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Sioux Falls
Friday, August 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls families are getting ready for autumn as local pumpkin patches, apple picking, and fall festivals open soon—Country Apple Orchard will begin its season with a fall festival on August 29th while other events continue through October. KXRB
- ➤ The Sioux Empire Fair is in its final days after nine busy days of rides and funnel cakes at the W.H. Lyon fairgrounds. CEO Scott Wick said tonight will feature Kip Moore—Friday offers a monster midway show and match events, and Saturday ends with championship rodeo performances, free parking and a 9 p.m. curfew for teens. KELOLAND
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A high-speed collision near 10th Street and Cliff Avenue on Wednesday night left a passenger dead and forced road closures from 10th Street to Fairfax Avenue for about four hours—while a 30-year-old woman driving a 2013 Ford Explorer was hospitalized and two other drivers sustained non-life-threatening injuries. KELOLAND
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gemini Data Center SD LLC, linked to a California family office, is asking the city to rezone 160 acres near the Veterans Parkway exit by Interstate 90 in northeast Sioux Falls to allow the first hyperscale data center here. If approved, construction will start in 2026 and the facility will be online in 2028 (adding up to 150 jobs and generating millions in tax revenue). SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Bibisol is a Mexican restaurant on Phillips Avenue that started serving guests on July 19 and celebrated one year in business with a nod as a James Beard semifinalist for its fresh, homemade dishes — the owners plan to expand their menu with farm-to-table tortillas and new items. The restaurant also won the Downtown Sioux Falls new business award and has become a local favorite. KELOLAND
- ➤ After closing her Consignor’s Designs store last year, Jennifer Miles is opening J Miles Design & More at 1714 South Minnesota Ave on Sept. 2, where she will offer affordable home staging, design, and downsizing services. She said her new shop will revive a local gathering spot—helping residents update their homes while reusing quality furniture. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Four South Dakota newspapers owned by News Media Corporation closed on Wednesday after hundreds of employees were laid off—this sudden shutdown left local government and school groups without the legal newspaper needed for posting required meeting notices. KELOLAND
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Testimony continued on the second day of a triple murder trial in Lincoln County — witnesses recounted the events of that night while Justin Rackley faces charges of first degree murder and assault for shooting people outside a southwest Sioux Falls home last summer. KELOLAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the Aug. 6 city council meeting, residents expressed fear over Gov. Rhoden's Operation: Prairie Thunder while Mayor TenHaken clarified that the ICE part is state-led+ and not managed by the city. Some attendees urged pulling out of the initiative, but council members said the city lacks the legal authority to do so. Argus Leader
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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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