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Sioux Falls
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown will expand its Open Streets initiative with four events (running from 5 to 8 p.m.) on May 1, June 5, July 3, and Aug. 7 that boost local art, design and business activity. The program follows a successful pilot that drew strong community support. SiouxFalls.Business
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 13, First Dakota National Bank named Dave Kroll as its new president; he will continue as chief lending officer in Sioux Falls while Rob Stephenson remains CEO as part of a long-term succession plan — a move that aims to secure stable leadership. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ SiouxFalls.Business will share revenue from its "Jobs of the Week" feature with Forward SiouxFalls through the last week of March to support workforce development in the region, reaching over 80,000 people via its website, newsletters & social media. Listings will run on a first-come, first-served basis. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Sioux Falls does not have a Trader Joe’s because the chain opens stores in larger cities with over 500,000 people and a highly educated crowd, and its distribution centers do not favor our region—residents can still request a branch through its website. KXRB
- ➤ Sioux Falls-based A&B Business Solutions acquired Fargo-based Far From Normal, a dealer of graphic arts hardware and supplies in North Sioux City on Jan. 13, expanding its network to 115 employees. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Amazon drivers in Sioux Falls deliver about 150 to 250 packages per shift and can exceed 300 during busy times, covering up to 200 miles in a 10-hour period while routing systems help optimize stops in dense neighborhoods. KXRB
- ➤ Bailey Wood, director of marketing at Click Rain, is this week’s Up-and-Comer after moving from Council Bluffs (Iowa) to invest in Sioux Falls’ thriving business scene. She values the local support and plans to build a long-term future here. SiouxFalls.Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Dakota Mines professor Nirmalya Thakur was named among the world's top 2 percent of scientists by Stanford and Elsevier yesterday. His research in artificial intelligence and image processing brings global acclaim to local innovation. SiouxFalls.Business
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls environmental health manager Dominic Miller said complaints about snowblower noise are rare, even when commercial operations disturb nearby residents + he advises careful use of snow removal equipment as light snow remains with above-normal temperatures forecast later this week. Argus Leader
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sanford Health opened a new orthopedic hospital and an attached hotel on Jan. 12 in Sioux Falls. The nine-story facility includes South Dakota's first intraoperative MRI (blending advanced surgical technology with patient care) while the Highpoint Hotel provides convenient lodging for patients’ families. Argus Leader
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new ranking based on Yelp ratings shows Sioux Falls’ best breakfast spots offering hearty meals each morning — the list covers both casual chains and special local favorites. KXRB
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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.
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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.
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AI Assisted Development
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Startup Sioux Falls — Free entry — Engage with industry experts in AI and software development at this interactive panel discussion.
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Dueling Duos - Keys To Love Valentine's Party
8-11 p.m. — The District — Fundraiser Event — Celebrate love with an unforgettable night of dueling pianos.
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