Good morning, Council Bluffs.

OPPD's Energy Assistance Program helps local residents who face high utility bills by offering up to $500 per year, and it connects those earning at or below 200% of the federal poverty level with a weatherization service that may cut bills by 20—25% over 60 to 90 days.

Students from the Iowa School for the Deaf and Lewis Central High School will collaborate on 'Into the Woods' from April 4th to 6th, making history by sharing a stage and providing interpreters for all three shows.

The collaboration challenges students to learn new roles while joining communities (a significant milestone in local theater).

A bill that bans cellphone use while driving is headed to Gov. Kim Reynolds’ desk after the Iowa House passed Senate File 22 in an 84—11 vote yesterday.

The law expands texting and driving rules to cover all electronic device use except for hands-free or driving mode—if a driver is caught, a fine of up to $100 may be imposed.

Iowa Medicaid collection agents sent letters asking for over $4 million from the estates of two people who died after living at the Glenwood Resource Center—one letter went to Joy Higgins after her daughter died last May.

The bills come under a state law that recovers care costs, and families say the large amounts add extra heartbreak to their loss.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ultimate Convenience at Council Bluffs

8 AM - 6 PM — Lazydays RV of Omaha at Council Bluffs — Free lunch and giveaways — Experience unbeatable RV deals and community vibes with free perks and special offers.