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Monday, February 9th, 2026

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Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.

CULTURE NEWS

  • On Saturday, the Great Plains Zoo hosted a Winter Olympic Enrichment Day where Amur tigers, brown bears, and snow monkeys enjoyed Olympics-themed activities to celebrate the 25th Winter Olympic Games — zookeeper Sommer Bell noted that some enrichment items featured the Japan flag.  KTIV

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Oscar Quezada, an 11-year-old from Challenge Center Elementary, won the state spelling bee held Feb. 7 in Mitchell + he will compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington in May.  South Dakota News Watch

EVENTS

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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.

    Thu, 2/12/26

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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.

    Fri, 2/13/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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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.

    Sun, 2/15/26

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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.

    Wed, 2/25/26

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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.

    Sun, 3/1/26

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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.

    Tue, 3/3/26

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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.

    Wed, 3/4/26

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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.

    Sat, 3/7/26

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