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Friday, March 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On March 20, the Sioux Metro Growth Alliance honored community leaders, business partners, and economic development champions at its annual meeting and awards banquet. SMGA president Tyler Tordsen and Lt. Gov. Tony Venhuizen spoke on the region's growth—new board members and officers were also introduced to guide future efforts. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Shift Garage helped 97 local families buy safe, affordable cars with its UpShift program and fair financing options last year and now plans to expand its services to help 250 families each year. The nonprofit provides low-cost repairs and free financial counseling to ease the high costs of car loans — a struggle many face. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ The Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation expanded its historic depot at 200 N. Cherapa Place by adding 1,400 sq ft to create free meeting space for nonprofits and donors. The building on the National Register of Historic Places now holds board-style meetings for 20+ people and has updated offices to support its growing team. SiouxFalls.Business
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Longtime Sioux Falls chef Jess Blodgett invested in new kitchen equipment and began selling items at the Brandon Farmers Market on March 20 as she shifted from a café model to focus on catering orders. She said the floor-stand mixer, convection oven, and 10-burner range — which triple her production capacity — helped meet growing customer demand. SiouxFalls.Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Larry Rhoden signed four bills on Wednesday that cut funding for some education programs while adding money to others. The changes shift the dual enrollment cost share to a 50-50 split for high school students and bar new enrollments in a teacher certification program, while $4 million is allocated for technical college equipment and extra district payments rise up to $137,000. Argus Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Sioux Falls will begin construction on a new intersection at Arrowhead and Veterans Parkways on March 26. Arrowhead Parkway will close east of the intersection and Veterans Parkway will run one lane each way during the first phase of work—expected to last through the end of 2025—while drivers are advised to plan for delays. City of Sioux Falls
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ South Dakota recorded 50 flu deaths this season, the most since 2017-18, as flu cases rose 192% above the five-year average — state data show a 17% drop in vaccinations from last season. Health officials warn that lower vaccine use may worsen the outbreak. Argus Leader
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2nd Annual Sioux Falls Chess Festival and K8 City Championship
This event features a chess festival and a city championship for kindergarten to 8th grade students, offering free participation and lunch for Sioux Falls residents.
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Central Plains Dairy Expo 2025
This expo in Sioux Falls features a focus on the dairy industry, showcasing products and services relevant to dairy farms.
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Sammy Kershaw Concert
Country music artist Sammy Kershaw will perform live at The Alliance in Sioux Falls, featuring hits from his extensive discography.
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Unleaded 88 Day
On Saturday, March 29th, the 88th day of 2025, The South Dakota Corn Utilization Council (SDCUC) and Kwik Star are emphasizing their partnership with a first-of-its-kind event, Unleaded 88 Day (UNL88 Day), to promote the use of ethanol-blended fuel across eastern South Dakota. Between 8 AM and 8 PM on Saturday, March 29th, customers are invited to fill up their gas tanks with Unleaded 88 at any of South Dakota’s 11 Kwik Star locations for just $1.88 per gallon.
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FP-C, CCP-C, CFRN® and CTRN® Exam Review Course
8 AM - 5 PM | Avera Medical Group Health Care Clinic - Downtown | Course fees vary | Comprehensive support to guarantee certification exam success.
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PBR: Unleash The Beast
7:45-9:30 p.m. — Sioux Falls Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of professional bull riding at this high-energy event in Sioux Falls.
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Chilly Cheeks Race
8-11 a.m. — Riverdale Park — Registrations vary — Celebrate spring fitness with a run and hot chili treats at the beloved local race's final edition.
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PBR - Unleash The Beast
8:45-10:30 a.m. — Sioux Falls Convention Center — Check website for pricing — Experience the thrilling energy of Professional Bull Riding at this three-day event in Sioux Falls.
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Diabetes Care and Education Conference
10 a.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls South — Refunds up to 7 days before the event — A conference focused on diabetes care for health professionals and management of disease complications.
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Sioux Falls Regional Livestock Event
8:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Sioux Falls Regional Livestock — Free entry — Experience the excitement of real-time internet broadcasting of livestock sales and special events.
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