Good Day
Sioux Falls
Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Sioux Falls.
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gage Matzen, a man from Tea, South Dakota, began a 4,200-mile bike ride on sabbatical from his engineering job to support veterans in the Sioux Falls area — he has ridden 550 miles so far while riding through daily storms in the Appalachian Mountains. His fundraiser passed $5,000 — and he will raise his goal to $10,000 to boost help for the local Veterans Community Project. KTIV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FedEx Freight began operating in its new, bigger Sioux Falls facility at Foundation Park with a 76-door building — an upgrade from its old 49-door site — that has extra space for growth. The company said the modern site will boost freight services and create local jobs. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced a recall affecting over 280,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles in Minnesota, Iowa, and South Dakota—models include the F-150, Bronco, Expedition, and Navigator, with owner notifications scheduled for May 26 and free repairs provided. KXRB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Deuel School District was locked down Monday morning because of an indirect threat of a potential school shooter—after a thorough search nothing was found—so deputies and Game Fish and Parks officers stayed at the school for the rest of the day. KELOLAND
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hollie and Brock Scott will open Ark Academy at 3309 E. 26th St in the final Apple Tree building to care for infants through pre-kindergarten with low staff ratios and start care mid-June after renovations—an open house is planned for early June. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Sioux Falls high schools celebrated graduation today—students gathered with family and friends to honor the class of 2025—marking a milestone in their education. Argus Leader
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ AccuWeather forecasts that this summer will be hotter than normal in South Dakota with temperatures expected to be three degrees above average and nearly the entire state facing moderate to high drought risk—Sioux Falls already saw high temperatures reach the upper-80s in May, a trend that may lead to higher air conditioning costs and increased heat stress. This forecast implies that residents should be prepared for a challenging summer ahead. Argus Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A state-appointed group said the state's 1881 prison is overcrowded with 751 inmates in a space meant for 426 and warned conditions will get worse without a new facility. They recommended a new 1,728-bed facility within 30 minutes of Sioux Falls (ten location ideas have been submitted) and noted that the 22-member task force (set to finish its work this summer before a special legislative session on July 22) will review its next steps. KXRB
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR We never have to worry about dead batteries and missed calls thanks to this portable power bank that can charge up to five devices at once. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Sioux Falls.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bryn Chivers, a Welsh rugby coach at Wayne State, downsized to Centerville after a life-changing visit to a local donut shop. He led his team from Division 3 success to a Division 1 move and now commutes 150 miles daily—hosting college tournaments and mentoring players who later competed at the Olympics. KELOLAND
-
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.
-
The Premiere Playhouse Announces New Location & Focus
Sioux Falls, South Dakota's leading educational community theatre announces relocation of operational headquarters as well as an expanded - but simplified - structure of programming through three distinct series: Mainstage, Underground, and Artist Development. This transition allows the non-profit theatre organization to expand its educational offerings, in an effort to increase their overall community impact.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
Stay Connected Anywhere with This Powerful Portable Charger
Never worry about dead batteries or missed calls again. This high-capacity, portable power bank is a game-changer for anyone who relies on their devices throughout the day. With the ability to charge up to five devices at once, it’s perfect for families, professionals, and travelers alike.
Its compact design makes it easy to carry, while its powerful output ensures your phone, tablet, earbuds, and more stay fully charged no matter where you are. Say goodbye to low-battery anxiety and hello to uninterrupted productivity.
Whether you’re commuting, on vacation, or working remotely, this charger is your ultimate power solution. Stay connected, stay powered, and never miss a moment.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Sioux Falls.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It's not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Sioux Falls
Welcome to the Good Day Sioux Falls, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Sioux Falls, South Dakota community. If you like the Good Day Sioux Falls, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Sioux Falls.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Sioux Falls and across South Dakota. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Sioux Falls
A free Sioux Falls community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaysiouxfalls.com/sitemap