Good morning, Sioux City.

A grass fire blocked southbound I-29 near Salix on Saturday around 1 p.m.—the Iowa Department of Transportation said the closure stretched between Exit 27 and Exit 134 and Woodbury County Sheriff and Emergency Management reported multiple injuries.

Morningside University’s campus radio station KMSC is taking part in Vinylthon—a 24-hour celebration of vinyl records happening this weekend in Sioux City.

The event brings together local music fans to enjoy a day-long showcase of vinyl culture.

KTIV, Siouxland’s trusted news source, was honored with seven Eric Sevareid Awards from the Midwest Broadcast Journalists Association for its work in areas such as documentary, general, and social media reporting—recognizing its strong local coverage.

The awards were presented on Saturday, April 12 in Minneapolis.

Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools held its annual auction this week and raised more than $1 million in total funds—one bronzed sculpture of Bishop R.

Walker Nickless' praying hands sold for $70,000.

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.

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.

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.

Midwest 8-Ball Championships

April 30 - May 4 — Siouxland Expo Center — Entry fees apply — Compete in thrilling pool matches at the regional championship event.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Northwest Iowa Reading Association K-6 Writing Contest Awards

7:00 p.m. — Western Iowa Tech Community College — Free entry — Celebrate the creativity of young writers at the annual award ceremony recognizing contest winners from the Northwest Iowa Reading Association.

BLINK Art Exhibition by Tracie Tuttle

7-10 p.m. — Vangarde Arts — Free entry — Experience an abstract glimpse into the human experience through Tracie Tuttle's vibrant acrylic paintings.