Good Day
Sioux Falls
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls launched the Rick Norris Legacy Community Fund over the weekend to support the deaf community and help interpreters with emergency aid and professional training. The fund honors Rick Norris—who served as a kind and dedicated interpreter for decades—and will help address the interpreter shortage. KELOLAND
- ➤ Sioux Falls' Empire Mall will celebrate its 50th anniversary on Sept 24 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.—featuring special offers, historical displays, and a program—while its evolution from a small 1975 plaza to a bustling center with over 140 tenants highlights decades of community growth. A future celebration will bring together families and longtime shoppers for a memorable event. SiouxFalls.Business
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 605 Made is accepting applications from local makers to join the Holiday Market in downtown Sioux Falls—applications close on Oct. 3. The event will take place on Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the underground parking garage of the original Cherapa Place building. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Ramkota Companies and Regency Hotel Management have built a strong partnership from Sioux Falls since 1993, with Ramkota becoming fully employee-owned in 2023 and Regency expanding to manage over 40 properties and thousands of employees nationwide—ensuring smooth, quality operations. They work as one team, where Ramkota owns the hotels and Regency manages daily operations and guest services. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Urban Thread opened its doors Friday on the east side of Lake Lorraine and is run by a mother—daughter team; the store offers clothing, shoes, jewelry and home decor that are new, used or vintage and provides consignment appointments with sellers receiving 40 percent of the sale price. KELOLAND
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Travel South Dakota has launched a five-episode video series — Into the Roundup — that shows the tradition of the Buffalo Roundup at Custer State Park, which will happen on September 26. The series gives a close look at cowboys and park rangers preserving the American bison legacy. KXRB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 15 the 40th class of the Evan C. Nolte Leadership Sioux Falls program was announced when 38 candidates were chosen from 75 applicants to spend eight months learning local leadership skills. More than 1,150 graduates have completed the program, which builds new leaders in our community. SiouxFalls.Business
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Photographer Ash Fechner captured the late-summer splendor at Mary Jo Wegner Arboretum on the east side of Sioux Falls on September 15th—vibrant green foliage was on display before the leaves turn color. KELOLAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A construction company working with Tre Ministries asked the city to vacate 19th Street between Dakota and Minnesota Avenues after demolition began in December 2024 and the project was scaled down. The Mayor’s office-sponsored proposal will have its first reading today to review the revised redevelopment plan—potentially affecting local traffic. KELOLAND
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A group of volunteers from Reach In’s Caring Companions visit patients at Avera Behavioral Health during National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month to offer arts, crafts, and conversation to those struggling with mental health. The program, inspired by Antonio Casiello’s personal losses, urges everyone to reach out with care — a small act that can make a big difference. KELOLAND
- ➤ A new study by ZOTA Professional Training shows that registered nurses are the most common job in South Dakota, with 14,500 employed and earning about $72,200 a year—bucking the national trend where fast food workers dominate in many states. The report highlights the higher pay in healthcare compared to lower wages in other common roles. KXRB
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 15, the final luxury ranch-style townhome became available at 1117 E. Thompson Place in the 9 Mile Lake neighborhood—this listing offers three bedrooms, two baths, an open floor plan with full waterfront views and private beach access along with park and HOA benefits. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Sioux Falls-based Ernst Capital Group said new federal tax law changes permanently extend bonus depreciation, Qualified Opportunity Zones, business interest limitations, and the qualified business income deduction for commercial real estate investors. The firm noted local multifamily projects have nearly 95 percent occupancy—governors will designate new QOZs on July 1, 2026, effective January 1, 2027, to boost investment opportunities. SiouxFalls.Business
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Retief Goosen became the Sanford International champion on Sunday after a weather scare nearly interrupted the final round — his first season win and the tournament's newest title in years. Tournament director Davis Trosin said the event will return to Minnehaha Country Club next September with plans to expand its attractions. KELOLAND
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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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