Good Day
Sioux Falls
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ OmegaQuant, a Sioux Falls biotech that tests omega-3 levels, opened its new 5,600-square-foot suite at the USD Discovery District on August 4. The lab and office space in a 50,000-square-foot building (built for growth and collaboration) may attract more biotech firms. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Three local entrepreneurs improved their business plans after joining the 10-week Startup Sioux Falls accelerator that met weekly, offering lessons on growth strategy, branding and financial forecasting—helping them move past challenges from the pandemic and personal hurdles. The $350 program has connected over 300 founders from diverse industries—providing practical training and community support for sustainable progress. SiouxFalls.Business
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rosebud Police responded to an officer-involved shooting in the parking lot of an Indian Health Service facility on Saturday—a suspect sustained serious, life-threatening injuries and is receiving medical treatment while the FBI will serve as the primary investigative agency and the officer was unharmed. KELOLAND
- ➤ At the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, law enforcement reported high DUI and drug possession arrests on Aug. 3—38 subjects were jailed and 194 calls for service were made—and noted that traffic crashes increased 7% over the five-year average with no gun violence reported. Argus Leader
- ➤ The South Dakota Department of Criminal Investigation ruled that officers acted properly when they shot 24-year-old suspect Deondre Gene Black Hawk on July 7 near South Garfield Avenue after he fled during a search for his outstanding warrants and fired his handgun at them, and he now faces 13 charges in Minnehaha County. Argus Leader
- ➤ Fraudulent online casinos are targeting South Dakota players with cloned sites and false ads— the South Dakota Commission on Gaming warns residents to avoid sharing personal and financial information online. KXRB
- ➤ Sioux Falls police said a truck crashed into a home on the 1900 block of South Euclid Avenue just before 10 p.m. Saturday night—41 year old Derek John Arment was arrested for driving while intoxicated, reckless driving, and another charge after the truck struck a vehicle then hit a garage with no injuries reported. KELOLAND
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Disney on Ice: Frozen + Encanto will appear in Sioux Falls from November 21 to 23 at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center and tickets will go on sale Tuesday, August 12 at 10:00 a.m. The show will bring favorite characters from both films to life for a magical family experience. KXRB
- ➤ Mosaic Arts — Events now operates in a historic downtown building built in 1887 and renovated in 2005, offering art classes for all ages including watercolor lessons attended by local children like 11-year-old Teddy Travis. The nonprofit also hosts community events and welcomes art supply donations to support its growing programs. KELOLAND
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Officials reported that in June the Sioux Falls metro area's unemployment rate rose from 1.7 percent to 1.8 percent with 3,248 unemployed people as the labor force increased to 179,124—keeping the region at the nation's lowest rate. Job openings also declined to 10,489 while the leisure and hospitality sector experienced an 8.8 percent rise. SiouxFalls.Business
SHOP NEWS
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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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Dessa Live Performance
7 PM-1 AM — Levitt at the Falls — Tickets required — Enjoy a night with Dessa, a captivating singer, rapper, and writer known for her engaging performances.
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Sunny Sweeney Live in Sioux Falls
7-11 p.m. — Bigs Bar — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt country tunes with Texas-born artist Sunny Sweeney.
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12 Stones Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Bigs Bar — Refunds available up to 7 days before — Experience the electrifying rock sounds of 12 Stones with their powerful hits and high-energy show.
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Vern Eide Mitsubishi Show & Shine Car Show
5-8 p.m. — Vern Eide Mitsubishi — Free entry — Show off your ride and admire a variety of cars at this local showcase.
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The Claudettes in Concert
7-9:30 PM — Levitt at the Falls — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying blend of blues, R&B, and punk vibes with acclaimed live performances.
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Sioux Falls Card Show
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Sioux Falls Convention Center — Entry fee varies — Experience the Dakotas' largest sports and Pokémon trading card show.
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Employee Comms & Culture Flyover Festival
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Startup Sioux Falls — Registration required — Celebrate internal communication with engaging discussions, unique networking, and a vibrant atmosphere.
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Open Plein Air Painting Event
10 AM – 12 PM — McKennan Park — Free — Capture the natural beauty of Sioux Falls through plein air painting.
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