Good morning, Council Bluffs.

Iowa West Foundation awarded $4.6 million in grants to local organizations to strengthen neighborhoods, expand educational and career pathways + boost quality of life in southwest Iowa.

Tipico Helado has opened its new brick and mortar location on the 100 Block as a full circle moment for its new owners.

Diners can now savor a taste of Mexico in this welcoming establishment.

A new report finds Iowa corn + soybean crops remain in good to excellent condition despite heavy rains prompting some counties to access disaster funding, and local growers are watching conditions closely.

Iowa holds its annual tax-free weekend from Friday, Aug.

7 to midnight Saturday, Aug. 8 in Council Bluffs — all open businesses must join. Clothes and shoes under $100, along with items like underwear and bridal apparel, will be exempt from sales tax while higher-priced items are not.

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.

Veterans Fishing Event

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Free participation — Spend a day on the water fishing and connecting with veterans and first responders.