Good Day
Council Bluffs
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Council Bluffs. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The third annual Smile Fest will return to Bayliss Park on Saturday, Sept. 6 and will offer more than 20 vendors, face painting and bounce houses—along with live music, to provide fun for families. The nonprofit Share My Smile says the fundraiser will benefit foster families in the community. The Daily Nonpareil
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jeff Bremer, the author of A New History of Iowa, will speak at the Council Bluffs Public Library at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday; his book updates the state's history from the last ice age to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Daily Nonpareil
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Historian Richard Warner from the Pottawattamie County Historical Society will speak about Iowa Western’s early days during 'A College and Community Retrospective' on Sept. 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. The event will raise funds for scholarships and feature college leaders while guests dress in 1960s style—food and drinks will be served. The Daily Nonpareil
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors declared September as Preparedness Month to help residents learn how to get ready for emergencies. Pottawattamie County Emergency Management will host a Preparedness Fair on September 18 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.—the event will offer interactive exhibits and resources for families. Pottawattamie County
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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Wabash Trace Nature Trail Group Walk
10-11 a.m. — Wabash Trace Nature Trail — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of fitness and friendship along the scenic trail.
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Happy Endings Band Live Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — The Dock Bar and Grill — Ticket prices unknown — Experience a high-energy cover band playing rock, pop, and country hits from the 80s to today.
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Heroes on the Water Omaha Chapter
10 AM–2 PM — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Free entry — Enjoy a day of fishing and camaraderie with veterans and first responders on the beautiful lake.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Better to be too early and have to try again, than be too late and have to catch up.
~ Paul Graham
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