Council Bluffs News & Updates

Christmas is mentioned as being expected in court on Tuesday. While Omaha has no December firework sales, Wild Willy's in Council Bluffs has been selling them.

Sugars Lounge and Diner in Council Bluffs is continuing its tradition of an annual Christmas potluck. This event allows patrons to celebrate the holiday with their chosen family.

Local radio stations KSOM, KS95.7, and Western Iowa Today extend Merry Christmas and Happy New Year wishes. The message was shared alongside news updates relevant to the Council Bluffs and Cass County area.

Travelers heading to Omaha and Council Bluffs can expect foggy conditions today, with a high near 52°F. Christmas Day will bring more fog and mostly cloudy skies.

The Nonpareil has compiled a list of restaurants that will be open to serve diners on Christmas Day. This list also includes establishments open for dinner on Christmas Eve.

A Council Bluffs home is delighting visitors with a festive holiday display featuring fun, bouncing characters. This Christmas attraction offers a cheerful scene for the community to enjoy.

Despite a warm forecast, Crescent Hill in Iowa is anticipating a white Christmas this year. This location in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro area is set to offer a festive winter scene.

New Visions Homeless Services celebrated its 30th annual Community Christmas event at the Iowa West Sports Plex in Council Bluffs. The event provided festive fun for families in the community.

A Council Bluffs yard is adorned with numerous inflatable holiday characters, creating a festive Christmas light display. The decorations, including a Christmas light fence, are located near 9th Avenue and Ash Street.

A local Iowa nonprofit is dedicated to helping families create special Christmas memories despite the rising cost of living. They work to ensure children can experience the joy of the holiday season.

A Council Bluffs woman has won $10,000 playing the '777' scratch game from the Iowa Lottery. Her Christmas wish list is now growing thanks to this significant prize.

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is making a stop in Council Bluffs, IA as part of their 2025 Christmas Tour. This event is scheduled for Thursday, November 13th. It is part of a larger tour schedule across various cities.

Pottawattamie County offices will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. The main office is located at 227 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA.

Marjorie Ann Batten, a resident of Council Bluffs, IA, had a fondness for watching Christmas Hallmark movies. She also enjoyed a cold Pepsi and caring for pets.

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is set to perform a Christmas concert, with setlist details shared by fans online. Songs mentioned include "Night Enchanted," "Winter Palace," and "The Lost Christmas Eve."

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is set to kick off the holiday season with a performance. Their festive show will be held at the PPL Center on Friday, November 21st.

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra has launched their Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of TSO & More Tour. The setlist for this year's tour, which kicked off in Council Bluffs, Iowa, has been revealed.

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is bringing their 'Ghosts of Christmas Eve' show to the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa. This performance is scheduled for the evening of November 13th.