Good morning, Sioux Falls.

Lane Bryant, a longtime women's clothing store, will close at The Empire Mall on Jan.

17. The store sent a notice to customers after being saved from closure in 2021 + its owner sold brands amid bankruptcy proceedings.

South Dakota cities, including Sioux Falls, continue to attract new residents due to no state income tax and an affordable cost of living.

Job opportunities in healthcare, education, and manufacturing add to the appeal (50.9% in-migration score), drawing families and remote workers seeking quality living.

Gas prices in Sioux Falls have dropped to about $2.49 a gallon—nearly five cents lower than last week—giving drivers a welcome break as national averages dip below $3.

South Dakota dairy farmer and processor Tim den Dulk warned that the state’s dairy industry — which grew 165% over the past two decades — faces a tough labor market under stricter immigration rules.

Drumgoon Dairy in Lake Norden lost 38 of 50 employees this summer, raising workforce shortage concerns.

The westbound outside lane on East 14th Street between South Cliff and South Seventh will be closed on Monday, Jan.

12 at 8:30 a.m. for utility work (Xcel Energy), and pedestrians will be detoured to the south sidewalk until the work ends by the close of business on Jan. 23.

Rip City Remix: Sioux Falls Skyforce Game

2-4:30 p.m. — Sanford Pentagon — Tickets available — Catch the local Sioux Falls Skyforce in action during an exciting basketball game.

Mitchell vs. Roosevelt JV Basketball Game

4:00-5:15 p.m. — Roosevelt High School — Free entry — Catch the Roosevelt JV basketball team as they take on Mitchell in a home non-conference matchup.

Sioux Falls Blizzard Blowout Basketball Tournament

8 AM - 8 PM — Sanford Sports Complex — Registration required — Compete in an exciting basketball tournament for 4th-8th graders with full tournament coverage.

Dinner Detective Sioux Falls Public Show

6-9 p.m. — Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel & Convention Center — Ticket pricing not listed — Enjoy a thrilling interactive true crime mystery show while dining on a fantastic dinner.