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Sioux Falls
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brian Anderson, owner of Dells Theatre in Dell Rapids, found that the projector is failing after he replaced the screen and is hosting a fundraising sale on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon to raise the $40,000 needed—he also started a GoFundMe page and another local fundraiser is planned for December. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ The Domestic Violence Network will bring back its Paint the Town Purple campaign in October to raise awareness of partner violence by inviting residents, businesses — and homes to decorate with purple. Contest winners will be chosen by October 24 while the network offers free crisis help via its hotline at 605-480-2721. KTIV
- ➤ USF volunteers packed 20,000 pairs of socks on Wednesday as part of Culture for Service Day to help local groups, including the Faith Temple Food Giveaway planned for October — nearly 450 students, staff and faculty joined the effort. KELOLAND
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country star Eric Church will perform on Friday, February 6 at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center with special guest Ella Langley as part of his Free the Machine tour + tickets go on sale Friday, October 3 at 10 a.m. with presale starting on October 2 at 10 a.m. KELOLAND
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ USD professor Michael Hook returned to his classroom after a federal judge granted his temporary restraining order so he could teach while he sues the Board of Regents and the university over his social media post—alleging his First Amendment rights were lost when he was put on leave. A personal conference is set for Sept 29 and a preliminary injunction hearing is scheduled for October 8 to review claims that his speech did not disrupt university operations. KELOLAND
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Bluestone Federal Credit Union will open a microbranch in spring 2026 near 41 Street and Sertoma Avenue to offer interactive ATMs and lending services—featuring two indoor ATMs and one outdoor ATM for 24-hour access—and will staff the branch during business hours for additional support. SiouxFalls.Business
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sioux Falls launched an online Housing Dashboard on September 24 that gives residents, community partners, and City leaders clear details about housing programs and neighborhood projects—covering repairs, rental assistance, and mapping of projects—with data updated regularly by city and partner agencies. City of Sioux Falls
- ➤ Lawmakers approved building a new men’s prison along Benson Road in northeast Sioux Falls, and city leaders like Mayor Paul TenHaken and Vice Chair Jennifer Sigette welcomed the vote while stressing the need for updated rehabilitation programs. Officials say replacing the 144-year-old facility with modern public safety measures will prevent extra costs from delays — and help prepare inmates for reintegration. KELOLAND
- ➤ Today the South Dakota Highway Patrol said it is down 25 troopers from 210 positions and is having trouble filling mostly rural spots—though positions in Sioux Falls are filling normally. Public Safety Secretary Bob Perry explained that the gap may lead to longer travel times and stretched resources for drug interdiction tasks. KELOLAND
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An Alzheimer’s walk organized by the Alzheimer’s Association will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday at Falls Park—raising funds for research and helping over 17,000 local caregivers and families affected by the disease. KELOLAND
- ➤ Sioux Falls is hosting the Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon today and tomorrow — Sanford Children's Castle of Care is transformed into a radio studio as local stations broadcast live from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to raise funds that cover family expenses not paid by insurance and support kids fighting cancer. KXRB
- ➤ A health article published Sept. 24 explained nine common questions women ask their doctors about UTIs, yeast infections, constipation, vitamins, water intake, and menopause—offering simple advice for staying healthy at every age. It advised eating well, staying active, and getting regular check-ups. SiouxFalls.Business
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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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