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Council Bluffs
Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Council Bluffs residents are invited to join National Night Out on Tuesday from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at River's Edge Park where first responders will host a giant block party. The Daily Nonpareil
- ➤ Douglas County authorities and Omaha nonprofits are helping homeless people beat a heat wave by handing out water, supplies, and pamphlets to encampments—with temperatures above 110 degrees—and offering rides to shelters. Empty camps in Council Bluffs show a growing need for help, and outreach advocates say services will soon expand to support vulnerable groups. WOWT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The museum inside the Council Bluffs Municipal Airport houses 5,000 military artifacts including WWII uniforms and aircraft relics preserved by families from Iowa and Nebraska veterans—its open house and pancake breakfast on Saturday attracted local veterans and visitors. The museum will offer rides in restored aircraft to help cover maintenance costs—efforts that are aimed at attracting new, younger members to preserve local history. WOWT
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Cher & Gene Klosner Band at Lake Manawa
7 PM - 1 AM — Lake Manawa Beach & Picnic — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of music by iconic performers in a scenic lakeside setting.
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Recaptured: A Tribute to Journey
7-11:59 p.m. — The Dock Bar and Grill — Tickets on sale now — Enjoy an unforgettable night revisiting the classic hits of Journey.
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Council Bluffs Youth Fishing Derby
8 AM – 12 PM — Big Lake Park — $5 registration required — A lively catch-and-release contest for young anglers aged 7-15 to reel in prizes and create lasting family memories.
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7th Annual Cancer Sucks Car, Truck and Bike Show
8 AM – 4 PM — Lewis Central Middle School — Free entry — Enjoy a day of classic vehicles, food, and fun while supporting pediatric cancer awareness.
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Heroes on the Water Omaha Chapter Event
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Free for veterans and families — A day of fishing and camaraderie for veterans and first responders.
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Adult Board Game Night
6:00-8:45 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Free entry — Play classic and new board games in a friendly atmosphere.
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Rustic Rebels Band Live Performance
7 PM – 1 AM — The Dock Bar and Grill — Check local listings for cover — Enjoy a night of country music with friends at this popular local venue.
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North Polk Varsity Football at Lewis Central
7-9 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of a high school football non-conference game between Lewis Central and North Polk.
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The Pork Tornadoes Live at The Dock
7 PM - 1 AM — The Dock Bar and Grill — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a high-energy performance by The Pork Tornadoes with Sinners and Saints opening the night.
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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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