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Sioux City
Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The iconic “Welcome to Sioux City” sign, a local landmark since 1941, will be refurbished and relocated by its new owners Skip and Cathy Perley. The sign will be removed in the coming days from its current spot—1137 Dace Ave—and a new prominent location is expected by spring. SiouxlandProud
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Siouxland GO will host its 15th annual Innovation Market—an event where new businesses can network and share ideas even if they do not win. The market gives entrepreneurs a springboard to boost their business plans. SiouxlandProud
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Community Action Agency of Siouxland has run its Head Start Program for nearly 50 years, offering 29 classrooms and themed activities this week to prepare children 6 weeks to 4 years for kindergarten; families are invited to apply even though the program is at maximum capacity—ensuring early learning for local kids. SiouxlandProud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Siouxlanders must show a Real ID to board domestic flights and enter certain federal facilities or power plants starting on May 7 — currently, 75% of Iowa IDs meet this requirement. KTIV
- ➤ Sioux City City Council voted on Monday afternoon to appoint Mike Collett as interim City Manager after Bob Padmore retired on April 4—Collett will run daily city operations until a permanent hire is named by summer. KTIV
- ➤ Sioux City Human Rights Commission will host a free Fair Housing workshop on Tuesday, April 22 at the Sioux City Public Museum at 607 4th Street from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The workshop will teach renters about their rights and how to recognize and prevent illegal housing discrimination. KTIV
- ➤ Sioux City council members deferred a vote on a proposal to cut the Human Rights Commission budget by nearly 40%—a $140,000 reduction—during Monday’s meeting. They will revisit the issue next Monday at 4 p.m. as they plan the Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget. KTIV
- ➤ Sioux City launched two surveys to ask residents and local business owners for input on the Strategic Plan for 2026–2029. The online surveys are open from April 7 through April 30 and will help shape decisions on city services, public safety, and economic growth. SiouxlandProud
- ➤ Sioux City officials have launched two surveys for residents and local business owners to help shape the city's Strategic Plan for 2026–29—each survey collects input on key topics such as city services, public safety, workforce needs and economic development—and will guide city decisions. The surveys remain open until April 30. KTIV
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Sacred Heart Fish Fry
5-8 p.m. — Sacred Heart School — $15 adults, $10 ages 5-10, free under 4 — Indulge in delicious fried and baked fish every Friday during Lent.
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Banda Los Recoditos with Banda Machos
9 PM – 3 AM — El Ranchito Restaurant & Bar — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting night of live music featuring two popular bands.
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Haymakers & Pretend Friend - Acoustic String Band and Bluegrass
8-11 p.m. — Vangarde Arts — Tickets $15 at the door — Experience a fusion of bluegrass and folk from two top heartland acts in an electrifying performance.
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Women's Only Self-Defense Course
11 PM – 1 AM — RTTI at Coffee King — $50/person or included in membership — Empower yourself with practical self-defense skills in a supportive environment.
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Let's Fly a Kite!
10 AM – 1 PM — Sergeant Floyd River Museum — Free entry — Bring your kites and enjoy free popcorn while exploring a nature scavenger hunt.
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Midwest 8-Ball Championships
April 30 - May 4 — Siouxland Expo Center — Entry fees apply — Compete in thrilling pool matches at the regional championship event.
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Opening Reception for Craig Albright: Chasing Light
5-7 p.m. — Sioux City Art Center — Free entry — Explore the poetic landscapes of Craig Albright's first solo exhibition featuring new and recent works.
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Discrepancies Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Marquee — $20 cover — Experience the explosive sound of the Rap Rock band Discrepancies as they light up the night.
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Church History in One Easy Lesson
2:00 p.m. — Betty Strong Encounter Center — Free entry — Explore the intriguing journey of Christianity with Dr. Bruce Forbes' engaging presentation and visual illustrations.
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Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations
7:30-9 p.m. — Sioux City Orpheum — Ticket prices vary — Experience a Tony Award-winning musical that celebrates the legendary Motown group, The Temptations.
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