Good morning, Council Bluffs.

Seven Council Bluffs students advanced to the national level of the National History Day contest; six projects came from Abraham Lincoln High School and one from Kirn Middle School, and they will represent the city at the event held outside Washington.

Genie Pest Control in Council Bluffs reports a 25% rise in calls to spray lawns for ticks as pest teams work overtime to help residents (ER visits for tick bites statewide are at their highest since 2017).

Iowa and Iowa State set kickoff times for their 2026 football season.

Iowa State’s +home opener+ is scheduled for Sept. 5 at noon vs. SEMO while Iowa meets Northern Illinois at 3:15 p.m., and the Cy-Hawk game is set for Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m. on NBC.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

One2Go Live at Whiskey Roadhouse

9 p.m. to 1 a.m. — Whiskey Roadhouse — Free entry — Dance the night away with the crowd-pleasing party band One2Go.

Heroes on the Water Omaha Chapter

10 AM – 2 PM — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Free for veterans and families — Spend a day fishing and connecting with fellow veterans and responders on the water.

Lewis Central vs. Red Oak Varsity Softball Game

5:00 – 6:45 PM — Lewis Central High School — Free entry — Catch an exciting home conference softball matchup between Lewis Central and Red Oak.