Good morning, Sioux City.

A group of women from five local churches meets on the second Monday of each month to sew Feminine Hygiene Dignity Kits that help young women in South Africa attend school.

The handmade kits, crafted from fabric scraps and designed to last three years, are sent to Blessman International headquarters in Des Moines for mission trips—community members are welcome to join the next session.

Bishop R. Walker Nickless, who led Sioux City's Diocese for nearly 20 years, reflected on his bittersweet journey as he stepped down after submitting his resignation in May 2022.

Bishop-elect John Keehner of Youngstown will be ordained on May 1 at the Cathedral of the Epiphany + Nickless will stay on as a resource during the transition.

Martinez De Escobar-Hernandez was sentenced in Sioux City after he illegally re-entered the U.S. following his 2019 deportation from Texas.

South Sioux City’s New Stage Players—partnering with the Penguin Project—will present Disney’s Aladdin: Kids as their fifth production featuring young actors with Down’s syndrome, autism, Asperger’s and other conditions, giving them a chance to shine.

On Thursday, the Dakota Valley School District announced that it offered Garrett Schmidt a contract to serve as superintendent for the 2025–26 school year.

Sioux City Fire Rescue has earned accreditation that places it in the top 1% of over 29,000 fire departments nationwide + fewer than 350 departments have received the honor from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International.

The Sioux City Wastewater Treatment Plant Advisory Committee met on Thursday to review Phase I of a project that will boost equipment capacity and add odor control to reduce sewer smells.

Officials said once designs finish, a contractor will set a maximum price and the committee will seek funding so construction can start early next year.

Iowa District 1 Senator Rocky De Witt of Lawton announced he has pancreatic cancer.

The former Woodbury County Supervisor is missing the current legislative session in Des Moines — he is keeping track of the developments.

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.