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We're sharing stories that uplift, inspire and put smiles on faces — narratives that focus on extraordinary acts of kindness and grace by unsung neighborhood heroes.Â
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Vincent Bluff partners raised about half the money needed to buy a 29 acre addition north of the preserve, aiming to protect the iconic Skyline Drive ridge by January 2027.
By the end of the week, nearly 5,500 Shine Bright kits packed in Council Bluffs are headed to students across the metro.
New Visions Homeless Services is set to open Council Bluffs’ first transitional housing program dedicated to veterans experiencing homelessness on Oct. 1.
Farmers Market Council Bluffs is giving young entrepreneurs a chance to share their products and creativity through the Kids Business Fair.
Rain couldn't stop a revived neighborhood tradition in Council Bluffs' West End. Children who once marched in the parade returned with children of their own for a patriotic reunion.
A free community baby shower in Council Bluffs, hosted by Molina Healthcare of Iowa and Firefly, gave families items including crib mattresses and baby wipes for no cost.
For one local family, a police K-9’s name is a lasting tribute to sacrifice and service. The Council Bluffs police has two new K-9s, named after military service members.
"We're committed to feeding kids," says Lisa Stewart, director of nutrition services of the Council Bluffs Community School District.Â
The Council Bluffs Fire Department's free hydrant parties take place from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at different locations each session.
First Row Fitness is donating 10% of memberships for the month of June to Midlands Humane Society.
A box fan can be a lifesaver in the summer heat. Here’s how a local drive is helping neighbors in need.
College View Elementary School hosted its annual fifth grade exhibition Wednesday to showcase the culmination of learning by students as well as to reflect the efforts of teachers and mentors.
The Council Bluffs Post Office collected more than 14,000 pounds of food donations during the Stamp out Hunger food drive.
From food drives to tornado recovery efforts, Underwood’s Alicia Alvarez is being recognized for making a difference across her community.
New Visions Homelessness Services continues to offer Laundry of Love each month, with All Care Health Center joining periodically to offer health services. The program also received a donation of quarters.
The goal is to rehabilitate and train dogs so they may be adopted and find good homes, but the Clarinda prison dog program also offers many benefits to incarcerated handlers.
The Wall That Heals will travel to Council Bluffs, allowing some a first-time look at the Vietnam Memorial.Â
Council Bluffs’ newest cleanup effort is about more than trash — it’s about hope.
More than 500 students from Treynor Community Schools visited the Open Door Mission campus in Omaha last week to serve and learn about homelessness.
Our newspaper has always been proud to highlight what makes it special. While we already share many positive stories, we’re excited to take that effort even further.
The 4th Judicial District Veterans Treatment Court celebrated its eighth graduate earlier this month.
Tyler Juranek, a Council Bluffs native born without eyesight, hosted his ninth annual Ride Into Sight tractor ride fundraiser for retinal research at the University of Iowa on Aug. 1.
