Good morning, Sioux City.

Runners on a mission to complete all 50 states stopped in South Sioux City today (their second stop) and met with city officials at the Boys’ and Girls’ Club before spending the night in Sioux City ahead of their next leg to Minneapolis.

According to a USDA report covering July 6 to 12, Iowa corn acres are showing faster progress with 38% silking, which is 9 points above the five-year average.

Farmers expect a cooler week ahead — a change that may boost pollination in drier fields.

An unidentified company from Woodbury County began building a 6-acre hog waste site near Castana without notifying Monona County officials, sparking concerns about odors, water runoff and cemetery proximity—a topic to be revisited at the Board meeting on Tuesday, July 21.

Sioux County will replace a 72-year-old bridge east of Alton in 2029 as a federal grant covers over three-quarters of the estimated $2.7 million cost.

The project is part of a $24 million program under BUILD to improve bridges statewide.

Sioux and Plymouth counties have finalized an automatic mutual aid agreement to speed up dive team response during water emergencies.

A recent training at Mill Creek State Park near Paullina let the teams learn each other’s operations + improve communication for future incidents.

Elizabeth Wehrle, a 36-year-old mother from Montezuma, underwent the first-known quadruple organ transplant involving retransplanted lungs, a liver, and a kidney at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago on March 22-23; she is recovering well and will return to Iowa on Friday, July 17 to reunite with her son.

Siouxland District Health is partnering with the Ida County Board of Health to expand public health services in Ida County after Horn Memorial ended its services on June 30 (the board began planning last fall).

Bishop Heelan senior Kaleb LaFavor was selected in the 10th round of the MLB draft by the Boston Red Sox.

The right-handed pitcher now faces a choice — signing with the team or joining the Iowa Hawkeyes at Iowa City.

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.

Warren Zeiders Concert

7 p.m. — Battery Park — Ticket options available — Enjoy an evening with rising star Warren Zeiders in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Warren Zeiders Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City — Tickets from $72 — Experience an electrifying performance by rising country star Warren Zeiders.

Lake Country DockHounds vs. Sioux City Explorers

6:35-9:59 p.m. — Security National Bank Field at Lewis & Clark Park — VIP tickets available — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game with premium seating and exclusive perks.

Lil Jon Concert

7 p.m. — Battery Park — Ticket info available — Get ready to party with the energetic beats of Lil Jon in Sioux City.

Siouxland Gem & Mineral Society Rock Swap

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center — Free admission — Explore the world of gems and minerals through buying, selling, and swapping treasures.