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Council Bluffs
Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Council Bluffs Lions Club is hosting an antique sale fundraiser May 16-17 to support cornea transplant research - funds will be donated to research that may improve treatments for blindness. The event will feature offered antiques to raise money for the vital project. The Daily Nonpareil
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcycle crash near South 25th and West Broadway in Council Bluffs left one person in critical condition and sent them to the hospital Wednesday night—police said the cause was unclear. KETV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pottawattamie Conservation’s Hitchcock Nature Center earned the 'Only in Iowa' award from Iowa Travel Industry Partners and will be honored on June 10 in Winterset—its unique Loess Hills setting and outdoor programs set it apart. Pottawattamie County
- ➤ The Avoca Treatment Plant System in parts of North Pottawattamie County implemented Level RED water restrictions on May 14 — allowing water only for personal hygiene and cooking — after drought lowered capacity below 60%. WOWT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 14 at 3:00 p.m., a burn ban was issued for the Avoca, Minden, and Walnut Fire Districts in Pottawattamie County due to a water boil advisory in Avoca+ local fire and emergency management officials said the ban helps conserve water for fire suppression+. Pottawattamie County
- ➤ Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand visited Council Bluffs Tuesday as part of his bid for governor, meeting with Mayor Matt Walsh and community members to discuss housing availability, rising living costs and local economic struggles — his visit was one of two in the state as he plans to visit all 99 counties and claimed his campaign raised over $2 million in the first 24 hours. Sand said his stops help him listen to voter concerns before working to refocus state government on public service. KETV
- ➤ On Monday evening, the Iowa House approved a bill that limits pharmacy benefit managers and sent it to Gov. Kim Reynolds for review. The measure requires a pass-through pricing model—eliminating spread pricing—and gives small pharmacies an appeals process to address reimbursement issues linked to over 200 closures statewide. The Daily Nonpareil
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pottawattamie County recognized National Nurses Week (May 6th to 12th) to honor the nursing profession. The Daily Nonpareil
SHOP NEWS
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Omaha Home & Lifestyle Show
12-4 p.m. — Mid-America Center — Free admission — Discover great savings on home improvement projects and enjoy a weekend of inspiration.
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Heroes on the Water Fishing Event
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Free entry — Enjoy a day of fishing and camaraderie with veterans and their families on the water.
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Bike Night with Sinners N Saints
7-10 p.m. — The Dock Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Rev up your engines for a thrilling evening of live music and hot food at Bike Night.
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Joseph Hall's Elvis Tribute Show
7-11:59 p.m. — The Dock Bar and Grill — Admission details not provided — Enjoy a night filled with Elvis nostalgia and incredible performances by Joseph Hall.
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Glenwood Varsity Softball Game Against Lewis Central
5-6:45 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Free entry — Witness an exciting high school softball showdown between Glenwood and Lewis Central.
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Kuemper Varsity Softball Game at Lewis Central
5:30-7:15 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Admission info not provided — Watch an exciting high school conference softball matchup between Kuemper and Lewis Central.
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Jake Owen Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Harrah's Council Bluffs Hotel and Casino — $56/ea — Enjoy an evening of country music with Jake Owen at The Stir Cove.
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Introduction to Sailing - Session A
3-6 p.m. — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Vehicle entrance permit required for non-Iowa vehicles — Discover the basics of sailing and enjoy the pleasant waters of Lake Manawa.
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Heroes on the Water Omaha Chapter Event
10 AM – 2 PM — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Free entry — Enjoy a day of fishing and camaraderie with veterans and their families.
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Denison-Schleswig Varsity Softball Game
5-6:45 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Free entry — Catch the exciting varsity matchup between Lewis Central and Denison-Schleswig.
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