Good Day
Council Bluffs
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Council Bluffs Post Office collected over 14,000 lbs of food donations during the Stamp Out Hunger food drive, showing local residents' support for neighbors in need. The Daily Nonpareil
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau and Iowa law enforcement have launched the Click It or Ticket campaign from May 18 to 31 to boost seatbelt use during the busy Memorial Day travel period in Iowa. Officials say buckling up protects against injuries & fatalities in crashes. WOWT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cyclists can join the annual 10-mile Wabash Open on May 30, starting at the Wabash Trace trailhead and ending at Tobey Jack's Mineola Steakhouse. 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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Tribute to Chicago Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Dock Bar & Grill — Check local listings for ticket prices — Relive the magic of Chicago with live performances of their classic hits.
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Food Startup 101 Workshop
5-6 p.m. — Kitchen Council — Free entry — Learn the fundamentals of launching a food startup and take your idea to the next level.
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Summer Snack Series: Takis Taste Test
2-3 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Registration required — Chill out with a taste test of Takis flavors and discover your favorite summer snack.
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ThinkMatch Social Networking Event
6-10 p.m. — 712 eat + drink — Free entry — Connect with new friends in a casual setting through AI matchmaking and conversation starters.
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DYNAMYX Dance Company 10th Annual Recital
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Lewis Central Performing Arts Center — $12.30 — Celebrate a decade of dance with vibrant performances from DYNAMYX Dance Company.
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Heroes on the Water Fishing Day
10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing day of fishing and camaraderie with veterans and first responders on the water.
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Youth Baseball Omaha SlumpBuster - Session #1
All day — Council Bluffs Recreation Complex — Check for registration fees — Join youth baseball teams at this exciting tournament in Council Bluffs.
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Plant Bingo with Sherbondy's Garden Center
1-3 p.m. — Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard — Ticket includes drink and wildflower seeds — Experience the thrill of classic bingo with a chance to win houseplants.
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Youth Baseball - Omaha SlumpBuster - Session #3
— June 17-21 — Council Bluffs Recreation Complex — Registration Fees Apply — Compete in a fun and energetic youth baseball tournament.
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