THE GOAL, ENCOURAGE STUDENTS TO JOIN THEIR IN-SCHOOL BANK AND LEARN THE IMPORTANCE OF SAVING MONEY. >> KIDS GET EXCITED ABOUT THINGS LIKE THAT. AND WHEN YOU TALK ABOUT BEN FRANKLIN, THEY'VE HEARD ...

Known to many as “Grandpa Bill,” Johnson spent his time as a volunteer in the Foster Grandparent program, mentoring hundreds of students at Franklin Elementary School.

In just over a week, students who attend class in the Council Bluffs Community School district will begin the new year using the Hybrid Phase laid out by the district. As the first day fast ...

Council Bluffs Police quickly responded to Franklin Elementary School, located near Avenue C and 32nd Street, after a woman reported at 10:22 a.m. someone was on their way to “shoot up the ...

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa -- Former Hawkeye running back and Bishop Heelan standout Brandon Wegher faces charges in Council Bluffs for allegedly leaving the scene of a police investigation.

It’s been a long, strenuous road for Council Bluffs Thomas Jefferson graduate Brandon McDaniel. A few twists and turns, even a fork or two.