Good morning, Council Bluffs.

A person died after a pursuit and shooting on Wednesday near the Pottawattamie County Jail in Council Bluffs — law enforcement agencies said — and no officers were injured.

Every middle and high school in Westside Community School District now uses artificial intelligence in classrooms as teachers and administrators rolled out new guidelines and tools like Google Gemini and NotebookLM this school year—aiming to help students learn safe and effective AI use. Teacher Ben Powers said revised syllabi and a dedicated website guide students to verify AI results and understand proper use.

Two Pottawattamie County farm families were honored with the Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award earlier this month—one of 40 recipients recognized for their environmental leadership.

Council Bluffs residents will vote in a primary on Oct.

7 and in city and school elections on Nov. 7—events that will decide office seats in the coming contests.

Two members of the Pottawattamie County Medical Examiner’s Office shared their forensic expertise at the International Association of Forensic Nurses annual conference in Omaha, where they co-led a 16-hour workshop on postmortem sexual violence examinations alongside the Council Bluffs Police Department Forensic Unit — drawing praise from attendees and county officials.

Pottawattamie County plans to rezone 40 acres across from a future elementary school for industrial use—developers aim to apply the same zoning while a supervisor warns that traffic may increase when Lewis Central builds the school.

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.

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.

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.

Kidz Bop Live Concert

4-8 p.m. — Mid-America Center — Family-friendly music experience — Enjoy a lively performance from the No. 1 music brand for kids.

Bailey Zimmerman Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Stir Cove — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with the sounds of Bailey Zimmerman live in Council Bluffs.

Fields of Flight - Hot Air Balloon Night

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard — $2.80 + fees for parking — Experience a breathtaking evening with colorful hot air balloons and live music at the scenic orchard.

Heroes on the Water Omaha Chapter

10 AM – 2 PM — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Free entry — Connect with veterans and enjoy a day of fishing and camaraderie on the water.

Bethany Night at Pizza Ranch

4-9 p.m. — Pizza Ranch — Kids eat free — Enjoy delicious pizza and support local youth initiatives at this community gathering.

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.

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.

ASD Varsity Football Match Against ISD

2-4 p.m. — Iowa School for the Deaf — Free entry — Cheer for the Iowa School for the Deaf's varsity team in this exciting football matchup against Arkansas.

Adult Board Game Night

6:00 – 8:45 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Free entry — Play new and classic board games in a fun and friendly environment.