Good morning, Sioux City.

Woodbury County parks will open on May 1—allowing public access to campgrounds, cabins, restrooms, and shelters.

Brendan Todt, president of the Friends of the Sioux City Public Library board, said the 2025 Book Lovers’ Book Sale will run April 24 — May 3 in Sioux City where local book lovers can find great deals.

Danbury farmer Seuntjens faces federal theft and fraud charges—he allegedly provided false eligibility information to secure thousands of dollars from a federal farming program.

Sioux City Police Department and Woodbury County Sheriff’s Office say a body found in a field in rural Woodbury County on April 9 was positively identified as Joshua Eldridge—a 51-year-old man reported missing in November 2024 and last seen on October 31, with details on his death and the investigation remaining undisclosed.

Sioux City Police and Woodbury County Sheriff’s Office found the body of Joshua Eldridge—a 51-year-old man missing for over five months—in a rural Woodbury field on April 9, and they are investigating his death.

On Friday residents, businesses, schools and community groups joined Sioux City's Litter Dash to help clean up the city and reach a goal of collecting four to five tons of litter—600 volunteers cleaned different areas from noon to 3 p.m. The event was organized by Sioux City's Environmental Services.

Strong storms moved through Iowa Thursday night into Friday morning and caused widespread damage to Storm Lake with downed power lines, fallen trees, and debris blocking roads.

Emergency crews and utility teams worked to assess the damage and restore power while advising residents to avoid hazards.

A portion of Stone Park Boulevard will be closed temporarily Monday — drivers are advised to use 26th Street to the south or 29th Street to the north.

Stone Park Boulevard in Sioux City will be closed on Monday, April 21 from 7 p.m. to 1 p.m. to allow crews to remove trees between Douglas Street and Pierce Street—drivers are advised to use 26th Street or 29th Street as alternate routes.

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.

Red Dirt Road Concert

9 PM – 3 AM — Doxx Bar — Free entry — Experience the Midwest's premier country and rock show with great musicianship and exciting light displays.