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Sioux Falls
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wayne Chaney, a custodian lead at LifeScape’s children’s campus on 26th Street, celebrated 35 years of service and was honored for his exceptional floor care. Once a student when the organization was known as Crippled Children’s Hospital and School, he said LifeScape is like his family and he aims to reach 40 years on the job—his dedication underscores the vital role every team member plays. KELOLAND
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls marketing agency The Sampson House will celebrate 10 years in business with a free coffee pop-up event from Oct. 6-10 at its downtown office — 522 N. Main Ave., Suite 100. The event will include daily speakers and giveaways to thank its clients, partners and community for a decade of creative branding. Argus Leader
- ➤ Sioux Falls-based Journey Group CEO Randy Knecht announced he plans to retire sometime next year after 16 years of leading the company and growing its team from 125 to more than 350 staff—completing key projects like the restoration of St. Joseph Cathedral and major highway work in the region. The board is working with FMI to select his successor while Knecht will help with the leadership transition and remain active in the community. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ The WIN in Workforce Summit is set for Oct. 23 at the Canopy by Hilton in downtown Sioux Falls—experts will show new ways to support overloaded managers and boost employee retention. The full-day event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes 10 sessions featuring speakers like Christina Cota. SiouxFalls.Business
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Sioux Falls reported in its August financial report that consumer-driven industries such as restaurants and retail are lagging while locals share mixed views on spending amid rising prices — many note that while downtown remains busy, balancing costs has become key. Local business owners and residents alike are carefully adjusting their habits as expenses continue to challenge their budgets. KELOLAND
- ➤ Sioux Falls shows a low 1.7 percent unemployment rate, yet many job seekers report few responses even when applying to many listings. Heidi Myers lost her job in April and, after submitting 70 applications, received only three responses before starting a full-time role as a health case management assistant in late August—job seekers across the city remain frustrated in a competitive market. SiouxFalls.Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Brandon Valley Marching Lynx will host the 26th annual Big Sioux Review at Brandon Valley High School this Saturday — gates will open at 5:30 p.m. and the competition will start shortly after 6:00 p.m. The event will feature 13 bands and serve as a fundraiser for the marching band program. KELOLAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Marion Road will be closed on Monday, September 29 for milling and overlay work between Maple Street and 60th Street North — traffic will be detoured to Career Avenue and work is expected to finish in about three weeks weather permitting. City of Sioux Falls
- ➤ Sen. Jim Mehlhaff proposed on Monday raising the sales and use tax from 4.2% to 6.2% to generate an extra $702M for K-12 public schools—aiming to reduce property tax levies for general and special education while keeping local levies for other needs. The plan, presented to the Legislature’s Comprehensive Property Tax Task Force chaired by Sen. Chris Karr, will be considered along with other proposals before the final meeting on October 22. KELOLAND
- ➤ Governor Larry Rhoden declared October as Archives Month to highlight the importance of preserving South Dakota’s history—especially through archival work. The state archives reopened for public access on July 7 and will host several educational events in October. KELOLAND
- ➤ Major road construction began in Sioux Falls this week—Spring Avenue, 21st Street, Rice Street, North Drive Bridge, 11th Street, 26th Street, and Veterans Parkway face closures or lane reductions, which are causing traffic delays. City officials advise drivers to plan extra travel time and follow detour routes through the affected areas. KXRB
- ➤ Lawmakers are meeting today at 9 a.m. CT at the Capitol—where they will vote on a proposal to build a 1,500-bed men’s prison in Sioux Falls at a cost not exceeding $650 million—after months of planning that included land swaps and funding shifts. KELOLAND
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On September 21, the 2025 Sioux Falls Marathon returned after a year-long break with 402 finishers from 48 states and several countries running under mild, low-humidity weather, and the fastest times were 19:00 for the 5K, 1:13 for the half-marathon, and 2:40:40 for the full marathon—its largest turnout since 2019. KXRB
- ➤ Tyler George, the 2018 Olympic gold medalist, said he is excited for the upcoming Olympic Curling Trials that will be held from November 11 through 16 at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls — the event will select teams for both the Olympics and Paralympics while boosting local hotel bookings. KELOLAND
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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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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.
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