Good morning, Council Bluffs.

Supporters can buy new holiday-themed apparel online starting today to raise funds for Shop with the Sheriff, a program that provides winter clothing and gifts for at least 50 local children.

Orders must be placed by Oct. 21 with pickup and shipping starting Nov. 4.

Unleash Council Bluffs announced record tourism growth & digital marketing efforts in its annual update presented on Oct.

6. The update noted $334M in visitor spending, a 4.65% rise in hotel taxes, increased visitor center traffic, & that the 2029 Iowa Rural Summit will be hosted here.

A new laborshed study will examine commuting patterns, wages, benefits and education among Council Bluffs workers to understand local workforce trends.

Researchers will analyze data to guide future job and economic development plans.

Farmer David Weaver on his 1,600-acre operation is two weeks behind schedule as wet weather keeps equipment out of his fields and delays the harvest, and he hopes more dry, sunny days will help him catch up (farmers across Iowa face similar challenges).

Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors declared October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month on Tuesday, Oct.

6 and the courthouse will turn pink to honor those affected (CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs joined the proclamation, following a fundraiser that raised over $750 for patient support).

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.