Good morning, Sioux Falls.

Downtown Sioux Falls will host Riverfest along the Big Sioux River on Saturday from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m., featuring music by Jamie Lynn & The Trio, The Teel’s, The Brassholes and Po’ Ramblin’ Boys, food trucks and over 30 vendors.

The event will also offer sustainability education and a new 60-foot mural — funded by a $15,000 grant — that will be painted in the Cherapa Place parking tunnel.

John Witzke, 26, is the senior director of sales at Anytime Fitness who credited local mentors for his career growth after moving to Sioux Falls from Brandon for a new position.

He said mentoring his team at one of the 57 club locations is his favorite part of the job and he even plans to run for president one day (he grew up in Estherville).

Canopy by Hilton at the Steel District received a AAA Four Diamond designation, making it the first hotel in the state to earn this honor—its unannounced inspection confirmed high standards in design and service.

The hotel opened last December with over 200 guest rooms and several dining options, a key boost for downtown's development.

Vans — an iconic sports footwear retailer — will open a new store in the Go Calendar space of the JCPenney wing at The Empire Mall for the holiday shopping season.

Go Calendar will relocate to a new spot in the mall ahead of the store's opening.

Riley Green will perform at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center in Sioux Falls on Friday, August 21, 2026.

Tickets will go on sale on September 19 at 10 a.m.—the event will blend traditional country storytelling with a modern edge.

Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools in Sioux Falls is searching for a new principal for O’Gorman High School — the role will start in summer 2026 as the school prepares for the 2026-2027 academic year.

A study from WalletHub shows that South Dakota ranks 47th and Iowa 43rd for teacher friendliness, with educators earning $3,728 less per year than 16 years ago—indicating tough challenges in pay and support.

Avera added special messaging for veterans to its suicide prevention campaign because research shows they face a higher risk of suicide.

The campaign used the Ask the Question approach to guide conversations and help veterans get support.

A recent study ranked all states by work, money, family, and health factors and found that South Dakota is the second least stressed state, trailing only New Hampshire—thanks to low unemployment and strong community ties.

South Dakota is working to secure between $100 and $200M from a $50B Rural Health Transformation Program administered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to support rural hospitals—officials are inviting public input on using the one-time funds.

Community sessions will begin in Yankton on October 8 and continue in Eagle Butte, Rapid City, Pierre and Aberdeen before the November 5 deadline.

A 5,400-square-foot ranch walkout in eastern Sioux Falls sold for $2M on Sept.

16, 2025—featured on the 2022 Spring Parade of Homes, the custom home was built on 1.4 acres in Willow Ridge with six bedrooms and six bathrooms.

Golf is booming at GreatLIFE courses this fall as cool weather draws more players outdoors and the network boosts off-season lessons at its Golf Academy—Rocky Run in Dell Rapids has launched new tournaments to draw record crowds.

GreatLIFE will stay open through October and will decide on November and December play based on weather while urging golfers to use pro shop credits before Oct. 31.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Herb Alpert Concert Tour

7:30-9 p.m. — Mary W. Sommervold Hall — $51.64 – $85.89 — Celebrate Herb Alpert's 90th birthday with an evening of timeless hits and iconic milestones.

Discover Clear Vision Through Laser Correction or Implant Surgery

Frustrated with your vision? Our FREE vision correction seminar will clear up any confusion. Whether you’re dependent on glasses or contacts, need reading glasses or bifocals, or it’s time to consider options for cataract surgery, this educational seminar with FREE mini-screenings is for you or your loved one.

South Dakota Rock and Rollers Hall of Fame Celebration

6-10:30 p.m. — The District — $35.00 – $3,000.00 — Celebrate the local music scene with a Battle of the Bands and an Inductee Gala.