Good morning, Sioux Falls.

On June 24th, Connor Shaull, a 30-year-old lawyer at Davenport, Evans, Hurwitz & Smith LLP, was named this week’s up-and-comer because he grew up around Sioux Falls and values its strong local ties—he works alongside top legal experts and spends time helping students learn about law.

State authorities charged 21-year-old Manarion Fuse for distributing a controlled substance that led to inmate Anthony Richards’ death on February 6th and arrested 49-year-old Melibu Ross for smuggling drugs that resulted in inmate Jason Garreau’s fatal overdose on May 14th—both actions part of an ongoing investigation into prison drug activity.

Charges have been filed against a Sioux Falls woman, Melibu Ross, who is accused of giving meth that led to inmate Jason Garreau’s overdose death on May 15 at the State Penitentiary—Attorney General Marty Jackley will speak at 11 a.m. in Sioux Falls to announce more charges tied to inmate deaths and a prison riot.

Consultants say a proposed downtown convention center would need between 300—400 new hotel rooms because only 297 are within a 15-minute walk; they met on June 24th to update studies on current demand and capacity.

The report projects the project will boost local economic impact and create about 278 full-time jobs—funding and management plans are being finalized in the coming weeks.

The Sioux Falls school board voted Monday night to opt out of a tax limitation of ($2.1M) for 10 years so the district can raise extra operating funds from 2026 to 2035.

The board noted the move will not affect property taxes and may be referred to voters if 5 percent sign a petition within 20 days.

Passenger rail advocates from All Aboard Northwest are touring South Dakota to share the Federal Railroad Administration’s recommendations and show supporters how to urge Congress for Amtrak funding.

The Train Trek series began Monday in Sioux Falls, continued Tuesday in Lincoln County, and is holding a meeting in Fort Pierre today — with two more events planned for Thursday in Wall and Rapid City.

Health officials confirmed West Nile virus in a mosquito pool in Minnehaha County on Tuesday — the first detection in 2025.

Residents are advised to use bug spray and limit outdoor activities at dusk to lower infection risk.

A health policy report warned that roughly 20,000 South Dakotans may lose health insurance if the tax bill passes and enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits expire+ the tax bill alone is projected to add about 12,000 uninsured people.

Current figures show an uninsured rate of 10.4% for those under 65+ these changes have raised concerns about maintaining coverage in the state.

Seven homes sold over one million dollars during the week of June 2 based on records from Minnehaha and Lincoln counties.

The highest sale was a ranch built in 2018 on 10 acres south of Sioux Falls that sold for $2.1 million—featuring a large home with five bedrooms, four bathrooms and an outbuilding with horse stalls.

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.

2025 That Sounds Decent Festival

3-10:30 p.m. — Levitt at the Falls — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant lineup of local artists and activities for all ages in this beloved Sioux Falls summer festival.

Legally Blonde Musical Performance

Time TBA — Orpheum Theater Center — $23.10 — Experience the charming journey of Elle Woods as she navigates Harvard Law School with style and determination.

Burton Cummings Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Washington Pavilion — $63.06 – $206.82 — Experience the magic of rock legend Burton Cummings live in concert.

WHEY JENNINGS at Bigs Bar Live

7-11 PM — Bigs Bar — Cost info not provided — Experience an unforgettable night with country artist Whey Jennings as he shares his musical journey and stories of redemption.

Dyer Davis Concert

7 PM – 1 AM — Levitt at the Falls — Food vendors on-site — Enjoy electrifying southern blues rock from Dyer Davis and opening act Supermassive Black Holes.