Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
Good morning, Sioux Falls.
Sioux Falls Fire Rescue responded to an apartment fire just before 9 a.m. on Sunday in the 400 block of South Thomson Avenue—fire crews found no residents, put out the blaze in five minutes, and a pet dog died while the cause remains under investigation.
A Sioux Falls man, Nate Iveland, suffered fractures in his neck and back on January 29 after sliding headfirst off a vehicle during a snowboarding race at Great Bear—and his surgery and hard work in physical therapy have brought him nearly back to normal.
He will return to work on May 5th as local fundraisers and a GoFundMe that raised $20,000 supported his recovery.
KELOland’s chief photographer Kevin Kjergaard was featured on CBS Sunday Morning for his nature segment filmed on a crisp morning near Devil’s Tower (Wyoming).
The report highlighted the elaborate mating rituals of sage grouse.
Hundreds of volunteers gathered at The Outdoor Campus in Sioux Falls on the weekend following Earth Day to clean up the Big Sioux River, picking up trash and finding items such as a bike and skateboard.
Friends of the Big Sioux River hosted a 'Party for the Planet' with family activities — the City of Sioux Falls added stops on the Greenway Trail to boost community efforts.
Mike Dishman, a Garretson man, had tongue cancer found during a routine checkup at Falls Dental in Sioux Falls when his dentist discovered lumps — he completed 35 radiation treatments and seven chemo sessions at Sanford Health, now works full-time in Human Resources, and plans a trip to the Black Hills next month as his voice improves.
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.
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.
Saturday Morning Community Group
3:30-5 p.m. — Invitation Church — Email for cost info — Enjoy food and community while fostering accountability and belonging.
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.
Avera Race Against Cancer
8-9 a.m. — Avera McKennan Fitness Center — Registration fee applies — Race to support local cancer care with activities for all ages and fitness levels.
Good Shot Judy Presents A Century of Swing
N/A — May 12 — Washington Pavilion — $59.43 plus taxes and fees — Experience the smooth sounds of the Big Band Era with classics like 'Beyond the Sea' and 'Fly Me to the Moon'.
Pop Up Fabric Boutique
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Hyatt Place Sioux Falls – South — Free entry — Explore the latest fabric collections from top brands while mingling with local designers.
Funkin Friday with Funk-UH-Fried
7-11 p.m. — The Social — Tickets required — Celebrate the debut of the revamped Funk-UH-Fried band and enjoy a night of funky tunes and dance.
Men's Bible Study
7:30-9 a.m. — Scooter's Coffee — Free entry — Engage in a video series exploring the biblical transition from Isaac to Jacob.
Night Ranger Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Alliance — $63.43 to $252.15 — Experience a night of classic rock with Night Ranger, including a VIP meet & greet.
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