From left in front, Scott Hartman, Dr. Monica Arora, Debbie Osteen, Cory Turner, Dave Burd, Josie Abboud and Chris LaFerla participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Methodist Health System President and CEO Josie Abboud addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Medical Director Dr. Monica Arora addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Chris LaFerla addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Dave Burd, president and CEO of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Look as Council Bluffs' new behavioral health holds a ribbon-cutting ceremony
Dignitaries and other guests applaud during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Dave Burd, president and CEO of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Acadia Healthcare Chief Nursing Officer Michelle Spurlock, center, snaps a selfie with Medical Director Dr. Monica Arora, right, and other guests following a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Acadia Healthcare CEO Debbie Osteen addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Scott Hartman with the Jennie Edmundson Foundation addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Dave Burd, president and CEO of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health CEO Cory Turner addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Guests and employees check out Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Steve Baumert, former president and CEO of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, second from left, checks out Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Mayor Jill Shudak, center, chats with guests ahead of the ribbon cutting ceremony at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
An exterior view of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, seen on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Dave Burd, president and CEO of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
From left in front, Scott Hartman, Dr. Monica Arora, Debbie Osteen, Cory Turner, Dave Burd, Josie Abboud and Chris LaFerla participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Methodist Health System President and CEO Josie Abboud addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Chris LaFerla addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Medical Director Dr. Monica Arora addresses the crowd during a ribbon cutting ceremony for Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health, Council Bluffs' new 96-bed behavioral health hospital, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Here are the businesses that cut ribbons with the Council Bluffs Chamber in 2026
The Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce celebrates ribbon cuttings with new businesses, expanding businesses and those hitting significant milestones.
"The Edwards family has a rich history of making business investments in Council Bluffs that bring workers here and additional investment in community activities," Chris LaFerla says.
A new business in Council Bluffs offers low-impact workouts using bungees.
Loess Hills Media is launching a new Council Bluffs-focused magazine as well as expanding its lineup of local podcasts, including a weekly hourlong sports show.
