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Sioux Falls
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Sioux Falls broke ground yesterday on a renovation at McKennan Park to update its wading pool with a new bathhouse, zero depth entry, spray features, shade structures, landscaping and a sculpture honoring Helen McKennan. The project, funded in part by Pierce and Barbara McDowell + it will keep the pool closed during construction until it reopens free for the 2026 summer swim season. City of Sioux Falls
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The original Taco John's at 1420 W. 41st St, which opened in 1971, is set to close around mid-July as the building is too old to upgrade. Staff will move to a new location in Tea expected to open mid-to-late July — and the property will be listed for sale. SiouxFalls.Business
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Sioux Falls man aged 57 was sentenced today to 10 years in federal prison for attempting to entice a 15 year old girl on Facebook—law enforcement revealed she was an undercover agent and he also faces five years of supervised release plus a requirement to register as a sex offender. KELOLAND
- ➤ South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley said investigators are examining three inmate deaths, including those of Jason Garreau and Joshua Arrow—found on Thursday and Sunday—after early tests indicated the deaths likely resulted from overdoses rather than natural causes. KELOLAND
- ➤ Officials at the Minnehaha Courthouse said that last year crime in the county rose by 11% with misdemeanors up 14% and homicides growing from 1 to 12—Judge Houwman noted that drug-related violence from meth and fentanyl along with issues from repeat offenders have put added pressure on the system. KELOLAND
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls is stepping up mosquito monitoring as recent rains help them breed—city crews will treat standing water and start spraying in high-risk areas beginning early June. KXRB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After four years of debate over CO2 pipeline applications, carbon sequestration is now tied to the Federal Reconciliation Bill. Local leaders and landowners urged Representative Johnson today to remove the 45Q tax credit—citing land rights concerns related to eminent domain. KTIV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Traffic and parking at Sanford USD Medical Center were affected when road improvements began May 20, adding two lanes for drop-offs and valet service near Medical Building 3. The work will last about three months and drivers are urged to allow extra time as congestion is expected during construction — especially with more vehicles anticipated when the Orthopedic Hospital opens in January. SiouxFalls.Business
SHOP NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Arts in Healing Exhibition
6-8 p.m. — Rehfelds Modern — Free entry — Explore artwork that promotes healing through visual arts from various local initiatives.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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