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Council Bluffs
Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson return to solve a new mystery at Bellevue Little Theatre in the play 'Ken Ludwig’s Moriarty.' Five actors play over 40 roles in a globe-trotting story with spies and stolen letters, and the show runs from June 6 through June 22. KETV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Open Door Mission hosted a celebration to honor children experiencing homelessness for their academic success as the school year ended (with help from Southwest Kiwanis Club volunteers) by serving cookies, pizza, and applause. Daniel Anderson, Assistant Lydia House Director, said the event showed that education can help break the cycle of poverty. KETV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Exira residents saw the boil water advisory lifted Tuesday after tests in Exira, Brayton, and Earling came back clear—city officials still worry about long-term water sustainability as some restrictions continue and a pipeline from Council Bluffs is set to connect around June 11. Officials said the pipeline may only help the water supply for 3—5 years, leaving many questions about lasting improvements. KETV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Kim Reynolds signed new laws on June 2 that allow poll workers to challenge a voter's citizenship status — the legislation also standardizes recount procedures, bans ranked choice voting and raises the threshold for major party status. The Daily Nonpareil
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Next month local groups will hold a listening session in Council Bluffs to collect public feedback on Iowa’s second-highest cancer rate in the nation. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ Local doctors report treating more children and teens who struggle to put down their devices and note that phone addiction shares traits with substance abuse—experts say withdrawal symptoms and poor emotional regulation are linked to increased medical issues. KETV
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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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Bike With Mike 2025
9 AM – 2 PM — Wabash Trace Nature Trail — Fundraiser entry — Bike, walk, and enjoy tacos while supporting mental health resources in honor of Mike Kutilek.
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Free Skin Cancer Screening
9:30-11:30 p.m. — Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital — Free entry — Get screened for skin cancer and learn about UV-related risks from experts.
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Bike Night with M-80
7-10 p.m. — The Dock Bar & Grill — Free entry — Rev up for an unforgettable evening of live rock music and vibrant motorcycle culture.
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Strike A Chord Gala
6-9 p.m. — Mid-America Center — Supportive entry — Enjoy an elegant evening while helping strengthen community services at the Heartland Family Service Gala.
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Omaha Cropdusters vs. Omaha Filthballers
7 p.m. — Council Bluffs Recreation Complex — Regular season matchup — Watch as the local teams battle for supremacy on the field.
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Omaha Haymakers vs. Omaha Red Raiders
7 p.m. — Council Bluffs Recreation Complex — Regular season matchup — Come catch the heated rivalry between the Omaha Haymakers and the Omaha Red Raiders.
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Yoga in the Park
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Cochran Park — Free entry — Relax and rejuvenate with a yoga session led by Ilona Holland, tailored for those aged 60 and above.
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Harlan Varsity Softball Game Against Lewis Central
5-6:45 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Free entry — Watch the Harlan and Lewis Central varsity softball teams compete in a thrilling home conference matchup.
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Omaha Cropdusters vs. Omaha Filthballers
7 p.m. — Council Bluffs Recreation Complex — Check website for cost — A thrilling matchup between the top Omaha teams in regular season play.
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25th Annual Golf Classic and Silent Auction
Join us in celebrating our 25th Annual Golf Classic on Friday, September 12th at Dodge Riverside Golf Club—a milestone event that promises to be an unforgettable day of sport, camaraderie, and community spirit. For a quarter-century, this event has brought together golf enthusiasts, business leaders, and supporters to enjoy a day on the greens while raising funds for a meaningful cause.
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