Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
Good morning, Sioux Falls.
🏘️ Community
605 Running Company held Giveback Days this weekend where 10% of sales were donated to local nonprofits—Sunday sales went to the Alzheimer’s Association and Saturday funds supported ALS programs.
Owner Greg Koch said sales rose 14% year-to-date as new customers joined the event and boosted community support.
🚨 Crime
On Saturday afternoon near 276th Street — 483rd Avenue in Lincoln County, a Sioux Falls man was arrested just before 5 p.m. after crashing his car into a tree while driving under the influence without a license or insurance.
🌲 Environment
On Sunday morning, Beadle County Emergency Management reported flooding at Lake Byron that threatened homes and prompted volunteers and fire departments from Huron, Cavour, and Wolsey to conduct a sand bagging operation—reducing potential damage.
🏛️ Government
Yesterday, the Highway Patrol began using a new tracking tool to make pursuits safer while the Attorney General's office asked the public for help finding a missing teenager.
On the east side, residents met on Saturday for an end-of-summer cleanup and can enjoy more outdoor time today—sunny skies are expected.
Today, Sioux Falls begins new street projects as crews close South Gordon Drive between East Arrowhead Parkway and East 15th Street to pour curb and gutter, with work finishing by the end of the week.
Northbound lanes on Veterans Parkway and an eastbound lane on West 14th Street will close for sanitary sewer and curb repairs—scheduled to finish in three weeks and by the end of September respectively.
🎉 Sioux Falls Events
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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.
Open Plein Air Painting Event
10 AM – 12 PM — McKennan Park — Free — Capture the natural beauty of Sioux Falls through plein air painting.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Anti-Bullying Community Event with John Michael Hinton
Delivering a heart-to-heart message about how he was severely bullied all through Elementary and Jr. High school, John Michael Hinton uses magic, comedy, and audience participation to captivate the room and inspire others to stand up, speak out, and be a true friend.
Rushadicus The Cello Goblin Performance
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Full Circle Book Co-op — Tickets start at $10 — Experience an immersive cello metal performance by the infamous Cello Goblin.
Light The Night Fundraiser
6-9 p.m. — Falls Park — Free registration encouraged for fundraising — Celebrate and honor those affected by blood cancers together as a community.
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