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Monday, May 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Today, many Siouxlanders gathered at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino for the 11th annual Pete Goede ALS Benefit Concert — four bands performed in the afternoon while a silent auction was scheduled later to help raise $40,000 to $50,000 for free support services for those battling ALS.  SiouxlandProud

BUSINESS NEWS

  • A Sioux City tattoo shop marked its seven-year anniversary by inviting artists from Kansas City and Chicago to paint an ocean-themed mural in front of its downtown building. Owner Jeremy Boddy said he might call the artists back when the shop reaches 10 years — planning a larger project.  SiouxlandProud

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Sioux City North junior Emma Oleson will compete in the Poetry Out Loud Nationals in Washington D.C.—she will recite three poems Tuesday and Wednesday as she follows local talent like Dakota Valley grad Grace Powell. Oleson practices to keep her delivery natural and plans to compete again next year as a senior.  Sioux City Journal
  • In 1950, Sioux City Catholics dedicated a high school worth a million dollars and renamed it Heelan High School to honor Bishop Edmond Heelan—who led the diocese until his death in 1948—and the school stands as a lasting tribute to his legacy.  Sioux City Journal

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra's office will host in-person passport fairs—one in Sioux City on May 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and another in Council Bluffs—to help residents apply for passports.  Sioux City Journal

EVENTS

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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.

    Tue, 5/6/25

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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.

    Wed, 5/7/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/22/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/23/25

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  • Iowa AEYC Member Meeting

    6:30-7:30 p.m. — Western Iowa Tech Community College — Free entry — Learn about Iowa AEYC membership and network with fellow members.

    Thu, 5/29/25

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  • Eminem Tribute Night

    8-9:30 PM — Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate the legacy of Eminem with a thrilling tribute show.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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