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Council Bluffs
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Master Sgt. Noah Tietjens' funeral will be held at 10 a.m. at Bellevue Christian Center, and a commemorative procession will begin between 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on Saturday. The Daily Nonpareil
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Christy Creme, a long-time treat shop in the 712, is celebrating 72 years as owner Matthew Preston notes a sweet start this year after weathering all four seasons — a milestone that highlights its enduring place in Council Bluffs. The Daily Nonpareil
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Applications for Leadership Council Bluffs Class 39 are now open as the Chamber of Commerce invites local leaders to join the 2026–27 leadership program. The initiative aims to boost skills and build a network for future community leaders. The Daily Nonpareil
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hitchcock Nature Center has been buying land since 1991 to restore native prairie in the Loess Hills (a key step to lower flood risks and improve water quality). The center now holds 1,500 acres and expects to reach 2,000 by the project's end. WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa law enforcement has issued over 2,400 tickets and 1,900 warnings for cellphone use while driving since the hands-free law took effect in July 2025. Officers began issuing citations on Jan. 1 and drivers face a $170 fine. WOWT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Thomas Jefferson High School students helped All Care Health Center decorate windows along Sixth Street for colorectal cancer awareness earlier this month. The event aimed to boost local understanding of the importance of early detection. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors designated March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month (a move to boost early screening and health education) for residents in the area. The Daily Nonpareil
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Council Bluffs City Council approved plans for the Arbor Creek development — set to create 16 market-rate townhomes — to boost local housing options. The Daily Nonpareil
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Connections Area Agency on Aging Announces “Steak Your Claim” Raffle
Connections Area Agency on Aging is excited to announce the launch of its Steak Your Claim Raffle, offering the chance to win ¼ of locally sourced beef—complete with processing at a local meat locker—valued at over $1,500. This opportunity is made possible thanks to the generosity of several community donors.
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Springfest
11 a.m.-4 p.m. — Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park — Free entry — Celebrate spring with a spectacular kite show and family-friendly activities under colorful skies.
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Kuemper vs. Lewis Central Boys Varsity Soccer Match
6-7:45 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Free entry — Enjoy a local high school soccer matchup between Kuemper and Lewis Central.
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Lincoln Boys JV Soccer vs. Lewis Central
5-6:45 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Free entry — A local matchup between the JV soccer teams of Lincoln and Lewis Central promises exciting action on the field.
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Skutt Catholic Boys Varsity Soccer Match Against Lewis Central
10:30 a.m. — Lewis Central High School — Free entry — Catch a high-stakes non-conference soccer showdown on the field.
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Omaha South Boys JV Soccer Match
4:30-6:15 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Free entry — Enjoy a non-conference junior varsity soccer match between Lewis Central and Omaha South.
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Wonder Rising Concert Night
7 PM – 10 PM — The Dock Bar & Grill — No Cover — Enjoy a night filled with top dance hits and great vibes at The Dock.
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Adult Board Game Night
6:00-8:45 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of excitement with new and classic board and card games.
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Red Oak vs. Lewis Central Varsity Soccer Match
6:30-8:15 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Free entry — Catch the action as Lewis Central faces off against Red Oak in this exciting varsity soccer showdown.
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Grunge Pop at The Dock
8 PM – 12 AM — The Dock Bar and Grill — Cover at the door — Celebrate the return of Grunge Pop with THE Midwest's Party Rock band!
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Brick Days LEGO Convention 2026
10 AM – 4 PM — Mid-America Center — Tickets available — Dive into an enchanting underwater world with LEGO creations from builders of all ages.
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