Good Day
Sioux Falls
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Experience Sioux Falls recognized several visitor industry standouts at its annual Visitor Industry Luncheon held Tuesday, May 5, at the Sioux Falls Convention Center — the event honored winners in hospitality and leadership, including Mayor TenHaken and outgoing council members, in front of over 550 attendees. KXRB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hy Vee is honoring veterans in May with round-up donation matching up to $100,000 & free weekly coffee on Wednesdays at local stores. The company will offer a free breakfast on May 20 and later partner with the USO to distribute 5,000 care packages. Argus Leader
- ➤ Maguire hosted an SBA Manufacturing Industry Listening Session and Regulatory Roundtable at its Sioux Falls campus on May 6, where manufacturers and policymakers discussed regulatory challenges and growth opportunities and recognized Gene Jones Jr. and Scott Jones as South Dakota’s 2026 Small Business Champions. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Shay Veatch, who moved here in 2023, launched her firm, Shay's Handyman Service (a woman-owned business that assists women with small home repairs) to help pay for her Oct. 31 wedding and meet new people. She plans to offer free seminars on basic repair skills soon. SiouxFalls.Business
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Great Plains Zoo will host its Summer Celebration on Saturday, May 23 from 9 AM to 5 PM, offering zookeeper chats, carousel rides + tasty treats for families to enjoy. Visitors will explore 45 acres of animal exhibits and participate in fun activities during the event. KXRB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Starting next school year, schools in Sioux Falls will introduce the Emily’s Hope substance use curriculum for students from kindergarten through high school, funded by $518,000 from the opioid settlement fund + $100,000 from a community grant; the program will help teachers and trusted adults lead age-appropriate prevention conversations. South Dakota News Watch
- ➤ State Board of Educational Standards will drop Common Core Math in favor of common sense math in July 2027 to boost test scores after previous results fell short. Math professor Sharon Vestal and others expressed mixed views during public board meetings + noted fewer teacher participants compared to earlier reviews. KTIV
- ➤ Cadence Micucci, a Tea High School sophomore, won the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for South Dakota and her mixed media piece The Original Soldier will be on display in the U.S. Capitol for the next year. U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson said the work reflects the state’s heritage. KTIV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildlife officials have updated elk hunting rules to manage crop damage. State residents can obtain unlimited East River prairie elk licenses outside Crow Creek Reservation and 50 additional licenses in Custer Park for a season running from September to December. KXRB
- ➤ Sioux Falls reminds residents to follow water conservation rules including specific hours and odd-even guidelines for lawn watering, and to maintain grass height while obtaining permits for new lawns + tree planting. Free compost is available at the landfill, and street sweeping operations continue to keep neighborhoods clean and safe. City of Sioux Falls
- ➤ Carson Walker, CEO of South Dakota News Watch, was elected SDNA’s first digital president on May 1 in Deadwood — a change that now lets digital outlets join the organization. South Dakota News Watch
- ➤ Today, Governor Rhoden activated the state Drought Task Force to address dry conditions affecting agriculture and water supplies across several counties (including regions facing extreme drought). The group brings together multiple state agencies and local partners meeting later today. KXRB
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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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Pastime Classic Baseball Tournament
8 a.m. — Sanford Diamonds — $600 per team — Compete in a thrilling 10-14U baseball tournament with top-notch facilities and live-streaming options.
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