Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
Good morning, Sioux City.
🏘️ Community
About 50 seniors at Culavin Heights in Missouri Valley have been without hot water for nearly two weeks due to a broken boiler — vendors expect to fix it by tomorrow as officials monitor the repair progress.
💼 Business
Tastee Inn & Out remains a local icon as Assistant General Manager Michayla Snodgrass explains that classic drive-in flavors and friendly service keep customers coming back.
The popular spot continues drawing loyal fans who enjoy its timeless menu.
🚨 Crime
T.J. Johnson, a Spencer resident (stranded in Puerto Vallarta by cartel violence after a drug cartel leader's killing), returned home Wednesday night on a Minneapolis flight after resolving ticketing issues with help from local and national leaders.
🎓 Education
MMCRU hosted its first Career Connections fair on Wednesday, Feb.
25 at the high school (with 56 businesses, 11 speakers and 190 students) to showcase local job openings and internships.
St. Luke's College and Morningside University showcased their (newly updated) radiologic technology labs Wednesday.
The demonstration let students and staff explore advanced imaging equipment at the campuses.
MMCRU’s FFA program in Marcus now features a permanent mini farm on school grounds where students gain hands-on experience with goats and pigs.
The program is part of National FFA Week and aims to build practical skills for future agricultural careers.
🏛️ Government
North Sioux City's Northshore Drive reconstruction will begin early March 2026 as bids for the project open next week.
City officials expect the road to remain open-to-traffic until Apr. 1 and then reopen before school starts in August.
🏥 Health
Mateo, the first baby born in Sioux City in 2026, has reached a 4 lb milestone after overcoming NEC and emergency surgery in Omaha.
His progress raises hopes that he will return home to Storm Lake before summer.
UnityPoint Health Sioux City is beginning the regulatory process to bring open-heart surgery back to its North & Downtown campuses, aiming to offer local care instead of forcing patients to travel for treatment.
The planned effort could take several months.
After weeks of heart issues, Alan Krueger received a dual chamber pacemaker at UnityPoint Health and now feels more energetic during daily activities.
Dr. Aakash Shah explained the life-saving procedure prevented a dangerous heart block.
Iowa State Sen. Catelin Drey said her surgery for stage one uterine cancer was successful and follow-up tests show no signs of cancer.
She returned to the Senate and thanked her doctors, nurses, colleagues and supporters for their help.
🎉 Sioux City Events
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Sioux City Princess Day
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Sioux City Convention Center — Ticketed event — Experience a magical 90-minute princess meet & greet with engaging activities and photo opportunities for children.
SSA Youth Basketball Club Tryouts
1-8 p.m. — Siouxland Sports Academy — Registration required — Showcase your skills at the SSA youth basketball summer tryouts with designated times for different grades.
Country Vet Frenchie 500: Musketeers vs Black Hawks
6:00-7:05 p.m. — Tyson Events Center — Watch the Sioux City Musketeers face off against the Waterloo Black Hawks in an exciting hockey showdown.
Shenanigans 5K St. Paddy's Day Run
1:30-2:30 p.m. — 3400 Line Dr — Registration fee applies — Expect a lively and spirited atmosphere while enjoying a fun 5K run around the trail.
Heart Failure Support Group Meeting
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Sunnybrook Medical Plaza — Free entry — Engage in educational discussions on heart failure topics while enjoying light refreshments.
Erik Koskinen Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Vangarde Arts — $15 at the door or online — Experience the unique blend of American roots music by acclaimed singer-songwriter Erik Koskinen.
Whiskey and Wildflowers - A Spring Speakeasy Social
6-11 p.m. — Sioux City Distilling Co — Ticket purchase required — Escape the ordinary and toast to spring's vibrant renewal with artisanal pours and chef-curated small plates.
Madison Capitols vs Sioux City Musketeers
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Tyson Events Center — Streaming available — Catch the thrilling match between the Capitols and Musketeers live on FloHockey.
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