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Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KTIV has released the 2026 Around Siouxland Calendar that lists local spots where residents can pick up a calendar. The list includes several Sioux City locations along with sites in Onawa and Hawarden, providing a handy guide for those looking to stay in the know. KTIV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northwestern College earned national recognition for its online programs when U.S. News ranked its bachelor’s degree tie for 24th and its Master of Education tie for 76th, making it the highest-ranked local CCCU institution (the best in Iowa) while emphasizing student success. Sioux Country Radio
- ➤ Western Iowa Tech is searching for a new president after longtime leader Terry Murrell said he would retire at the end of the school year; application submissions will open Friday. Sioux City Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UnityPoint Health-St. Luke’s completed its acquisition of MercyOne Siouxland in September 2025 — and is fielding patient questions as MercyOne employees begin transitioning to new roles. Market President Jane Arnold detailed updates to onboarding procedures, cancer center services and helicopter medical support in a recent brief. KTIV
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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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Wildlife Encounters Live Animal Program
1:30-2:15 p.m. — Briar Cliff University — Free entry — Explore fascinating habitats and meet the animals from Wildlife Encounters of Nebraska.
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Ralph Dittman’s Winter Show
2-3 p.m. — Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center — Free entry — Enjoy a musical performance by Sioux City’s own singer-songwriter Ralph Dittman.
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