Good Day
Sioux Falls
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls officials announced that the historic Coliseum at 515 North Main will remain part of downtown’s landscape after residents voiced concerns over demolition for extra office space; additional offices have been secured while officials develop a long-range expansion plan. KXRB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls native Megan Dietz, mitigation manager at Rainbow Restoration, was named the company’s national operations manager of the year on May 5; she supports restoration efforts and gives back to her community through volunteer work. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Two new businesses opened in the expanded Montgomery’s store building at 1703 W. 41st St, with Kids 2 College Furniture offering nursery setups and On41 providing discounted merchandise. A circus-themed ribbon cutting will take place (at 11:30 a.m. June 4) to mark the event. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ FedEx will close its Benson Road Ship Center on June 29 and move operations to 5051 W Foundation Court + three other centers and 21 drop boxes remain active for shipments. KXRB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Data from the Common Sense Institute shows families keep 34.6% of their income after paying essential bills — only Iowa edges ahead at 34.7%. Rising expenses and incomes have balanced out, leaving South Dakota households with more leftover cash than many other states. KXRB
- ➤ Sioux Falls drivers saw gas prices jump to $4.29 per gallon overnight on Monday, prompting concerns that the surge may lead to higher transportation+food costs as seasonal demand and supply tightness persist. KXRB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Avera renamed its Avera Specialty Hospital to Avera Orthopedic Hospital after remodeling expanded dedicated space at its on Louise campus—now offering advanced surgery suites, orthopedic urgent care, and minimally invasive joint replacement in a modern, patient-friendly setting. SiouxFalls.Business
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Spring Parade of Homes returns this May with tours available from 1 to 5 p.m. on May 9-10 and May 16-17; most homes are free to tour while three feature homes charge a $5 fee to support local community programs. KXRB
- ➤ On May 5, a new 3,600 sqft ranch walkout built by Kelly Construction topped this week’s home sales with an $850,000 price tag in Mystic Heights at Foss Fields. The property includes five bedrooms, three bathrooms and a three-season porch with a fireplace. SiouxFalls.Business
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Midtown Coffee Radio Hour Season Finale
7:30-9 p.m. — ICON Sioux Falls — In-person event — Celebrate the season finale of the Midtown Coffee Radio Hour with great local entertainment.
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80s Dance Party Sioux Falls
8-11 p.m. — Bigs Bar — $15 admission — Dance the night away to classic 80s hits while sporting your best retro outfits.
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We Will Rock With You - A Night of Queen & Michael Jackson
8 PM – 1 AM — Orpheum Theater Center — Ticket prices vary — A spectacular tribute concert featuring the greatest hits from Queen and Michael Jackson.
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Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k
Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k — All Day — Sioux Falls, South Dakota — Registration required — Participate in a community-focused running event with options for all ages.
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Family Fun Cruise
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Roxi & Co — Free dog waste dispenser for the first 250 guests — Cruise the Sioux Empire with local families and enjoy fun activities while supporting local businesses.
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Carolyn Wonderland Live Concert
7:00 p.m. — Levitt at the Falls — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of Carolyn Wonderland with her blend of blues, Tex-Mex, and rock 'n' roll.
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