Good morning, Sioux Falls.

Nearly 200 South Dakota Air National Guard members were honored on Saturday in Sioux Falls—while a Rapid City man was sentenced by a federal judge to 25 years for cartel ties—and the sheriff advised safe electric scooter riding as summer camp at Leif Ericson continued, a local bike trail boosted nearby business, and many enjoyed treats at B&G Milkyway despite smoky skies.

Construction on the Interstate 229 interchange has closed South Cliff Avenue, pushing drivers off the usual route while cyclists use the bike path.

Local bike shop Spoke-N-Sport has seen steady business+staff expect more traffic when the road reopens in a few months.

Sioux Falls’ B&G Milky Way on West 12th Street has served ice cream and smiles for over 70 years, keeping its original building and classic menu for locals.

Owner Bruce Bettmeng said he preserves its old charm while expanding the business to 10 locations + including a new store in Mitchell.

New data shows Sioux Falls drove most of South Dakota’s population growth by adding nearly 4,277 people to Minnehaha and Lincoln counties from mid-2023 to mid-2024.

Other counties saw little change, and the report warns that slower migration rates + future funding challenges will put pressure on local investments.

Today, crews began replacing the asphalt bike trail at Riverdale Park with concrete—forcing users to access the loop from Rotary or Cherry Rock parks as work will be finished next month.

Also today, crews started installing utilities for the new pool at McKennan Park, which will close South 4th Avenue between Park Drive and 26th Street for the next two weeks.

Sioux Falls Curling held Siouxperspiel this weekend where 32 teams competed—16 from our city and 16 from Watertown, Aberdeen, central Minnesota, and Omaha.

Team Workin from Fargo won the championship and the Olympic Trials will be held November 11-16 at the Denny Sanford Premier Center.

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.