Iowa officials announce community cultural grants

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EarthTalk: Insulating paints

Dear EarthTalk: Do insulating paints actually insulate and save energy? If they do, are they environmentally friendly to use? -- B.D.
Paint additives that claim insulating...

An Invitation to our Council Bluffs Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Council Bluffs, we’d like to get the
unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link...

Governor Culver Highlights I-Jobs Housing Initiative in Council Bluffs

Council Bluffs – On May 7, 2009, Governor Chet Culver traveled to Council Bluffs to highlight the impact the I-JOBS Initiative will have on housing efforts across the...

Refinance Your Mortgage Locally, as Mortgage Rates Drop to 5% Level

­­With recent Fed action, interest rates on 30 year fixed rate mortgages have fallen across the country to 5% and, for the best credits, even lower.
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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Council Bluffs area

What’s the one small change that 1) instantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Iowa’s economy and 4)helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that last...

Weekend Activities in and around Council Bluffs

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Council Bluffs organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Council Bluffs is looking to let the community know out about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it...

Digging into 'shovel-ready projects' in the Council Bluffs area

They're called 'shovel-ready,' those stimulus projects that have been surveyed, planned for, approved and are ready to go in cities all around America. They've been on hold due...

Council Bluffs Home Improvement And Landscaping Show

Seminar Schedule:
Friday, March 6, 2009:
5:00 pm:10 Common Weatherproofing Mistakes -John Reddish
6:00 pm:In-Floor Radiant Heating -Jeremy Lang
7:00...

Giving To Council Bluffs Non-Profits: It Does Good…And It Feels Good

“There is no greater joy in life than giving to worthy
causes.” – Ted Turner, announcing his decision to give $1 billion to the United Nations (1997)
No doubt...

Make a difference in Council Bluffs! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where to start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Council Bluffs area and around...

The (Even Greater) Outdoors: Get Out There!

­­­In an age where we spend our days hooked up to Bluetoo­t­hs, broadband and Blackberries, spending a little time in Nature is even more impo­rtan­t to our sanity.Slowing...

Browse This Week's Classified Ads For Council Bluffs

They're short, potent and can help you move everything from a used treadmill to a 6 bedroom house. Check out our terrific resources for classified ads in and around Council...

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