Good morning, Sioux Falls.

Sanford Health's merger with North Memorial Health moves forward under a 10-year oversight agreement that protects employees, patients, and services.

The deal will close Sept. 1 & creates a combined organization led from Sioux Falls with over $600 million in planned investment.

Do-Overs! Eclectic Jewelry & Crafts by Shelleen is showcasing repurposed household items turned into art and jewelry today at the 605 Made Night Market in downtown Sioux Falls (featuring nearly 40 vendors and five food trucks).

Augustana University held a ribbon-cutting on Wed, Aug.

26 for Foundation Heights, a new $12 million student apartment complex at the corner of 28th Street and Grange Avenue that honors Craig Lloyd. Over 100 upperclassmen filled the building on the first day of fall classes.

More than 24,000 K-12 students returned to schools on Thursday, Aug.

27 as staff celebrated the first day for the 2026-27 year; events at Terry Redlin Elementary (with treats) and Whittier Middle School (with a pep rally) marked a joyful start.

DSU will soon open its new Applied Research Lab in Sioux Falls, part of a multi-year cybersecurity investment.

The lab is located near the Sanford Sports Complex and offers training and office space for law enforcement and industry partners (boosting state cyber skills).

Harrisburg Volleyball kicked off its season with a fast start as it faced Tea Area at the local gym; the team showed promising skill and energy throughout the game.