Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
Good morning, Sioux Falls.
A free fireworks show will take place June 7 at the Tea Athletic Complex as families gather to enjoy music and a display of fireworks—donations collected will support local nonprofit Emily's Hope.
Union County authorities are asking for help finding 95-year-old Gordon Tornberg, who was reported missing early Thursday morning after leaving his rural home in a red 2011 Chrysler Town and Country van (SD license: 62P-C89).
He is known to travel to Vermillion and Sioux Falls and may have become confused as he does not have his phone.
Rapid City Police arrested 36-year-old Zachary Mauss on Wednesday afternoon after he crashed a delivery truck into a building on Knollwood Drive; his breath test registered .382% blood alcohol content, nearly five times the legal limit.
Sioux Falls Police said during a dispute in an alley south of Second Street and Dakota Avenue on June 4, a 39-year-old man was shot in the leg and taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries while a male suspect fled with the weapon and a woman was apprehended – though not charged.
A 20-year-old Pennsylvania man, Victor Rios, was sentenced last Thursday to 18 years in prison for attempted murder and assault after he shot a man in rural Lincoln County during a failed marijuana pickup + the incident occurred following a deal in May last year.
Larry Fleet—known for his heartfelt performances—will return to Sioux Falls on November 7 for his Hard Work & Holy Water Tour at The District after impressing audiences at Sioux Empire Fair.
Ticket presales started on June 5 and public sales begin today at 10 a.m.
Sioux Falls residents and visitors can ride Sioux Area Metro fixed-route buses and paratransit for free every Friday through August 30 as part of the Summer Fridays promotion starting today — riders do not need a pass or fare and SAM On Demand is not included.
A Sioux Falls man, Lance Rensch, discovered a historic masquerade invitation while remodeling an 1880s home near 26th Street and Duluth Avenue—he found the card calling for a ball on February 13th, 1888, and he will sell the renovated property next month to start a new chapter in its history.
In May, Sioux Falls had fewer closed home sales with 283 houses sold—an 11.3% drop from last May—while new listings increased 7% to 505 houses.
The median sale price fell to $330,000 and homes sold in an average of 88 days, one week longer than last May.
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.
Intro Sioux Falls
4-7 p.m. — Great Shots — Free entry — Discover Sioux Falls through neighborhoods, attractions, and networking with local professionals.
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.
South Dakota's Laziest Race
10 AM – 1 PM — JJ's Wine, Spirits & Cigars — Donation-based entry — Embrace your inner couch potato at this light-hearted 0.5K for a great cause.
Virtual Tour of Senior Living
9 AM - 7 PM — Trail Ridge Senior Living Community — Free entry — Explore one of the highest-rated senior living communities and discover exceptional dining and activities.
Watercolor Still Life Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Gist Wine Shop — Reservation required — Enjoy an elevated evening of creativity with watercolor painting and natural wine.
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