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Sioux Falls
Friday, December 19th, 2025
Good morning, Sioux Falls. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fourth-generation former CEO Jodi Berg will share her Vitamix story at the Prairie Family Business Association Annual Conference on April 22-23 at the Canopy by Hilton downtown, explaining how purposeful decisions kept the family business thriving. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Taskrabbit, led by CEO Ania Smith, launched its local service for booking freelance help in late summer. The platform (offering help with furniture assembly and moving) grew 28 percent from October to November. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ Southeastern Electric Cooperative honored 13 employees and two board members on Feb. 18, 2025 for their years of service. The event recognized milestones including 25-year anniversaries for Keith Geiken and Charles Fink and a 35-year mark for Todd Nelson, highlighting dedication and progress within the cooperative. SiouxFalls.Business
- ➤ TSP, a Sioux Falls firm (founded in 1930), celebrated 95 years on Dec. 18 by featuring team reflections on decades of community impact and outlining plans to innovate local designs for schools, hospitals, and civic spaces. SiouxFalls.Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CEO Christy Vastenhout led a campus tour on Dec. 10 at McCrossan Boys Ranch, highlighting how students care for animals and use educational videos. The tour (reported by the Argus Leader) showcased the ranch’s focus on hands-on learning. Argus Leader
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ South Dakota philanthropist Denny Sanford donated $300 million to Sanford Health for a new medical center in Rapid City yesterday + The Chronicle of Philanthropy listed it as the nation's fifth largest charitable donation this year. Argus Leader
- ➤ USD Sanford School of Medicine researchers reported a breakthrough in chronic pain relief on Dec. 18 using low-level electrical currents that helped a veteran sleep better + reduce reliance on painkillers. The study continues at the facility and trains future doctors while offering new hope for treating PTSD and pain. SiouxFalls.Business
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Pho Thai opened its third location today on East 10th Street in the old Denny’s building, offering its popular Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese dishes for quick meals. Meanwhile, Rosie’s Cafe will reopen on Dec. 23 at 2200 West Madison Street — renewed interior and updated breakfast and lunch hours. KXRB
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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.
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Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
Dec 23-27 — 301 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical musical that brings the Grinch's heartwarming story to life with beloved songs and vibrant sets.
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Feast of the Seven Fishes
5-9 p.m. — Harvester Kitchen by Bryan — Cost varies — Celebrate the Italian-American Christmas Eve tradition with a memorable feast of seafood delicacies.
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Winter Blitz Flag Football Tournament
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Sanford Sports Complex — $225 per team — Enjoy a fun and competitive environment for young athletes in grades 1-8.
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Rip City Remix: Sioux Falls Skyforce Game
2-4:30 p.m. — Sanford Pentagon — Tickets available — Catch the local Sioux Falls Skyforce in action during an exciting basketball game.
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Mitchell vs. Roosevelt JV Basketball Game
4:00-5:15 p.m. — Roosevelt High School — Free entry — Catch the Roosevelt JV basketball team as they take on Mitchell in a home non-conference matchup.
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