Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
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💼 Business
At Steve Easton’s farm in Hanson County, he used a camera system to monitor cows during calving—technology that quickly spotted issues and saved money.
The Erdmann family also employed AI and ultrasound to track herd health and improve calving results.
🎓 Education
Camp Leif Ericson in Sioux Falls has opened its summer camp for children (ages 4-15) during its opening week, with full-day sessions for older campers and half days for younger ones.
Director Aspen Taylor said the camp offers a variety of outdoor activities including biking, archery, and horse riding, and registration is still available.
🏛️ Government
Nearly 200 South Dakota Air National Guard members returned from a mission that began in 2023 and spanned three regions, with the final group arriving in April.
A Saturday morning ceremony in Sioux Falls honored the airmen—Technical Sergeant Roger Crook retiring after nearly 20 years and his son Trevor on his first deployment—highlighting strong family support in service.
Task force members from Project Prison Reset met in Pierre last week and agreed to build a new men’s prison at a site in Worthing or Mitchell.
The facility will house 1,500 to 1,700 inmates at a cost of no more than $600 million—JE Dunn Construction will present proposals at the July meeting.
🎉 Sioux Falls Events
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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.
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.
Acton Children’s Business Fair Sioux Falls
4-6:30 p.m. — Startup Sioux Falls — $30 booth fee — Children launch their own startup businesses with booths at this engaging marketplace.
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