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by icejammer
Fri Jan 17, 2020 11:52 am
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Saltgrass Steak House @ VP (Mimi's / Stroud's)
Replies: 237
Views: 35959

Re: Saltgrass Steak House @ VP (Mimi's / Stroud's)

Ate at a Saltgrass once, the best I can say about it is the beer was cold.
by icejammer
Wed Feb 27, 2019 12:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Weather Events to Remember
Replies: 52
Views: 5654

Re: Weather Events to Remember

Even though this goes waaaaaay back, the Easter tornado of 1913 killed over 100 in Omaha.
by icejammer
Mon Feb 12, 2018 11:47 am
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: XTL Robotics Park
Replies: 13
Views: 4715

Re: XTL Robotics Park

Mjs5050ss wrote:Anybody know anything else on this. 2 years going with just a concrete pad?
There was supposed to be activity last spring, but there's been total silence on this for about 18 months now.
by icejammer
Thu Aug 17, 2017 12:27 pm
Forum: Transportation
Topic: $700 million I-80/29 reconstruction project
Replies: 298
Views: 98963

Re: $700 million I-80/29 reconstruction project

Reconstruction on western section of Bluffs interstate system set for 2020 Reconstruction is set to start in 2020 on the western section of the Council Bluffs interstate system, which will carry a price tag of $238 million. . . “The interchange of I-29 and I-480 will be completely reconstructed,” s...
by icejammer
Thu Aug 10, 2017 12:41 pm
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Tesla Service Center
Replies: 76
Views: 16125

Re: Tesla Service Center

Given that the state of Iowa, with all the wind turbines it has been throwing up, has not hit 40% yet... I'd say that OPPD reaching 40% within the next couple of years, is pretty phenomenal... considering how late to the game they've been. MidAmerican Energy presently stands at about 55% in Iowa, a...
by icejammer
Wed Apr 19, 2017 12:21 pm
Forum: Transportation
Topic: $700 million I-80/29 reconstruction project
Replies: 298
Views: 98963

Re: $700 million I-80/29 reconstruction project

IDOT says $100M to be spent on interstate system About $110 million will be spent this year improving the interstate highway system in Council Bluffs as the largest highway funding effort ever by the Iowa Department of Transportation continues. Seven specific projects for 2017 have either started o...
by icejammer
Wed Sep 23, 2015 12:26 pm
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Council Bluffs East Beltway (Eastern Hills Drive)
Replies: 25
Views: 8470

Re: Official: CB East Beltway (Eastern Hills Drive)

Work to begin again on major eastern CB road The continuation of a major north-south road in eastern Council Bluffs is likely to start in 2017, but a late 2016 date is not out of the question. The fact that the project is gearing up again is itself news, according to Public Works Director Greg Reed...
by icejammer
Fri Jul 17, 2015 8:30 am
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Mall of the Bluffs
Replies: 207
Views: 51437

Re: Mall of the Bluffs

Mall of the Bluffs for sale Mall of the Bluffs is once again for sale – this time, at auction. . . The auction runs from Aug. 3-5. Namdar leasing manager Chiam Wiater confirmed the main mall building – a 491,988-square-foot facility, according to the listing – was for sale. The ultimate fate of the...
by icejammer
Mon May 11, 2015 11:45 am
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Omaha ranked 36th Most Bicycle Friendly City
Replies: 7
Views: 2514

Re: Omaha ranked 36th Most Bicycle Friendly City

State of Nebraska pulls a #47 ranking for being bike friendly, according to League of American Bicyclists:

Report Cards for All 50 States
by icejammer
Tue Mar 24, 2015 12:16 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Bluffs Gets First Residential National Historic District
Replies: 7
Views: 1888

Re: Bluffs Gets First Residential National Historic District

Looks like we'll be trying to get the fourth historic district in CB recognized: Council gives go-ahead on ‘historic’ designation for South Eighth Street The Council Bluffs City Council gave the go-ahead Monday evening to start the process of making South Eighth Street a historical district. Local p...
by icejammer
Tue Mar 24, 2015 12:05 pm
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Council Bluffs Stadium Renovation
Replies: 7
Views: 4086

Re: Council Bluffs Stadium Renovation

A sorely needed project, certain to generate a lot of heated debate at the meeting tonight.
by icejammer
Fri Mar 20, 2015 1:16 pm
Forum: Omaha Metro Area Government
Topic: The Stothert Administration
Replies: 451
Views: 69729

Re: The Stothert Administration

Hopefully the mayor sent the letter to the media before sending it to the mother!
by icejammer
Mon Mar 09, 2015 11:38 am
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Fairmount Park Renovation
Replies: 52
Views: 11464

Re: Fairmount Park Renovation

Fairmount Park may get water playground The large green area has always been there, but now there’s an effort to “Return to Fairmount Park.” That’s the name of a project the city hopes will revitalize an area where children can play water games and families can enjoy afternoon picnics while gazing ...
by icejammer
Wed Jan 28, 2015 12:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Local Gas Prices
Replies: 867
Views: 107551

Re: Local Gas Prices

That is probably Andrew's Lounge.  They are always quite a bit cheaper for gas, but there is no pay at the pump. I paid $1.75 in CB the other day, at the BP just off the expressway at 24th. The three stations at that interchange seem to be the most competitive ones in CB recently. My guess is that ...
by icejammer
Wed Jan 28, 2015 11:48 am
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: River's Edge Development (Playland Park)
Replies: 829
Views: 180557

Re: River's Edge Development (Playland Park)

So they want to hold a special election to vote on the city putting in infrastructure here?  Am I reading this wrong or is that borderline the dumbest thing ever. Also that comment at the end about serving interests across the river is a head scratcher.  If anything a development like this will pul...
by icejammer
Thu Jan 22, 2015 11:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Each States Most Famous Restrants
Replies: 18
Views: 1787

Re: Each States Most Famous Restrants

As for Iowa, I have never heard of that place and I have driven through Mason City a few times.  I am surprised it isn't the Machine Shed or something in Des Moines.   I've been to MAson City, and I've seen the Music Man museum and the Park Inn, but don't recall this place. For most famous, I would...
by icejammer
Thu Jan 22, 2015 11:23 am
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Mid-America Center
Replies: 132
Views: 44763

Re: Mid-America Center

The Plaza is in a separate thread: http://eomahaforums.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=882" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
by icejammer
Thu Jan 22, 2015 11:22 am
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: The Plaza at Mid-America Center
Replies: 30
Views: 7218

Re: The Plaza at Mid-America Center

Foundation seeks new use for MAC plaza A new effort has started to bring life to a long under-utilized area near the Council Bluffs Mid-America Center. The Iowa West Foundation has purchased what is sometimes called the “spine” or the buildings in the center’s plaza, IWF President and CEO Pete Tuli...
by icejammer
Wed Jan 21, 2015 11:16 am
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: New Life for Streetcar Building
Replies: 7
Views: 1892

Re: Broadway Park Shelter

Previous discussion in this thread:

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[Admin merged threads]
by icejammer
Wed Jan 14, 2015 11:23 am
Forum: News and Events
Topic: How long will WOWT be off Cox?
Replies: 31
Views: 2751

Re: How long will WOWT be off Cox?

I thought it was pretty funny when I turned on WOWT after tehy went back on Cox, and the first thing I saw was a commercial for CenturyLink.
by icejammer
Mon Dec 29, 2014 3:03 pm
Forum: Nebraska and Iowa
Topic: Iowa Schools Start Date
Replies: 8
Views: 1035

Re: Iowa Schools Start Date

Just curious why that's an asinine comment? Schools still have to put in the requisite number of days of education, we'll just have to see how long it takes for the brain-dead followers to figure out it impacts family summer plans on the start side of summer.
by icejammer
Tue Nov 25, 2014 1:57 pm
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: River's Edge Development (Playland Park)
Replies: 829
Views: 180557

Re: River's Edge Development (Playland Park)

City must 'think big' for Playland Park The Council Bluffs City Council, in a 4-1 vote Monday evening, approved the contracts for services involving the construction of the Playland Park project. The council authorized Mayor Matt Walsh to execute an agreement with the Council Bluffs office of HDR I...
by icejammer
Thu Nov 20, 2014 12:13 pm
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Fairmount Park Renovation
Replies: 52
Views: 11464

Re: Fairmount Park Renovation

Water playground, trails highlight Fairmount Park renovations Council Bluffs Mayor Matt Walsh today announced a major project, “Return to Fairmount Park,” thanks in part to a $100,000 lead donation by the Noon Rotary Club of Council Bluffs. . . The woodlands of Fairmount Park will be restored, and ...
by icejammer
Fri Nov 14, 2014 11:43 am
Forum: Statistics
Topic: 1.2M residents in metro by 2050
Replies: 64
Views: 14736

Re: 1.2M residents in metro by 2050

Heartland 2050 Vision: Omaha, Council Bluffs should draw young, skilled workers In the future, the Omaha-Council Bluffs area should become a magnet nationally for a young, highly skilled workforce. The eight-county region should provide high-quality education to fuel the workforce in the future. Th...
by icejammer
Fri Nov 14, 2014 11:18 am
Forum: Statistics
Topic: 1.2M residents in metro by 2050
Replies: 64
Views: 14736

1.2M residents in metro by 2050

Study: 1.2M residents in metro by 2050 The eight counties that make up the Council Bluffs-Omaha metro area might have 1.2 million residents by 2050 – an increase of 400,000, according to a future needs study. This increase will have a measurable impact across the entire area, affecting not only the...
by icejammer
Mon Oct 20, 2014 12:10 pm
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Greenview Estates
Replies: 0
Views: 1073

Greenview Estates

Large subdivision gets commission approval The Council Bluffs City Planning Commission Tuesday evening approved the preliminary plans for a large subdivision on the eastern portion of town. Called Greenview Estates, the 409-lot project is to be located north of Greenview Road and west of Franklin A...
by icejammer
Thu Sep 04, 2014 3:48 pm
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Old River Pizza Company
Replies: 13
Views: 3075

Re: Old River Pizza Company

After 8-1/2 years, Old River Pizza baked their last pizza last weekend.
by icejammer
Thu Jul 03, 2014 12:03 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: B-17 Flying Fortress
Replies: 24
Views: 3222

Re: B-17 Flying Fortress

The "Memphis Belle" Arrives July 5th The famous Boeing B-17 known as the “Memphis Belle” will be open for flights to the public on Saturday, July 5th at Council Bluffs Municipal Airport. . . The “Memphis Belle” will be open for flights to the public on July 5th every hour on the hour, fro...
by icejammer
Tue Jul 01, 2014 3:20 pm
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Official: C.B. airport improvements
Replies: 47
Views: 8908

Re: Official: C.B. airport improvements

Smith bids farewell to Bluffs airport A new era is beginning at the Council Bluffs Municipal Airport. Monday was the last day for Dan Smith, who came there in 1992, serving these last 16 years as the airport authority’s executive director. His annual contract was not renewed by the Airport Authorit...
by icejammer
Thu May 29, 2014 12:41 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Two-state regional economic development
Replies: 2
Views: 775

Re: Two-state regional economic development

Hopefully, this is one more step in the right direction in cooperation between the cities... Officials: Missouri River should be no barrier between Omaha, Council Bluffs The Missouri River shouldn’t be a barrier when it comes to the future growth of Council Bluffs and Omaha, a Council Bluffs officia...
by icejammer
Tue May 27, 2014 12:19 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: 2014 Loess Fest 5/25-6/8
Replies: 16
Views: 1376

Re: 2014 Loess Fest 5/25-6/8

Loessfest draws 17,000 Sunday for concert Loessfest drew a huge crowd for its opening Sunday with a rock concert featuring Three Dog Night, Loverboy and The Guess Who. Sarah Lake, the festival’s spokeswoman, said attendance at the concert was estimated at 17,125. “We had a great crowd – about as bi...
by icejammer
Thu May 22, 2014 3:06 pm
Forum: Sports
Topic: College Baseball Conference Tournaments in Omaha
Replies: 182
Views: 18448

Re: College Baseball Conference Tournaments in Omaha

Kudos to the City for their brilliant move to increase parking revenues by closing 4 blocks of Cass St to on-street parking for a paving project, so the normal downtown workers who use street parking move further north, taking away dozens of parking spots that ballgame attendees could be using.
by icejammer
Tue Apr 08, 2014 5:00 pm
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Permits
Replies: 5
Views: 1047

Re: Permits

skinzfan23 wrote:Could be this:
North Lake Village
Proposed layout of project:
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by icejammer
Fri Apr 04, 2014 12:21 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Downtown parking update?
Replies: 211
Views: 27030

Re: Downtown parking update?

It is great.  All you do is type in the meter number into the app and select the time (you also have to enter credit card info the first time).   It sends you a text when your time is about to expire and you have the option to extend. My two biggest complaints with the app are that you cannot selec...
by icejammer
Fri Apr 04, 2014 12:11 pm
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Permits
Replies: 5
Views: 1047

Re: Permits

Might be for something on the north shore of Lake Manawa, where the trailer court was recently cleared. Still, a fairly high dollar amount.
by icejammer
Tue Mar 25, 2014 10:40 am
Forum: Council Bluffs Development
Topic: Old Kirn Gym
Replies: 15
Views: 4706

Re: Old Kirn Gym

Coyote wrote:Too lazy to look back, but do we have floor plans for this yet?
Look on the http://www.3pointlofts.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; website, click on 'Live here'
by icejammer
Fri Feb 28, 2014 9:59 am
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Omaha Local News Channels
Replies: 1844
Views: 534760

Re: Omaha Local News Channels

Where are you getting this 2-14"? Their newscast this morning had it at 3-6", and that's what they show on their website as well.
by icejammer
Tue Jan 28, 2014 9:12 am
Forum: Transportation
Topic: $700 million I-80/29 reconstruction project
Replies: 298
Views: 98963

Re: $700 million I-80/29 reconstruction project

A reminder for those interested: Open House for the Council Bluffs Interstate System Improvement Program Tuesday, January 28, 2014 4:00–7:00 p.m. Council Bluffs Interstate System Improvement Program Office Mall of the Bluffs 1751 Madison Avenue, Suite 750, Council Bluffs, IA ( Enter on the east side...
by icejammer
Fri Jan 03, 2014 1:14 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Two-state regional economic development
Replies: 2
Views: 775

Re: Two-state regional economic development

Pottawattamie County to join Nebraska counties in economic venture The big economic news in this town of about 250 people is the Painted Camel, a studio, classroom and retail store that potter Peter Koch is opening in a vacant building on Main Street. That’s just across from the Back 40, the tavern...
by icejammer
Fri Jan 03, 2014 1:08 pm
Forum: News and Events
Topic: Two-state regional economic development
Replies: 2
Views: 775

Two-state regional economic development

Governors on hand for new Iowa, Nebraska economic development agreement Members of the private, public and nonprofit sectors mingled Friday morning in anticipation of an announcement all three groups said would greatly benefit the Council Bluffs-Omaha metropolitan area. And beyond. With Iowa Gov. T...