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Council Bluffs
Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Council Bluffs will restart hydrant parties from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 10 to Aug. 8, with the Council Bluffs Fire Department opening a hydrant in a new neighborhood so kids can cool off with frozen treats—free to attend—and no registration is needed. WOWT
- ➤ Council Bluffs officials announced that the popular Pawp-Up Pup Parks will return to Cochran Park beginning May 28 — pet owners will have a new chance to enjoy time outdoors with their dogs. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ The Kanesville Honor Guard is hosting a fish fry fundraiser on May 17 — the event will raise funds for its annual honor flight. The Daily Nonpareil
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Council Bluffs police said a motorcycle rider was critically injured in a road rage crash near 25th Street + West Broadway just before 10 p.m. while traveling westbound from 16th Street, and he remains at the University of Nebraska Medical Center with the incident under investigation. KETV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa lawmakers ended the 2025 session early Thursday at 6:31 a.m. by passing spending measures that include a new state family paid leave program, reduced unemployment taxes and funds for opioid addiction treatment—lawmakers worked for more than 20 hours on the final day while leaving property tax reform unaddressed. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ Residents in Avoca met with water manager Tom Kallman to discuss the strict water restrictions now in effect. Kallman said a new pipeline from Council Bluffs to Pottawattamie County will pump Missouri River water — as local officials and residents voiced their concerns about mixed advisories and limited supply. KETV
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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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Summerfest at River’s Edge
6-10 p.m. — Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park — Free entry — Experience a spectacular drone show and live music to kick off summer fun.
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