 12) this summer; tickets will go on sale on (Friday at 10 a.m.). KETV
- ➤ Broadway's 'Some Like it Hot' is playing at the Orpheum from Tuesday, March 25 through Sunday, March 30 and tells the story of two musicians who flee Chicago after witnessing a mob hit during Prohibition. The musical mixes romance, comedy, and action — with Devon Hadsell as Minnie and Ayla Allen covering multiple roles — and is drawing local fans. KETV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Council Bluffs plans to submit a voluntary annexation plan for about 470 acres that will extend city limits to the Interstate 29 and Bunge Avenue interchange, allowing companies to connect to public utilities for future plant development. Mayor Matt Walsh said the plan, approved by Pottawattamie County but met with non-support from Mills County, will be sent to the state for final approval while addressing road maintenance issues. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ Emergency Management warned that tornadoes have threatened the county and urged residents to stay weather aware, follow safety tips, and set up alerts (as seen in 2024) for severe storms. Pottawattamie County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ CHI Health doctors said today they are watching for measles and making sure their staff is ready if a patient shows signs of the infection. They advised parents to speak with pediatricians for children under 12 months since some cases in neighboring Kansas involve kids who are not yet vaccinated (the first vaccine is given at 12 months and the second between 4 and 6 years). KETV
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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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Millard North Boys JV Soccer Match
6:30-8:15 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Free entry — Watch the Lewis Central varsity team challenge Skutt Catholic in a thrilling non-conference soccer match.
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