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Council Bluffs
Saturday, March 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Council Bluffs have been worried by a series of fires that burned railroad ties near 15th Street and Avenue O and may risk home safety due to dangerous chemicals. Fire crews watered the site Thursday night and CN Rail said Friday that it is working with first responders to determine the cause—neighbors say the fires have been ongoing for months. WOWT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Council Bluffs woman and man were sentenced last week to federal prison for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ A Mexican national was given a 78-month federal prison sentence & faces deportation after being convicted for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine in Council Bluffs and Omaha. The Daily Nonpareil
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Senator Zach Wahls said he is considering a U.S. Senate run in 2026 and will decide after the current session ends in April or May—he also called on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign over a group text that risked national security. WOWT
- ➤ Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig visited Shelby and Pottawattamie counties during Iowa Agriculture Week to inspect levee repairs following floods in 2011 and 2019—local officials said improvements reduced damage from a 2024 flood and urged more investments to protect against future flooding. KETV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ All Care Health Center in Council Bluffs is now licensed by the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services to provide treatment for substance use disorder. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ Emergency Management warned residents that flooding can cause serious damage since just six inches of water may sweep a person away and a foot can carry a vehicle. It urged everyone to learn evacuation routes and never drive through floodwaters+ to stay safe during heavy rains. Pottawattamie County
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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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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.
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