Good Day
Sioux Falls
Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls residents recently shared their list of park and recreation priorities and GreatLIFE already meets many of these needs through programs like adult fitness, water activities, youth sports, and golf lessons — GreatLIFE president Nick Ovenden said local feedback confirms that new members can join immediately with a 12‑month commitment and no enrollment fee. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Labor Day weekend in Sioux Falls brings a busy schedule as high school and college football games start today and Friday at local fields, and free live music at Levitt at the Falls begins today at 7:00 p.m. Community festivals and family events will continue through Labor Day Monday—offering residents a final taste of summer fun. KXRB
- ➤ This Labor Day weekend, Nelson Park will host the free LifeLight Festival on Sunday where thousands will enjoy live music, food trucks, vendors and youth events. Organizers recommend parking downtown or at Lincoln High School with shuttles provided—ensuring an easy way for visitors to attend. KELOLAND
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Approaching 10 years since its founding, The Breaks Coffee Roasting Co. announced it is expanding by adding a warehouse half-mile north of the Avera McKennan Hospital campus to boost wholesale operations, storage and office space, and a larger roaster capacity + the facility will be operational in September. SiouxFalls.Business
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Good Earth Farm in Lennox has turned its renovated barn into a summer hotspot for agritourism by serving wood-fired pizza and hosting farm tours, with a record 237 pizzas made on August 24—this trend extends to Highmore's Sunflower Festival that attracts visitors from across the country while prompting zoning discussions for rural producers. Argus Leader
- ➤ At Good Earth Farm near Lennox, visitors get wood-fired pizza and see animals on summer weekends while 237 pizzas were made on Aug. 24. Agritourism is growing as events like a sunflower festival in Highmore (with 500 visitors on Aug. 16) and zoning changes give local farms new ways to earn money. South Dakota News Watch
- ➤ A WalletHub report ranked South Dakota among the hardest-working states after finding that workers often clock long hours and hold multiple jobs. The study noted over 98% employment and the nation’s lowest unemployment rate at 1.9% in July—evidence of a strong job market. Argus Leader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Sioux Falls announced a new Community Partners Program that moves funding requests to a competitive RFP process—focusing on priorities like at-risk populations, culture, arts, and economic vitality. Informational work sessions will be held on September 4th at 2 p.m. at City Hall Media Room to guide interested organizations. City of Sioux Falls
- ➤ South Dakota Highway Patrol now uses the StarChase system — a GPS tracker that lets troopers follow fleeing vehicles without engaging in dangerous chases. The new tool works with patrol airplanes to help control pursuits and keep both the public and officers safe. KXRB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blood supplies in Sioux Falls have dropped to critically low levels as summer trauma season ends, leaving hospitals and patients in urgent need. The Community Blood Bank will hold an All American Blood Drive tomorrow at GreatLIFE at Avera McKennan Fitness Center—donors are urged to help meet the demand. KELOLAND
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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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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.
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