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Sioux Falls
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Paradigm Lumber opened a new showroom and lumberyard at 3335 N. Lewis Ave. late last year to serve contractors and DIY’ers with full-scale displays and expert guidance—helping both residential and commercial projects with quality building materials. SiouxFalls.Business
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls police attempted to serve an arrest warrant on July 7th near West 10th and South Garfield Avenue when the suspect produced a firearm + officers fired at him, injuring him and sending him to a local hospital while the incident is under investigation by the state Division of Criminal Investigations. KXRB
- ➤ Sioux Falls police shot 24-year-old Deondre Gene Blackhawk on July 7 when he fired a handgun at three officers serving an arrest warrant near S Garfield Avenue and 10th Street, and the Division of Criminal Investigation is now investigating the incident while Blackhawk remains hospitalized, marking the fifth officer-involved shooting in 2025. KELOLAND
- ➤ Sioux Falls police arrested 44-year-old Shawn Roubideaux for second-degree murder after 36-year-old Daniel Marshall died in hospital from his injuries—video evidence from Alesia BlackBonnet’s phone reportedly shows Roubideaux admitting the assault, and 34-year-old BlackBonnet and 32-year-old Saige Quinn were also arrested. KELOLAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting July 10, Sioux Falls drivers will face new traffic patterns on I-29 and I-90 as crews repair the highways. Southbound I-29 lanes will shift to the two easternmost lanes (until August 15) with work finishing by October 17, while eastbound I-90 will run two-way traffic (until August 15) with repairs set to complete by September 26. KXRB
- ➤ The Project Prison Reset board met July 8 at the Military Heritage Alliance in Sioux Falls and rejected the Mitchell and Worthing sites for a new men's prison. The board left two local options — a 148-acre parcel near Benson Road and North Bahnson Avenue and the Sweetman site near North Bahnson and Interstate 229 — for further consideration if the state moves forward. Argus Leader
- ➤ City councilors in Sioux Falls will review a finalized proposal on July 15 to extend PatientCare EMS’s contract for five years—this comes as the current agreement expires in May and includes plans for new ambulance trucks next year; Councilor Curt Soehl has urged a full bid process for better pricing. KELOLAND
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A WalletHub report ranked Sioux Falls sixth among 182 rental markets with July rents averaging $1,141—highlighting the city's affordable options—and confirming its status as one of the best places for renters. Argus Leader
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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First Friday Artists at the Studio
5-8 p.m. — Serendipity Studio Gallery & Gifts — Free entry — Discover new and warehoused artwork while engaging with local artists during a vibrant community event.
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Bones Owens Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Bigs Bar — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Rock out with Bones Owens at Bigs Bar where blues-infused Southern rock meets electrifying live vibes.
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Four Winds Music & Art Fest
Varied hours — Downtown Sioux Falls — Admission TBA — Experience a vibrant mix of music and art from talented local artists and bands.
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