Good morning, Council Bluffs.

Benson High School received a $2,500 grant from KETV’s Cash in for Schools program to help fund a spring 2026 class trip to Washington, D.C.—students pay $500 while the school and donations cover the rest and winners will be chosen from applications.

Iowa Finance Authority awarded more than $1.3M today for homelessness prevention—$65,000 will support Heartland Family Service working with the Threshold Continuum of Care in Pottawattamie County.

Iowa nonprofit and social services leaders met this week at The Gazette’s annual Iowa Ideas virtual conference to discuss challenges from funding cuts and partisan politics.

Council candidates met Saturday morning in a public forum in Council Bluffs to discuss homelessness—housing and transparency.

The Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors signed a proclamation today naming October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month—urging local residents, businesses, and organizations to learn safe online practices to protect their digital information from cyber threats.

Council Bluffs voters are preparing for today's primary—officials say candidates and ballot measures will shape the contest and more details are expected as the election unfolds.

Pottawattamie County hired Jasmine Elmore as its new Human Resources Director on October 6; she brings extensive experience from the U.S. Department of Labor and nonprofit work.

Board of Supervisors Chair Scott Belt said her appointment will boost employee support + strengthen the county workplace culture.

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.

Denison-Schleswig Varsity Football Game Against Lewis Central

7-9 p.m. — Lewis Central High School — $5 entry — Don't miss the thrilling conference matchup as Lewis Central hosts Denison-Schleswig in varsity football.

Boo Bash Halloween Celebration

1–3 p.m. — Village Pointe — Free entry — Enjoy a spooktacular afternoon of family fun at Village Pointe’s Halloween Boo Bash.

Heroes on the Water Omaha Chapter Event

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Lake Manawa Sailing Association — Free entry — Spend a day fishing and connecting with fellow veterans and first responders on the water.

Adult Board Game Night

6:00-8:45 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Free entry — Unleash your inner strategist with a variety of board and card games to enjoy each month.

Arty Party Halloween Crafting

4-6 p.m. — Suites 2 Lobby — Free — Creepin' it crafty while making spooky mosaic picture frames for Halloween memories.

The Petersens Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Arts Center at Iowa Western — Tickets starting at $108 — Experience an unforgettable performance by The Petersens in Council Bluffs.

Moonlight and Magic

5-10 p.m. — Lake Manawa Dream Land Park — $20 per adult, kids free — Experience a magical evening filled with crafts, snacks, and outdoor movie fun under the stars.

Anime Club

2-3 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Free entry — Gather to create Shrinky Dinks and bond over anime and manga.