Good morning, Sioux Falls.

Sioux Falls’ annual Parade of Lights will return Friday night at 7:30 as colorful floats light up Phillips Avenue and an estimated 40 to 50 thousand people attend — police will close streets early and use vehicle barriers along with extra officer patrols to keep the event safe.

Nonprofits in Sioux Falls helped people facing hunger and homelessness during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, with Union Gospel Mission and Bishop Dudley Hospitality House providing meals, shelter and support.

Taylor Eldridge will sign a lease on December 1 as she rebuilds her life while others work toward independent living.

KELOLAND veteran anchor and reporter Don Jorgensen retired after 20 years reporting in Sioux Falls; he began his career in 1990 and his departure marks the end of a long tenure at the station—local audiences have relied on his work for decades.

Lights Up Productions extended its holiday musical run with Prince of Peace: The Christmas Story at the Orpheum Theater, set to open Saturday and run through December 14—adding a third weekend after more than 4,000 people attended last year.

Urban Thread owner Jennifer Kruse reported that early holiday shoppers backed budget-focused purchases by buying curated 'Thriftmas' baskets with both new and secondhand items at her Lake Lorraine store.

Retailers across the region—malls and toy shops among them—saw increased foot traffic as customers shopped early to spread costs and avoid last-minute stress amid a strained economy.

State boards from the Governor’s Office of Economic Development approved $17 million in aid for dairies and ag operations amid a labor shortage — awarding up to $12 million to Silverstreak Dairies for manure containment upgrades while additional grants supported new farm facilities in Edmunds, Miner and Kingsbury Counties. South Dakota Works also approved loans for local businesses, a move that shows the state’s commitment to driving economic growth.

Milbank Elementary and Tyndall Elementary have been named ESEA Distinguished Schools by the South Dakota Department of Education.

Milbank was honored for supporting English Learners while Tyndall was recognized for student performance and growth + both schools showed strong proficiency measures.

A Sioux Falls nonprofit will match up to $100,000 in donations to the Sioux Falls School District’s Angel Fund—a program designed to help cover a nearly $200,000 meal gap for 362 students who do not qualify for free or reduced meals.

The funds will support the school district in providing breakfast and lunch every school day for thousands of children.

A new report shows that a $3 million river buffer program built 83 miles of vegetated strips protecting 1,219 acres and cutting pollution in the Big Sioux River watershed.

Lawmakers and experts say the program, which backed 67 projects by raising payments and cost-sharing, may help clean water amid talks of tougher farm rules—offering a boost to local efforts.

Sioux Falls released its latest financial report and reported that sales tax growth is running at about 2.5%—under the 4.5% target—even though October taxes jumped over 7%.

The finance director said higher liquor license fees and investment income helped, but more work is needed to reach next year's budget goals.

Monument Health may lose $40 million a year in federal funding and might cut services if Sanford Health builds a new 168-bed campus in Rapid City by 2030—using a $300 million donation to fuel its expansion.

The hospital's CEO said the changes could hurt staffing and lower care for patients if the local market does not grow fast enough to support both providers.

Monick Yards will debut a pop up nightclub event downtown on Friday, Nov.

28 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.—the party is open to those 21 and older with a fifteen-dollar entry fee and will feature DJ Mr. Wobbles and a Friendsgiving theme.

18th Annual Sioux Falls Jingle Bell Run

4-8 p.m. — Fawick Park — Registration fee applies — Festive holiday run supporting those living with arthritis, featuring a 5K and parade.

Christmas with C.S. Lewis

November 29-30 — Washington Pavilion — $81.17 — Experience C.S. Lewis's heartfelt Christmas memories and discover how Tolkien transformed his view of Christ's birth.

Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mary W. Sommervold Hall — $40.22 – $195.92 — Experience a magical holiday tradition with breathtaking ballet and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score.

Holiday for Fiddlers Concert

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Mary W. Sommervold Hall — $57.73 — Enjoy a festive concert featuring top South Dakota fiddlers and their unique instrumental harmonies.

Tonic Sol-Fa Holiday Farewell Concert

Evening show — Mary W. Sommervold Hall — $52.87 – $124.49 — Experience Tonic Sol-fa's final holiday performance alongside Shaun Johnson Big Band Experience in a night of memorable music and nostalgia.

Christmas with Lorie Line 2025

Time TBA — Mary W. Sommervold Hall — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the Christmas season with Lorie Line's elegant piano arrangements and heartwarming stories.

South Dakota Symphony - Tis the Season

7:30-9 p.m. — 301 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD — Tickets may apply — Celebrate the holiday season with the renowned South Dakota Symphony Orchestra and Chorus featuring tenor Ben Gulley's festive performance.

Temptations & Tempranillo

6-9 p.m. — Harvester Kitchen by Bryan — $ — Embark on a bold flavor journey as Chef Bryan pairs innovative dishes with rich Tempranillo wines.

Matthew Mayer Concert

7-10 p.m. — Orpheum Theater Center — $77.59 — Enjoy an intimate evening of solo piano music and storytelling from South Dakota's own Billboard charting artist Matthew Mayer.

Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA

6:30-7:45 p.m. — The Social — Tickets required — Experience the iconic music of Queen and ABBA illuminated by candlelight in an enchanting atmosphere.