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Sioux Falls: South Dakota Highway Patrol announces sobriety checkpoints for June to combat impaired driving, while an Omega Block pattern brings heat advisories with temps near 90°F. Local sports highlights include the state track meet and four new South Dakota Softball Hall of Fame inductees from Sioux Falls and Brookings.

Sioux Falls voters are facing controversy as the Snowbirds accuse poll workers of misclassifying voters, while SDSU baseball prepares for the NCAA Lincoln Regional. A 5th grader from Sioux Falls is making national headlines by competing in the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Sioux Falls voters are raising concerns over election procedures after Snowbirds reported poll workers registered them as federal voters without verifying residency. The documentary *Nine Little Indians* is also making waves by shedding light on South Dakota’s Native boarding school history, set to premiere this week.

Sioux Falls residents will find updates on local middle schoolers competing in the state civics bee, Memorial Day weekend gas price concerns, and Renewabuild Great Plains expanding to Iowa with hempcrete blocks. Mitchell High School graduates prepare for their 2026 commencement as the community marks another milestone in education and sustainability efforts.

Sioux Falls' baseball team, South Dakota State's Diamond Jacks, made a triumphant NCAA tournament return, while much-needed rain eased drought conditions and Falls Park revived its summer events. Governor Doeden leads in the latest gubernatorial poll as the city prepares for the Boredom Busters event and potential flooding alerts.

Sioux Falls' mayoral race is intensifying with candidates focusing on infrastructure and public safety, while a deadly bison attack at Custer State Park sparks safety concerns. Representative Jon Hansen is pushing for balanced data center policies as a nostalgic time capsule from the 1976 bicentennial resurfaces locally.

Sioux Falls' tourism sector saw a 12% rise in hotel occupancy and increased weekend stays, while South Dakota's gubernatorial candidates debated tech incentives and data center impacts. Residents in All Saints and McKennan Park celebrated tree-planting efforts, and a Sioux City pastor visited the McGovern Museum in Mitchell.

Sioux Falls voters are preparing for the South Dakota primary election as advance voting ramps up after technical delays, with Christine Erickson leading in the mayor’s race thanks to a $100,000 donation. Meanwhile, local lawn care challenges and new Farm to School grants are shaping community efforts this spring.

Sioux Falls honors a local hero who rescued two fishermen on Brant Lake, earning a life-saving award, while South Dakota officials review controversial policy changes amid public backlash. The city also enjoys cooler temperatures than the state’s heatwave, with Trampled By Turtles set to perform at the Washington Pavilion this summer.

Sioux Falls police are searching for a missing 13-year-old girl last seen near downtown, while SDSU's baseball team starts the Summit League tournament at Sioux Falls Regional Park. The University of South Dakota's softball team set multiple school records, and comedian Paul Cauthen headlines a comedy tour at The District.

Sioux Falls officials warn of ongoing severe thunderstorms and heavy rain across multiple counties, with a severe thunderstorm warning in effect. The Jefferson High School Class of 2026 celebrated their graduation, while South Dakota Urban Indian Health held a remembrance event for missing and murdered Indigenous individuals.

Sioux Falls saw a multi-vehicle crash in northwestern areas resulting in two deaths, while South Dakota officials face pressure to reverse cuts to family benefits and hospital payments. The Class of 2026 graduated, and former President Joe Biden will speak at a Sioux Falls dinner later this week.

Sioux Falls residents will hear about Governor Kristi Noem's parole reforms and the School Board election race as key local issues. The episode also covers South Dakota State volleyball's 2026 schedule and the SD Sports Lounge's focus on FCS and Vikings updates.

Sioux Falls officials confirmed the Summit Energy carbon pipeline will not extend into the state, citing environmental and economic concerns, while the Canaries and Dakota News Now announced summer community events. The 4th of July parade named a local veteran as its 2026 Grand Marshal, and the city will celebrate America250 with a month-long festival in July.

Sioux Falls residents should prepare for dust storms today with safety tips from KELOLAND.com and watch for higher electric bills due to Xcel Energy rate increases approved by the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission. The Lincoln County Courthouse also faces roof repair challenges affecting public services, while Downtown Sioux Falls hosts the annual Hot Summer Nites motorcade this weekend.

Sioux Falls community leaders are urging residents to join a blood drive at the downtown community center to honor veterans through the Honor Flight program, while voter registration for the 2026 municipal election is nearing its May 18 deadline. The city is also seeing increased federal voter registrations due to a new state law and is seeking public input on traffic solutions to ease congestion...

Sioux Falls residents gathered for the Law Enforcement Torch Run fundraiser near the riverfront, supporting the South Dakota SPCA, while the MACEDC received a public policy award for expanding cottage food laws. Watertown’s high school baseball team faces a key matchup against Sioux Falls Lincoln, and Lake residents in McCook debate flood cleanup efforts.

Sioux Falls law enforcement is investigating a shooting at an underage party in Whitewood with multiple injuries, while a man from Aberdeen receives a 15-year sentence for sexual contact with a child. Officials in McCook are debating flood recovery efforts as a tribal law enforcement academy moves forward in North Dakota.

Sioux Falls officials are addressing rising energy costs through a Black Hills Energy rate case and debating a controversial pajama ban in public parks. The city also honors Memorial Day with a flag-carrying tribute and supports food drives with over 10 tons of donations collected.

Sioux Falls saw major workforce development news with Southeast Tech's new trades lab and Northern State University's national spotlight. Public safety efforts and a major healthcare merger between Sanford Health and North Memorial Health also dominated local headlines.

Sioux Falls police intensified reckless driving efforts this week with increased patrols and traffic cameras on Main Street and I-29, citing 119 citations during a citywide crackdown. The city also faces ongoing challenges with teacher pay, ranking No. 46 in South Dakota, as educators push for better compensation.

Sioux Falls residents should pay attention to the new jail opening in Edmunds County and the inter-state collaboration for a tribal law enforcement academy in North Dakota. The city also updated lawn care regulations and elected a new leader for the South Dakota NewsMedia Association.

Sioux Falls: A fatal ATV crash near a rural area sparks renewed calls for safety regulations and helmet laws, while gas prices in South Dakota rise above $3.50 per gallon due to supply chain issues and inflation. Local golfers, including Sioux Falls native Jordan Peterson, advance in the U.S. Open Qualifier, and SDSU athletes earn academic and athletic honors from the Summit League.

Sioux Falls saw two ATV-related fatalities this week, including a man killed in an early morning crash and another 38-year-old man who died Saturday, while a third single-vehicle crash also claimed a life. The city also received $200,000 in state grants to boost small-town tourism, and a former 911 director from Union County filed a discrimination lawsuit against the county and local law enforceme...

Sioux Falls officials highlight the Parole Task Force's success in reducing crime on the east side, citing resident feedback like Maria Lopez's praise. The city also commemorates the 50th anniversary of May 4, 1976, with a free community forum on America 250 history and progress.