Good morning, Sioux Falls.

AAA warns that roads will be busy for Fourth of July travel and advises drivers to check their vehicles and avoid distractions—INRIX forecasts the heaviest traffic on July 2 and July 6 in the afternoon.

Jacobson Plaza opens today in downtown Sioux Falls—featuring a new playground, splash pad, and dog park—after final construction touches were completed on June 27, giving families a modern space to enjoy.

Tornadoes touched down Saturday night in several counties—confirmed near Gary and south of Kadoka—and the Highway Patrol investigated two deadly crashes while communities began cleanup after the severe weather.

A 44-year-old Yankton woman died in a rollover crash south of Wagner early Saturday morning—after losing control of her pickup and with her passenger suffering minor injuries—while a 53-year-old man from Mount Vernon died in a separate crash northwest of Plankinton on Friday afternoon when his vehicle was hit by a car that ran a stop sign and the other driver sustained minor injuries.

Child's Play Toys in downtown Sioux Falls hosted two free tea parties on June 29 to showcase the new Marileg toy line featuring whimsical mice-themed designs (with treats provided by local small businesses) and store owner Nancy Savage said the line quickly became the store’s second-best vendor next to Jellycat (reflecting a creative push to boost consumer interest).

Gas prices in South Dakota have held steady at an average of $3.03 per gallon—with prices in Minnehaha County among the lowest and the east side averaging below the west—and AAA South Dakota said no major changes are expected unless higher summer travel or global events push prices up, so drivers should shop around before the Fourth of July travel season.

Governor Larry Rhoden helped with cleanup in Kadoka after tornadoes damaged several homes last night (he posted photos on X showing his work) and said his team will keep aiding residents (asking everyone to keep them in their prayers).

Sioux Falls Police Chief Jon Thum won a celebrity shootout at halftime at Bob Young Field on June 29th when his shot went top shelf—helping Sioux Falls City beat River Light 7-1.

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.

Downtown Historic Walking Food Tour

1-4 p.m. — Downtown Sioux Falls — Ticket purchase required — Discover local culinary delights while exploring the city's rich history.

Aaron Tippin Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Alliance — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of classic country hits from a legendary artist known for his heartfelt lyrics.