Good morning, Sioux Falls.

Madison canceled its annual fireworks display this year because of rising costs, while Sioux Falls readies a star-spangled Fourth of July celebration at W.H.

Lyon Fairgrounds (starting at 6:00 p.m.) with live music, food trucks and a 20-minute firework show.

The Ronald McDonald House is hosting Family Fun Fest and Bubble Bonanza on Saturday, June 13, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 825 South Lake Avenue, offering live music, face painting, bubble hair braiding (Stewart Schools), a free hot dog grill-out and pop tab donations to help local families.

Preform Solutions in Sioux Falls grew from a small family-run operation to a national packaging leader and recently won South Dakota Small Business Manufacturer of the Year.

The company, started 25 years ago, plans to expand production as demand grows.

Modern Meze, a one-stop charcuterie shop (drawing on Balkan heritage), will open late July or early August at 1524 S.

Sycamore Ave. It offers small plates with a daytime pick-up line and intimate evening dining, and plans to add classes and catering soon.

Jazz artist Grace Kelly is spending a week in Sioux Falls from June 8 to 12 as part of a Levitt at the Falls residency that includes community outreach, education, and local collaborations — culminating in a free concert Friday evening.

Sioux Falls residents will enjoy Lallycooler 2026 at The Birdcage on July 10-11 as the festival will feature live music+ food trucks+ VIP lounges along with pop-up experiences and after-parties that promise summer excitement.

Tickets are selling fast so get yours before prices increase.

Sioux Falls ranks 25th among the 500 largest U.S. cities for the most affordable lawn watering amid rising water prices and drought conditions.

Nationwide, households spend an average of 1.15% of their income on water bills as 47 states experience drought.

Sioux Falls drivers will face lane closures starting Monday, June 15 due to road maintenance on 57th Street and Sycamore Ave as crews seal pavement cracks to extend road life.

One lane per direction will stay open until work ends by mid-June (weather permitting).

City officials placed Well 25 into service yesterday near the Big Sioux River to boost water supply by adding over 5 million gallons per day.

The project replaced a 1952 well (modernizing an aging site) with federal funding and local studies.

Work has begun on Sanford USD Medical Center’s new 52,000 sqft building for dermatology and plastic surgery in central Sioux Falls this month, and it will transform a parking lot near 21st Street and Grange Avenue to complete by the end of 2027.

A newly renovated corner space is available for lease at the Johnson Building at 225 E.

11th St.—ideal for a fast-casual dining spot or office with 2,500 sqft of flexible layout and high foot traffic from nearby professionals.

Legally Blonde Musical

7-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater Center — Check website for ticket info — Celebrate empowerment and fun with this vibrant Broadway hit featuring catchy songs and fierce performances.

605 Pop Culture Con

June 13-14 — Sioux Falls Convention Center — Ticket prices TBA — Celebrate pop culture while supporting a worthy cause in the heart of Sioux Falls.

Dakota Challenge Girls Basketball Tournament

8 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Sanford Sports Complex — $305-$355 — Compete in this exciting basketball tournament for girls ages 10 to 17.

Summer Developmental Track Meets

5-8 p.m. — Lincoln High School — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of track and field events for all ages, including parents, in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

2026 NC1178 Annual Meeting

8 a.m.-2 p.m. — SDSU Extension — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Attend the annual meeting for the NC1178 group in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

2026 Rock The Country Festival - 2 Day Pass

11:59 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. — Sioux Empire Fair — Ticket Purchase Required — Experience a dynamic lineup featuring Kid Rock, Staind, and more at this exciting festival.

Rock The Country Festival

2 PM — W. H. Lyon Fairgrounds — Connect with fellow fans at this concert featuring top country artists.

Rick Monroe and The Hitmen Concert

7-10 p.m. — Bigs Bar — All ages welcome — Rock out to Rick Monroe & The Hitmen's high-energy southern rock show filled with real stories and grit.

Andrea Ross & Her Big Band Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Levitt at the Falls — Free concert — Experience the magic of song with Andrea Ross & Her Big Band as part of the July 4th celebrations.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Ball Handling Camp

Shooting & Ball Handling Camp — Jul 7-9 — University of Sioux Falls — $97 for observing coaches — Improve your basketball skills and confidence with high-intensity drills.