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Sioux City
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reverend John Keehner will be ordained as the eighth bishop today at 2 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Epiphany in Sioux City — he will succeed Bishop Walker Nickless, who has served since 2006 and will retire to bishop emeritus status. SiouxlandProud
- ➤ Sioux City Farmers Market will kick off its season on Saturday as director Melissa Gritzmaker said vendors will include makers of natural body care products, fiber-dyed yarn + a family that makes worm casting tea. Sioux City Journal
- ➤ On May 1, community members attended Fashion for a Cause — a spring fashion show at The Warrior Hotel organized by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Siouxland and Rooted Boutique — to raise funds for programs that match mentors with local youth. SiouxlandProud
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Greenberg’s Jewelers celebrated 125 years in Sioux City, marking a legacy that began in 1900 as a small railroad watch maker and grew under three generations. The family-run business now operates seven locations (one in Sioux City) and continues to buy and sell diamonds. SiouxlandProud
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Western Iowa Tech Community College hosted the free Witstock Music Festival on Wednesday in parking lot #1, where live acts by Kenny K and the Dead Cowboys and Fair to Compare entertained the crowd—Student Activities served food and games for children while students managed technical production. SiouxlandProud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a Sioux City oath ceremony at Mary J. Treglia Community House on Thursday, 30 candidates became naturalized U.S. citizens — including Anita Sayonkon Florkiah who arrived in 2016 seeking a better life with her children. Her son Hansen, a member of the Army National Guard, expressed pride in her achievement as the League of Women Voters of Iowa assisted many new citizens in registering to vote. KTIV
- ➤ Sioux City held a prescribed burn at Ravine Park on Thursday to clear dead plants and control invasive species, though weather conditions may have caused a schedule change. A certified contractor conducted the burn, local first responders were notified, and the park was closed for at least one week—ensuring public safety. SiouxlandProud
- ➤ Sioux City will meet Monday to set steps to follow federal DEI rules required by a U.S. Department of Transportation letter. City Council will consider changing the Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator job to an HR Specialist+ ending the Inclusive Sioux City Advisory Committee+ and canceling two resolutions to keep future funding. SiouxlandProud
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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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BootzCamp Music Festival
6:00 PM - 11:30 AM — The Ickey Nickel Bar & Grill — Tickets required — Enjoy a weekend of diverse live music and support veterans with every ticket sold.
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