Good morning, Sioux City.

Sioux City fire officials are checking fireworks stands—like the Bellino at Siouxland Christian—to enforce safety rules ahead of Fourth of July celebrations; inspections verify spacing and permit requirements for fireworks on private property.

Two years after intense floods that damaged neighborhoods, North Sioux City is rebuilding with 35% of work complete on streets while city leaders plan with the Corps of Engineers to reduce future risks (and residents welcome improvements like the reopening of McCook Lake).

Northwest Iowa farmers learned about virtual fencing on Thursday at a farm in Sanborn.

The field day—hosted by the Iowa Beef Center and South Dakota State University—demonstrated how GPS collars manage cattle with audio cues and a poly wire boundary.

Sioux City Summer Fest returned yesterday at Tyson Events Center parking lot with carnival rides, games, food, and daily extras, and will run for nine days.

Visitors can buy a $35 wristband for unlimited rides + enjoy face painting and henna tattoos.

New job postings for Siouxland job seekers are available on an online board, offering positions across multiple industries; interested applicants should review each listing (which details job requirements and application instructions) to find a fitting opportunity.

Morningside University held a groundbreaking ceremony yesterday for Honeck Freymann Hall — the new home of the Rosen School of Business.

The facility will feature modern classrooms and meeting spaces and is set to open in January — boosting business education locally.

A USDA grant of $300,000 is funding Hospers' new EMS and fire facility, which is under construction and will add extra storage and an indoor training area — it will also create three new volunteer positions, with completion expected by April.

U.S. 75 near South Sioux City will close as BNSF Railway installs new crossing signals on the southbound lanes starting at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT).

16th Annual Rib Fest 2026

12-3 p.m. — Battery Park — Tasting tickets available — Savor the best BBQ at the KCBS-sanctioned Rib Fest with live music and family fun.

Saturday In The Park Festival

12:00 PM – 11:59 PM — Grandview Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day of music with top artists at this annual July 4th celebration.

Bill Diamond Car Show

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Sergeant Floyd River Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of antique and classic cars on display along with food and music.

Drake White Concert

8-11 p.m. — Anthem - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Drake White in a lively setting.

Dave Weld & the Imperial Flames - Genuine Chicago Blues

8-11 p.m. — Vangarde Arts — Cost details not provided — Immerse in high-energy blues with a talented ensemble and captivating performances.