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Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rising gas and grocery costs are pushing more families to local pantries as requests surge 15% at Grace United Methodist Church, officials report; community members can drop off food items at the Stamp Out Hunger drive Saturday (organized with the Food Bank of Siouxland and National Association of Letter Carriers). KTIV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A ceremony at Tyson Events Center on Wednesday honored Siouxland high school seniors who plan to join the workforce or military immediately after graduation. The event recognized the graduates as they prepared for their next chapter. Sioux City Journal
- ➤ SHARE Iowa honored Underwood High School junior Alicia Alvarez as the 2026 Do-gooder of the Year for leading the Backpack Program and several school service projects. The award recognizes her dedication to making a difference in the community. Sioux City Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Six agencies from Siouxland are attending a five-day data-driven search and rescue training course in Wayne — first responders use math and statistics to plan search areas. Kevin Garvin said the training is crucial as emergency teams work to save lives. KTIV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local wellness experts urge mothers to practice self-care during Mental Health Awareness Month. Nurse Lauren Williams and practitioner Jeannette Hasley recommend exercise, hydration, and mindful movement to boost mental health in northwest Iowa. KTIV
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