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Sioux City
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dordt University coaching staff with Sioux Center Recreation was honored by the Sioux Center Chamber of Commerce with the Community Service Award this spring at the 2025 Spirit of Community event — recognizing their work with local youth and community projects. Their efforts support the development of servant leaders and build strong ties with neighbors — a model of community service in action. Sioux Country Radio
- ➤ Tuesday morning, the Sunnybrook Hope Center held its first annual ‘Gathering’ event where community members learned about local services — including housing, healthcare and childcare — while the food pantry paused its usual food assistance. The center will host its next gathering on Thursday, May 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. with prior registration. KTIV
- ➤ Goodwill is hosting its free GoodShred event on May 6 at 3100 W. 4th Street in Sioux City as part of Goodwill Week—May 4—10. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and a local food truck will serve burgers at 11 a.m. SiouxlandProud
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Sioux City man named Ron hit the largest jackpot in Hard Rock Hotel & Casino history on Sunday when he won $466,857 on the Cash Wheel Slot Machine, with most of his win going into his retirement fund. The casino also paid out a $393,084 jackpot at its Ultimate Texas Hold’em table and a third jackpot in early March—bringing total payouts since then to over $825,000. SiouxlandProud
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 11th annual Pete Goede ALS Benefit Concert will take place Sunday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Sioux City's Anthem where bands including Steven Bankey and the Flatland Band, Missouri Blend, Rock Bottlem and The Establishment will perform—proceeds from the event will benefit families battling ALS and all attendees must be 21 or older. SiouxlandProud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sioux City City Council approved work at Sioux Gateway Airport on Monday to replace the Gate 2 Passenger Boarding Bridge with new electrical and HVAC upgrades and to rebuild part of the South Apron with new pavement work. The projects cost about $1.4 million and $555,509 and bidding will start on May 8 + officials said the work is funded by an FAA grant with a 95% to 5% cost split. SiouxlandProud
- ➤ The Woodbury County Board of Supervisors approved a 2% raise for elected officials for the next fiscal year— the measure passed with a 3—2 vote. Sioux City Journal
- ➤ An engineering study found that the three-story Wetmore Building at 615 Douglas St. is structurally sound for renovation and reuse, with no major issues to prevent its redevelopment - Mayor Pro Tem Dan Moore said this finding is good news for updating the property that once shared a wall with the demolished old Sioux City Auditorium. Sioux City Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Inside UnityPoint Health, the busy behavioral health unit treats patients in crisis who need help with mental or substance issues—staff give daily therapy sessions, group activities, and check medications while planning safe discharges for continued care in the New Beginnings outpatient program. KTIV
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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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5678 Dance Studio Recital 2025
12:30-2:00 p.m. — Sioux City Orpheum — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a delightful showcase of local dance talent at the annual recital.
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Pickled Palette Paint & Sip
6-8 p.m. — Oscar Carl Vineyard — Enjoy a cozy evening with wine and creativity — Paint, sip, and laugh your way to a masterpiece.
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