Good morning, Council Bluffs.

Former Lincoln Mayor and Council Bluffs native Coleen Seng, known for her personal warmth and long public service — serving as mayor from 2003 to 2007 and as a city council member for 16 years — died Monday surrounded by her family at age 89.

Pottawattamie County launched a warm clothing drive yesterday — the Wellness Committee asked residents to donate new or gently used coats, hats, gloves, and other winter essentials to help neighbors facing hardship.

Donations will be accepted at the courthouse, secondary roads center, jail, and public health office until February 28.

Riverside teacher Jill Weathers is offering a free clothing swap for families at holiday concerts to help families and bring the community together — she said the event is designed to offer affordable clothing options and strengthen local bonds.

Riverside Community School District received a STEM BEST grant to launch its drone designers program+ the program will offer hands-on drone building and flying opportunities for students when the new term begins.

Local business owner Angela Fritz of Independent Investment Real Estate Group LLC donated $8,000 to the Riverside Community School District's Riverside PRIDE Capital Campaign to support capital improvement projects.

The Iowa Finance Authority gave over $333,000 to two Council Bluffs homeless shelters as part of a statewide grant program that distributed more than $5.7 million to help those facing homelessness + improve support services.

Methodist Health will host a Stuff the Truck food and toy drive on Thursday — from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. — at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Medical Plaza in Council Bluffs where community members can drop off donations.

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.

Breakfast With Santa

9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. — Historic General Dodge House Museum — $15 per person — Enjoy breakfast with Santa and crafts in a festive holiday setting.

Christmas MLS Breakfast and Auction

9-11 a.m. — Grand Venue — Free entry with donation — Enjoy breakfast and support local towns in need through holiday auction baskets.

BEAST EAGLE Album Release Party

9:30-11:30 p.m. — Whiskey Roadhouse — Free entry — Celebrate the release of BEAST EAGLE's new album with a night of killer tunes and good vibes.

Christmas By Candlelight

6-10 p.m. — Historic General Dodge House Museum — $20 Pre-registered, $25 Walk-Ins — Experience the magic of the 1800s with candlelight tours and festive refreshments.

Adult Board Game Night

6:00 – 8:45 p.m. — Council Bluffs Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of classic and new board games in a welcoming community setting.

HAPPY ENDINGS BAND OMAHA

7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Dock Bar & Grill — Enjoy a lively night of music after the holiday rush.