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Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in some cities increased by over 60 cents per gallon since New Year's Day, but AAA Iowa expert Brian Ortner said the rise was isolated to certain metro areas. Sioux Country Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brian Fernando and Dr. Patrick Saulsbury will share their paleontology adventures from the Hell Creek Formation in South Dakota at Pecaut Nature Center, 4500 Sioux on Jan. 24 from 1-3 p.m. Sioux City Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa National Guard Major General Stephen Osborn delivered his Condition of the Guard speech on Jan. 15 - honoring two local soldiers killed in Syria and explaining why Guardsmen are deployed. His remarks underscored the unity and strength of the troops during a time of loss. Sioux Country Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kingsley Specialty Care celebrated 60 years of serving 31 residents from across Siouxland on Thursday, Jan. 15—marking a milestone since opening as Broadlawn Manor in 1965. Community support remains strong for the rural facility that continues to offer skilled therapy and hospice care. KTIV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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