Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
Good morning, Sioux Falls.
Sioux Falls Fire Rescue responded to a small house fire—one person was treated at the scene and another taken to the hospital and expected to recover—at East 16th Street and South Marday Avenue just after 2:30 a.m. Saturday.
South Dakota Auditor Rich Sattgast explained in an interview that he released detailed credit card vouchers from former Governor Noem’s office after a lawsuit demanded more transparency.
Lawmakers and officials at a May 8 meeting noted that changes—such as separate accounts for travel and security costs—have been made to better track spending and hold state officials accountable.
Moody County Chief Deputy Sheriff Ken Prorok was honored by a Senate resolution that listed 234 officers who died in the line of duty in 2024; he lost his life while deploying spike strips during a police chase and was lauded by Senator John Thune.
The resolution, sponsored by Senator Chuck Grassley, also declared May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 11 to 17 as National Police Week.
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley and 39 other AGs opposed a proposed congressional budget amendment that would impose a ban lasting 10 years on state enforcement of AI regulations, saying the move would limit the state’s ability to protect against public harms.
The attorneys general sent a letter to congressional leaders explaining that unchecked AI risks—such as explicit material and election interference—could put consumers in danger.
A Sioux Falls mental health counseling center became a tattoo parlor on Saturday to raise money for mental health services.
Encompass Mental Health hosted the 'Ink for Tomorrows' event featuring local tattoo artists + proceeds will support a nonprofit and help build a mobile play therapy van.
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.
Men's Bible Study at Invitation Church
7:30-9:00 a.m. — Scooter's Coffee — Free entry — Explore the video series from Isaac to Jacob while enjoying coffee with fellow men.
Sioux Falls Canaries vs. Cleburne Railroaders
6:35 p.m. — Sioux Falls Stadium — Affordable tickets available — Experience the excitement of live baseball with the Canaries taking on the Railroaders.
Live Performance by CAKE
3:00-5:30 p.m. — W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds — Tickets from $35 — Experience a high-energy alternative rock show featuring iconic hits from CAKE.
Arts in Healing Exhibition
6-8 p.m. — Rehfelds Modern — Free entry — Explore artwork that promotes healing through visual arts from various local initiatives.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire
12:30-2:00 p.m. — Denny Sanford PREMIER Center — Tickets available — Experience the excitement as your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks come to life.
Lake Lorraine Farmers Market Networking Event
7:30-9 a.m. — The BLU on Lorraine — Free, open to all YPN members! — Connect over coffee and conversation with fellow young professionals.
Dance Night
Big Band Dances are usually held the second Friday of each month at the El Riad Shrine, 510 S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls 57104. They are sponsored by the Ballroom Dance Club Sioux Falls and the El Riad Dance Club. The dances are open to the public. The cost is $15 per person, $7 with student ID.
SPREAD EAGLE with ALCHEMY Live
7-11 p.m. — Bigs Bar — Ticket info not provided — Rock out with the iconic sounds of SPREAD EAGLE and ALCHEMY at this energetic performance.
Father’s Day Steakhouse Dinner
5-9 p.m. — Harvester Kitchen by Bryan — Special pricing available — Celebrate fathers with a multi-course steakhouse dinner featuring seasonal flavors.
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