Good morning, Sioux Falls.

Security Savings Bank will break ground on its new south branch Monday, Sept.

28 at 4:30 p.m. at 7111 S. Minnesota Ave— the bank plans to start construction this fall with an opening scheduled for fall 2027.

The South Dakota Humanities Council will host the 24th Festival of Books on Oct.

3 in Sioux Falls; the one-day event will feature about 30 authors, including one who wrote about Mount Rushmore, after federal funding cuts reduced its usual weekend schedule.

Great Bear Ski Valley marks 60 years with a documentary premiere on November 9 and 10 at the Sioux Falls State Theatre.

Local filmmaker Colter Elkin details six decades of skiing history and community memories.

On Sept. 24, Hayley Johnson began as director of operations at Sioux Metro Growth Alliance—she will boost internal systems and public engagement while using her experience from a local representative’s office to support regional growth.

Sioux Falls School District leaders revealed 10 school projects (part of a $105M bond measure) set to appear on ballots May 18, 2027.

Voters will decide on these education investments meant to boost local school facilities.

LSS aims to recruit 250 new mentors for its program this school year as it celebrates 25 years of mentoring — volunteers can choose in-school, high school, or community roles to help thousands of students.

Animal control reported that from 365 bat calls so far this year only 2 bats tested positive for rabies and urged pet owners to keep vaccinations up even for indoor animals.

Officials advise contacting a veterinarian immediately if a pet is exposed to a bat.

An Italian Renaissance home (built in 1927) in Riverview Heights blends historic charm with modern luxury.

This three-story home at 21 S. Riverview Heights features four bedrooms, five baths, and 4,734 sqft, is on the National Register of Historic Places, and is listed for $1,080,000.

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The 2026 Leadership & Culture Summit is a full-day experience designed to give leaders practical strategies to strengthen their teams, workplace culture, and ability to navigate today’s workforce challenges. Through an energizing keynote, interactive sessions, and peer discussion, attendees will walk away with actionable tools for attracting and retaining talent, leading through change, and building workplaces where people want to stay and grow.