Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
Good morning, Council Bluffs.
🏘️ Community
Today, Council Bluffs offers a family-friendly costume event at Cochran Park to welcome the fall season.
The city invites families to join in and enjoy fun activities this evening.
Open Door Mission CEO Candace Gregory is spending 24 hours on a bench today to raise awareness for people experiencing homelessness.
She will livestream Conversations on a Bench on Facebook and YouTube and invite questions until 2 p.m.—she hopes the event will break down social barriers.
💼 Business
Dairy Chef, a local ice cream shop owned by the Ozmun family, is closing for the season and using winter to repair the shop with a new patio cover and updated menu planned for next summer.
The shop remains open until Sunday, Oct. 12 — giving locals a final chance to visit before the upgrades begin.
🏛️ Government
Pottawattamie County took part in the ISAC 99-County Tour this week to review legislative priorities, county-level AI policies, and public outreach on property taxes—efforts that stress better communication and shared innovation.
Officials described ongoing initiatives that support efficient county government and collaboration among Iowa counties.
🎉 Council Bluffs Events
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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.
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.
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