Good Day
Sioux Falls
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marcus and Courtney Johnson of Orange City completed their long search for a baby when a birth mother six hours away chose them from 35 couples, and they welcomed baby girl Selah on August 12th. The couple said the emotional journey showed that patience and persistence pay off — marking a new beginning for their family. KELOLAND
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Xcel Energy advised business owners to switch to LED lighting to lower energy bills and earn rebates—Sioux Falls School District saved $163,000 on its new LED lights, and more schools will upgrade soon. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ A well-known downtown restaurateur is relocating his Harvester Kitchen to a new 5,000-square-foot space at Cherapa Place—this space will house Nunzio’s Food Hall, a fine dining operation called HK, and a BlackFork Farms taproom. Construction will start soon and the new locations are planned to open by the holiday season to offer a variety of food and beverage options. SiouxFalls.Business
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls nonprofit Reach Literacy helps adults improve reading and English skills through classes and tutoring. It will host Brewhaha on October 9th—tickets are on sale now to keep its programs free for local learners. KELOLAND
- ➤ Three schools were named National BlueRibbon Schools by the South Dakota Department of Education—Howard High School and Warner Elementary earned the honor for high scores in math and English along with strong attendance and graduation rates, while Jones County Middle School was recognized for helping students overcome learning challenges; each school will be congratulated for its achievements. KELOLAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, September 8, 2025, crews closed Cherry Lake Avenue at West 12th Street for water main installation, urging motorists to use Dockside Drive + Lakeside Drive for neighborhood access; traffic on 12th Street was not affected and work will finish in one to two weeks. City of Sioux Falls
- ➤ The City of Sioux Falls is hosting its annual Citizen Planning Academy from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, October 6 and Thursday, October 23 at City Center and online—residents must register by 5 p.m. on September 26 to learn about city planning and shape the community's future. City of Sioux Falls
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls housing market slowed in August as closed sales dropped 18.6 percent and new listings fell 14.1 percent compared to last year. Average home prices increased by 5.6 percent to $398,268 while homes took 82 days to sell amid a 3.6-month supply. SiouxFalls.Business
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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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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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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.
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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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Sioux Falls Marathon & 5K
6:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Howard Wood Field — Registration fee required — A premier marathon weekend featuring races for all levels of runners in beautiful Sioux Falls.
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South Dakota Sterile Processing Association Annual Conference
8:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Sanford Research — Registration required — Dive into the fundamentals of sterile processes and connect with industry professionals.
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Cinch Playoffs - The Governor's Cup
7:30-9 p.m. — Denny Sanford PREMIER Center — Ticket details not provided — Experience the excitement of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association playoffs in Sioux Falls.
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Winona State Warriors vs. Augustana Vikings Football
1-2:30 p.m. — Kirkeby-Over Stadium — VIP tickets available — Experience thrilling college football action with premium amenities.
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Cinch Playoffs - The Governor's Cup
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Sioux Falls Convention Center — Ticket prices not specified — Experience the excitement of playoff rodeo action at the Governor's Cup.
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