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Sioux Falls
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 605 Made announces two 2026 events. Night Market takes place 3 to 9 p.m. on Aug. 29 at the Raven parking lot at Sixth and Phillips with vendor applications due April 3, while details for the Holiday Market on Dec. 5 at Cherapa Place will be released this summer. SiouxFalls.Business
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pizza Hut's parent company announced plans to close 250 locations nationwide this year + in our state, 30 stores including six in Sioux Falls may be affected as the chain has yet to confirm which sites will shutter. KXRB
- ➤ Tashi’s Yarn Bar, a new shop combining a yarn store and wine bar, will open today at 10 a.m. on Fourth Street in Dell Rapids. Owner Tashi Berg said the store will host monthly craft classes and offer local yarn selections (950 sqft) to build a unique community space. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Sioux Falls businesses have teamed up to enhance local dining as Severance Brewing Co. now offers The Lodge Bar & Grill’s menu (including smash burgers) delivered directly to tables at Jacobson Plaza on North Phillips Avenue. KXRB
- ➤ Yum Brands announced on Wednesday, Feb. 4 that 250 underperforming Pizza Hut locations nationwide will close in the first half of 2026 amid declining sales (there is no word yet if any of the five Sioux Falls stores, including two Pizza Hut Express spots, will close). KXRB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Weather permitting, Sioux Falls Fire Rescue will perform controlled burns on two debris piles near Rice Street and Veterans Parkway beginning Monday, Feb. 9 — crews will monitor the piles until safe and traffic is urged to use caution if smoke affects visibility. City of Sioux Falls
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Consumer Reports experts recommend a monthly touchless car wash—including an undercarriage rinse after snowfall—to remove salt and prevent rust, while AAA advises cleaning the vehicle promptly after exposure to salted roads and driving cautiously on icy surfaces. Argus Leader
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls has launched an interactive map that shows building permits and construction projects; residents can click on pins to see details and the map will update monthly (check out past maps for previous years). SiouxFalls.Business
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ USD has named Matt Vitzthum as its 32nd head football coach after Travis Johansen left the program. Vitzthum, who served for two seasons and helped the team reach playoff milestones, was praised by athletic director Jon Schemmel. KTIV
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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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Sioux Falls Heat Up The Hardwood Basketball Tournament
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Sanford Sports Complex — Registration required — A competitive basketball tournament for 4th to 8th graders showcasing local talent and sportsmanship.
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FERS Benefits Seminar
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls South — Registration required — Navigate the complexities of federal retirement planning with valuable insights and resources.
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Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference - Women's Basketball Tournament
Feb 25 – Mar 4 — Sanford Pentagon — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling college basketball as 12 teams compete for the championship in Sioux Falls.
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JAMfest South Dakota Classic 2026
8:00 AM to 7:59 AM — 500 N Ebenezer Ave, Sioux Falls, SD — Check event website for costs — Cheerleading teams compete for prestigious Summit bids in the vibrant cheerleading community.
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2026 South Dakota Special Education Conference
7 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Sioux Falls Convention Center — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Network with educators and parents to explore innovative practices for special education.
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2026 Summit League Basketball Championships
1-7 p.m. — Denny Sanford PREMIER Center — Admission varies — Witness the excitement as teams compete for entry into the NCAA Division I Championship.
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Matt Mason Concert
7-9 p.m. — ICON Sioux Falls — $20 adv — Experience a lively musical evening with Matt Mason and John Riggins.
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