Good Day
Sioux Falls
Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A crash on Highway 11 temporarily halted traffic southeast of Sioux Falls last night, and four newspapers that closed last week now have new owners. Marcella LeBeau Elementary will welcome its first students next week—while Sioux Falls Little League pursues a World Series title. KELOLAND
- ➤ On Saturday afternoon, Dakota Dachshund Rescue held Woofstock at Remedy Brewing—where people saw adoptable dogs, a petting zoo, and vendors that helped raise money for pet medical care. Remedy’s Pickleball Pub held a LEGO building contest and people can attend today at 11:45 a.m. for more fun. KELOLAND
- ➤ On Saturday, volunteers gave free socks, underwear, food and supplies to about 750 kids and nearly 900 attendees at the Celebrating Families Back to School Fair to help families prepare for the first day of school next Thursday. Organizers worked with Sioux Falls Police and Fire Rescue to support the community — a long tradition of service for families facing financial challenges. KELOLAND
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday afternoon, one man was seriously injured when his motorcycle went over a curb near 16th Street and Kiwanis Avenue at about 1:00 p.m.—the 25-year-old driver was not wearing a helmet. KELOLAND
- ➤ A crash on Highway 11 southeast of Sioux Falls closed the intersection at 271st Street Friday night while first responders worked the injury-accident scene plus the roadway reopened before 10:30 p.m. with no details on injuries provided. KELOLAND
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Schmitz Custom Meats broke ground Friday in Dell Rapids on its new nearly $2.5M facility at Garfield Avenue and Quartzite Street in Fiegen Industrial Park—construction will finish in spring of 2026 with 5-6 jobs, new processing equipment and a retail space for area customers. KELOLAND
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teachers at Sonia Sotomayor School are preparing for the new school year as 690 students return next Thursday—Principal Tracy Vik noted a wait list is in place. The bilingual staff from 15 counties is eager to build safe, fun classrooms—an open house will be held next Tuesday to welcome families. KELOLAND
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new USGS report published on July 30 shows that water use in parts of the Black Hills aquifers is outpacing natural recharge, following low spring levels at Pactola Reservoir that led to early restrictions in Rapid City—officials warned that rising population growth makes sustaining current water use unsustainable—while local plans for a Missouri River pipeline gain renewed support. KELOLAND
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls Little League team advanced to the next round of the Little League World Series after a complete game shutout in Williamsport—Maxen Snoozy struck out eleven as local supporters cheered them on. They will face Connecticut in three days. KTIV
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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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Kids' Cross Country Races
4-5 p.m. — Morningside Park — Free entry — A fun introduction to running for kids ages 4-12 with a series of exciting races.
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Brady Wrede Live Performance
3-9 p.m. — WoodGrain Brewing Co. — Free entry — Experience the melodic fusion of acoustic roots and modern storytelling from a local folk artist.
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Sanford International
7:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Minnehaha Country Club — More Information To Come — Watch golf's legends compete at a premier PGA TOUR Champions event.
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Sioux Falls Leadership Summit
11 AM – 5 PM — Sioux Falls Convention Center — $118.19 – $1238.50 — Inspire and transform your business culture with insights from keynote Liz Bohannon.
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2025 Bike Night featuring Kris Lager
11 PM-3 AM — Red Rock Bar & Grill — Check for pricing — Enjoy a power trio performance under the stars as we celebrate the final bike night of the season.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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