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Sioux City
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Equipping the Persecuted, a Sioux City charity, has helped more than 400,000 Christians in Nigeria—where 17 are killed each day—since its founding in 2011. Its Truth Nigeria project sent out alert warnings and faced setbacks when three journalists were detained during a press conference commemorating a 22-year-old student’s murder, calling on local supporters to help its mission. KTIV
- ➤ Goodwill of the Great Plains opened its new 2,500 square foot Mission Service Center in Sioux City on May 20th—nearly two years in the making, the facility houses a job center along with a gym, game room, and art and music room for community use. Officials said the center is part of Goodwill’s ongoing commitment to support local community needs. SiouxlandProud
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A South Sioux City man was sentenced to jail for allegedly throwing a cat against a wall—resulting in the animal suffering a scratched eye and a loud pop that alarmed witnesses. Sioux City Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Saturday in the Park is set to celebrate its 35th anniversary by returning to its bluesy roots — organizers plan to feature live blues performances that highlight a long tradition of local music festivals. Sioux City Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sioux City Mayor’s Youth Commission is accepting nominations for the Young Ambassadors program until June 20 for students in grades 4–7 who study in Sioux City schools, reside in town, or are home-schooled locally. Selected students will be mentored by the Youth Commission and recognized on September 8 at 7 p.m. at City Hall — the 5th floor Council Chambers — where they will receive a free program t-shirt. SiouxlandProud
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The family of James Joseph Foster Jr. sued Sioux City, its Fire and Rescue, and Police after an EMT allegedly injected him with rocuronium instead of ketamine on August 18th, 2023, which left him unable to breathe and caused his death two days later—paramedic Deanna LaMere now faces an involuntary manslaughter charge. SiouxlandProud
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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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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.
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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.
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Interstate Amateur Championship
36-hole stroke play — Sat, Jun 7 – Sun, Jun 8 — Two Rivers Golf Club — Open to public — Compete in a thrilling amateur golf tournament with predetermined flights based on handicap.
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Southern Hills Mall Card Show
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Southern Hills Mall — Free entry — Explore collectible cards and sports memorabilia in Sioux City.
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