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Sioux Falls
Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local family is seeking help to find their eight-year-old English Bulldog Ivy Bean who went missing on April 1 near 461st Ave - 240th St in Chester, and they offer a $2500 reward for her safe return. KXRB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls man Aaron Timothy Jonespokett, 36, was booked Tuesday morning into Minnehaha County Jail on four counts of sexual contact with a child under 16—allegations stemming from a two-year game where the victim went too far—and he was scheduled to appear in court that same Tuesday. Argus Leader
- ➤ On Sunday a 50-year-old woman was assaulted in the parking lot of a Sunshine Foods store after finishing her shopping when a 20-year-old suspect hit her and stole her car keys—police later recovered her vehicle a few miles away and arrested the suspect after a brief foot pursuit. KXRB
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls Fire Rescue crews conducted prescribed burns in Yankton Trail Park (3901 South Minnesota Avenue) and Farm Field Park (4401 South Western Avenue) Tuesday, April 8 to clear noxious weeds and promote native prairie restoration. The burns began at 1 p.m. and ended by 5 p.m. while the parks and trails remained open. City of Sioux Falls
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Catherine Schlimgen—senior assistant city attorney in Sioux Falls—finds creative legal solutions to improve the city. Born and raised locally, she works with colleagues on legal challenges and supports community programs through activities like singing with the South Dakota Symphony Chorus. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ The South Dakota Department of Transportation ended its March contest where kids voted for snow plows representing South Dakota and North Dakota. Thaw Patrol was named winner by Winner Elementary first grade and beat Plower Ranger—receiving more than 36,000 votes in the final matchup. KELOLAND
- ➤ Minnesota restricts raccoon pet ownership with permits that are rarely granted, Iowa bans raccoon ownership, and South Dakota allows it with a valid permit from Game, Fish and Parks — rules that prospective owners must follow — while proper housing and care remain essential. Prospective pet owners should review state requirements before proceeding. KXRB
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A house along Prairie Green Golf Course sold for $935,000 and topped the list of most expensive home sales for the week of March 17. The two-story home built in 1995 spans 4,200 square feet, features six bedrooms, four bathrooms and a saltwater pool — property records came from Minnehaha County and Lincoln County offices. SiouxFalls.Business
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Sioux Falls Home Expo
12-6 p.m. — Sioux Falls Convention Center — Free admission — Discover home improvement solutions and meet local vendors to enhance your living space.
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Polar Plunge for Special Olympics
12:30-4:00 PM — Combined Pool & Spa — Fundraising event — Dive into chilly waters while supporting Special Olympics South Dakota athletes.
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FERS/CSRS Benefits Workshop
2-3:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls South — Registration required — Gain crucial insights for your federal retirement planning journey.
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Kid's Activity Day at the Old Courthouse Museum
9-11:30 a.m. — Old Courthouse Museum — Free entry — Kids can explore history while creating their own bunny hats during this engaging craft program.
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Blake Rave Music: The Shirks Sessions Vol. 1
7-11 p.m. — Full Circle Book Co-op — Cover charge details TBA — Experience high-energy live music with local favorites The Shirks and special guests.
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Giants in the Earth: The Norwegians in the Dakota Territory
7:30 p.m. — Washington Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — A classic musical celebration featuring iconic tunes and a talented cast wrapping up the season.
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International Jazz Day Celebration with Fellowship Jazz Center Orchestra
Evening — South Dakota Symphony — Tickets available — Celebrate the debut of Sioux Falls' premier big band with an unforgettable performance of jazz.
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Sioux Falls Home Expo
2-6 p.m. — Sioux Falls Arena — Free admission — Discover great savings on home improvement projects and connect with local and national vendors.
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Saturday Morning Community Group
3:30-5 p.m. — Invitation Church — Email for cost info — Enjoy food and community while fostering accountability and belonging.
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Conservation in Action Tour
4-6:30 p.m. — Holiday Inn Sioux Falls-City Centre by IHG — Registration required — Experience innovative farming and conservation practices through hands-on activities in the Great Plains.
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