Good morning, Sioux City.

Over December, Security National Bank gathered 5,371 boxes of Mac and Cheese to support families in need by stacking them under a Christmas tree in its downtown lobby.

The Food Bank of Siouxland will receive the donations later this month for distribution to local food pantries.

Father David Esquiliano, a priest, Judicial Vicar, and board president of Siouxland Soup Kitchen, became a US citizen in December after an 18-year journey that began when he came alone from Chetumal in 2007 + he now provides masses in English, Spanish, and Latin to bridge cultures in the community.

Sioux City welcomed its first Raising Cane’s, adding a fast-casual dining option to the local market + the new restaurant is expected to draw community members looking for a fresh taste in fast food.

The Iowa DNR will release rainbow trout in nine fishing spots, including Bacon Creek Lake in Sioux City on Jan.

22 at 1 p.m. + Scharnberg Pond in Spencer on Feb. 7, to offer families a winter trout fishing experience.

A new Iowa law removes the 21-year age limit for Autism diagnosis and treatment and eliminates the ($36,000) annual cap on state insurance coverage while preserving minimum benefits that include at least 30 inpatient days and 52 outpatient visits.

Tax season in Sioux City will be paperless this year; residents filing 2025 taxes must use direct deposit options including bank accounts or mobile apps, and the VITA program is offering free help for those on fixed income — appointments require valid ID and necessary tax forms.

Bird flu is killing geese in North Sioux City's McCook Lake, according to South Dakota Game Fish and Parks + the agency said the outbreak is due to avian influenza during migration season and is not linked to current lake restoration efforts.

Manny Soto, a long-time gym-goer, urges new fitness enthusiasts to set a routine and stick to a workout schedule — whether it’s after work or during a quiet hour.

He advises beginners to focus on steady progress and be patient with results.

VC Jump & Slide Family Event

4-6 p.m. — VC Jump and Slide — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled time with the whole family at a premier jumping venue.

Comedy for a Cause

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Sioux City Riverfront — Ticket sales support a nonprofit — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Brent Reed while contributing to a great cause for Siouxland Foster Closet.

Artificial Stars - Indie Rock from Sioux City

8-11 p.m. — Vangarde Arts — $10 at the door — Experience the dark, introspective sounds of Artificial Stars and local artist Alex Erwin in a night of emotional indie rock.

Poetry Out Loud National Recitation Contest

2-3 p.m. — Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center — Free entry, donations encouraged — Celebrate student creativity and eloquence at the local Poetry Out Loud competition.