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Council Bluffs
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Narrows River Park reopened today after flood damage in 2024 affected its operation. The park at 2500 North 25th St is open from April through October. The Daily Nonpareil
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DNR plans prescribed burns in Pottawattamie, Mills and Fremont counties—residents within 3 miles could notice smoke. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ A public forum to address water resource concerns along the Missouri River will be held Saturday, April 5 at 1:30 p.m. at the Council Bluffs Public Library, sponsored by the American Association of University Women. The Daily Nonpareil
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Karen Davis lost her legal recourse and must remove all dogs from her kennel by April 25—the court ruled that her zoning and home business claims did not stop the shutdown. Neighbors complained about barking dogs while her puppies are already sold and her remaining 15 adult German Shepherds will soon be rehomed. WOWT
- ➤ U.S. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins said she is excited as she reviewed Gov Reynolds’ waiver request for a new summer food program in Iowa—Reynolds asked to replace the federal $40 monthly card with a food box per child and a decision is expected soon. WOWT
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Mike Flood said the Nebraska Valley weather station paused its twice-daily weather balloon launches on Monday due to staff shortages and cost-cutting, and officials warn the loss of critical data may reduce forecast accuracy for severe storms in our region — local communities might receive less reliable warnings when storms approach. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ The City of Council Bluffs will launch a new online portal for permitting, licensing, and inspections on April 22—designed to simplify access to local services. Residents will be able to track applications and complete forms online—streamlining government procedures. The Daily Nonpareil
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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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