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Sioux City
Friday, April 25th, 2025
Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, local McDonald's owner-operators presented a check for over $6,500 from the Shamrock Shake fundraiser to Ronald McDonald House Charities in Siouxland — the funds will help support expanded services for families with children receiving care. KTIV
- ➤ Officials from the Drug Enforcement Administration & local law enforcement agencies in Sioux City will host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday to let residents safely dispose of unused prescription drugs. Drop-off sites include Hy-Vee on Hamilton Boulevard, Hy-Vee on Gordon Drive, Drilling Pharmacy on Morningside Avenue, Hy-Vee on Cornhusker Drive, and the Dakota County Law Enforcement Center in Dakota City. SiouxlandProud
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Officials responded to a house fire on the 1700 block of W. 4th Street yesterday at around 12:43 p.m.—a caller spotted smoke and officials believe a nearby smoking incident caused damage to the home's outer wall, though no one was injured and the home was not red-tagged. SiouxlandProud
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sioux City Historic Preservation Week will have a walking tour led by Tom Munson at 6 p.m. May 6 at the Sioux City Public Museum that shows three old motor mart buildings— the Warnock/Benson Building now called Benson Lofts, the Wetmore Building, and the Commerce Building now home to Bluebird Flats— as part of events running May 5-10. Sioux City Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Siouxland Christian is building a new facility for its 7th to 12th graders and work has progressed quickly since construction started in February; phase one of the $11 million project will complete by August—providing the space needed for staff and students to grow. SiouxlandProud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Legislation to speed up court rulings on free speech challenges went to the governor’s desk Thursday after years of stalled efforts and is expected to help protect local media from costly lawsuits. Lawmakers including Rep. Steve Holt praised the bill for its First Amendment protections — a move aimed at safeguarding community newspapers. SiouxlandProud
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Fur the Love of Golf Tournament
11 a.m.–4:30 p.m. — Covington Links Golf Course — $320 per team — Enjoy a day of golf while supporting local pets in need with prizes and raffles.
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Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful.
~ Warren Buffett
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