Loess Hills Times

07/08/2024

Pretty neat shot from our member Trevor Carlson🌈

07/08/2024

Wild weather of July 7th, 2024.

We hope everyone is safe!

Post your weather pictures here!

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Hitchcock Nature Center
Crescent Volunteer Fire Department
Underwood Fire and Rescue
Council Bluffs Scanner

07/04/2024

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07/03/2024

Friends of Underwood, IA Community’s Mural is complete!
Please stop by the West side of the Underwood Fire Department & check it out. Take some photos and tag the Friends of Underwood.
Kudos to Irwin Artworks for the hard work and compassion that went into creating this.

07/03/2024

Find information on driver's licenses, vehicle registration, travel conditions, highway construction and various programs. Traveler information, 511ia, and information on public safety. Need assistance, call 515-239-1101.

07/03/2024

UPDATE: THE REOPENING WILL BE DELAYED UNTIL 6 PM. Updated press release: https://shorturl.at/x5smJ

GOOD NEWS! I-29 & I-680 near Council Bluffs are expected to partially reopen around 3 p.m. Be aware of intermittent lane closures and floodwaters still in the area.

The NB I-29 ramp from Old Mormon Bridge Rd will remain closed. Check 511ia.org for current information, including county road closures during this major event.

07/02/2024

Plan your Day.

With plenty of rain Monday and Tuesday, we are looking at another round of severe weather starting around lunch time moving into this evening.

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Ponca Hills Volunteer Fire Department
Crescent Volunteer Fire Department
Underwood Fire and Rescue

07/02/2024

There has been a large amount of rain in our area prompting multiple flooding warning and watches.

Please be careful when traveling through road ways that are covered in water.

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07/02/2024

Currently most of Crescent is without power.

Current estimated time by Mid American Energy is about 545AM.

MidAmerican Energy please be safe out there.

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07/02/2024

New month, new sherbets! Don't forget we'll be closed on Thursday for Independence Day. Stay safe and have fun!

06/30/2024

06/30/2024

Sunday Photos

From the Iowa Department of Transportation cameras.

Pottawattamie County, Iowa reminds you

IF A ROAD IS CLOSED, IT IS CLOSED, regardless of what it looks like.

The public is reminded not to enter flood waters and continue to make good choices related to your safety.

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Crescent Volunteer Fire Department
Iowa State Patrol

06/30/2024

Situation Status - Pottawattamie County

Local officials, public works & roads departments, public safety agencies, and levee/drainage district officials continue monitoring the river flooding and will soon begin assessing impacts, damages, and initiate repairs.

The river crested (unofficially) at around 11am 6-29-2024 at 32.79'. The river will begin its slow and steady drop in the coming days.

As waters recede and water clears roads, DO NOT drive around barricades on roads that have been covered with water. Roads could have sustained damages and undermining that pose a serious safety hazard. IF A ROAD IS CLOSED, IT IS CLOSED, regardless of what it looks like.

The public is reminded not to enter flood waters and continue to make good choices related to your safety.

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Pottawattamie County, Iowa
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Pottawattamie County Emergency Management

06/30/2024

06/28/2024

FEMA continues to work with disaster survivors from the storms and tornadoes of April and May.

A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is open in Council Bluffs, and another will open in Minden in the coming days. A one-day Agriculture DRC will also soon take place in Oakland.

Details and resources➡ Pr.Pott.Co/News_DRCJJ

06/27/2024

Flood Detour Reminder!

We are so excited to welcome guests into our community this weekend - just remember flood closures have closed Crescent access from 680 and I-29

Small detour to come from the south: come through Council Bluffs (E Kanesville Blvd) and head North on Old Lincoln Highway!

Address for directions:
517 E Welch St, Crescent, IA 51526

06/27/2024

More storms for our area. Be aware tonight and tomorrow. High winds, some hail, more rain with localized flooding, and a possible tornado

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06/27/2024

Update on River Predictions.

As always, be safe when you are near flooding roadways. It's always safer to turn around.

06/27/2024

🌮 $6 Wednesday Specials at The Mile Away! 🌮

Come join us tonight for our unbeatable $6 specials and make your midweek meal a treat!

Tonight’s $6 Delights:

Beef Taco Baskets: Full of flavor with perfectly seasoned beef and fresh toppings.
Fried Taco Bowl: All your favorite taco ingredients served up in a delicious, crispy bowl.
Taco Dilla: The ultimate fusion of tacos and quesadillas, loaded with goodness.
Nacho Basket: Piled high with beef, cheese, and all the fixings for the perfect crunch.
📍 Location: 20270 Old Lincoln Highway, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
⏰ We open at 4 PM: Come early, grab a spot, and enjoy a delicious dinner!

Don’t miss out on these delicious deals – bring your friends and family for a fantastic meal at an unbeatable price!

06/26/2024

A Word from Mayor Chuck.

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