Good Day
Sioux Falls
Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc. honored local businesses and individuals on May 23 for their contributions to downtown life—winners included BibiSol as New Business of the Year, Friends of the Big Sioux River as Non-Profit of the Year, The Breaks for Food & Beverage of the Year, Plums Cooking Company for Retailer of the Year, Architecture Inc. for Professional Service of the Year, Jeff Eckhoff as BID Champion, and Anita Wetsch for Spirit of Downtown Sioux Falls. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Sioux Falls is in the middle of road construction season that may affect daily commutes as the city upgrades major intersections and thoroughfares. Projects include a $36 million Benson and I-229 interchange finishing June 27th, ADA improvements on 41st Street with lane closures, and Arrowhead Parkway work closing the road until May 14th, 2027 (with other projects set to finish between May 17th and Dec. 13th). Argus Leader
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Voodoo Coffee Shop opened yesterday at 1033 N. Minnesota Ave and serves handcrafted espresso drinks, decaf coffee, tea, smoothies and daily breakfast and lunch items. Owner Shah Afrouzi plans to add a wine bar and open another location with a drive-thru soon—growing the new coffee shop's big-city vibe in Sioux Falls. SiouxFalls.Business
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tourism officials noted fewer visitors and reduced revenue are concerns this season due to high costs and uncertain economic trends — early May meetings and lower hotel occupancy in Sioux Falls signal a softer outlook until major events boost bookings. Major attractions like the Black Hills Bluegrass Festival in June and the Sturgis rally in August are expected to drive increased travel — though many plan to spend cautiously. Argus Leader
- ➤ Gas prices in South Dakota dropped by four cents per gallon to an average of $2.93—lowest since 2021—giving local drivers a break as they plan road trips this Memorial Day weekend. KXRB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls Councilman David Barranco announced his run for state auditor on May 23 after serving as audit committee chair and leading A+ audits during his three-year term; his campaign promises to build on tax cuts and efficient management as his city council term ends next year—he is the first candidate to join the race ahead of the Nov 3 election. Argus Leader
- ➤ Two South Dakota law enforcement agencies—the Division of Criminal Investigation and Highway Patrol—applied for ICE’s 287(g) program under the Task Force Model to add immigration enforcement to their daily duties. If approved, these groups will join Minnehaha and Hughes Sheriff's Offices in working with federal officials to remove illegal immigrants and address violent crimes. KELOLAND
- ➤ Task force members said a new men’s prison must meet staff and inmate needs as they review a study that recommends a 1,500 to 1,700 bed facility and are evaluating potential sites. Local officials oppose sites in Sioux Falls while some lawmakers favor alternatives outside the city (Senate Bill 246 spurred longer mandatory sentences), and the task force will soon recommend a project to the Legislature. KELOLAND
- ➤ A study by Veterans United Home Loans ranked Sioux Falls fourth among over 500 markets for veterans to live – with Rapid City rated ninth – and local veterans officials praised the city’s strong network of services. The Military Heritage Alliance will host a Memorial Day program at 10 a.m. Monday to honor those who served. KELOLAND
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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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Intro Sioux Falls
4-7 p.m. — Great Shots — Free entry — Discover Sioux Falls through neighborhoods, attractions, and networking with local professionals.
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Do Portugal Circus
7:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. — The Empire Mall — Pre-sale tickets available — Experience breathtaking stunts and family-friendly fun under the big top.
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