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Sioux City
Thursday, July 31st, 2025
Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new billboard on Gordon Drive honors murdered Indigenous woman Lori Ann DeCora—also known as Wanga Ja Hu Winga—and raises awareness of other missing and murdered Indigenous cases in Sioux City. Funds raised from a June silent auction helped create the tribute for a case that remains unsolved. SiouxlandProud
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 39-year-old Estherville man on a motorcycle led police on a high-speed chase that began in Arnolds Park and passed through Okoboji and Spirit Lake before he was caught on Highway 9 — he now faces charges for eluding, reckless driving, and speeding. KTIV
- ➤ A Sioux City man pleaded guilty to federal drug charges on July 24 — 30-year-old Richard Martinez admitted to possessing methamphetamine and aiding another with intent to distribute after a high-speed chase near WinnaVegas Casino, and he now faces a mandatory minimum of 5 years in prison along with heavy fines and supervised release. KTIV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rain fell over Siouxland these past few days with nearly 2 inches recorded in Sioux City on Tuesday and totals of 6.5 inches in Granville and 4.01 inches in Orange City—flooding along the Floyd River near Struble and Alton eased as river levels were forecast to return to normal. SiouxlandProud
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sioux City's Engineering Division announced that street repairs on South Lakeport Street will begin next week—starting Monday, Aug. 4 with lane closures between Ravine Park Drive and Mayhew Avenue that will last for about two weeks, weather permitting, while drivers are urged to reduce speed and obey traffic signs. KTIV
- ➤ The City of Sioux City Engineering Division said the Floyd River Trail will be closed for three weeks starting August 4 for resurfacing work—trail users are advised to follow closure signs and use alternate paths. SiouxlandProud
- ➤ On July 29th, the Iowa Department of Insurance and Financial Services warned Iowans after severe storms in Northwest Iowa to watch for scams—unregistered contractors, fraudulent insurance helpers, and imposters posing as FEMA agents may try to steal money. The agency urged residents to verify credentials and get multiple repair estimates—report any suspicious offers to the proper authorities immediately. Sioux Country Radio
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Brad Winters restored the 120 year old Red Room Lounge at 1000 W. Seventh St.—a family gathering place—and updated its electrical, plumbing, roof and other key features after damage from a February pipe burst. He received his liquor license today and plans to add a food truck later while keeping longtime staff to honor his late aunt’s legacy. Sioux City Journal
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Sioux City Men's Amateur Championship
August 9-10 — Green Valley Golf Course — Registration required — Compete in a challenging 36-hole individual stroke play championship featuring a Final 9 for top scorers.
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Iron Pigs Annual Poker Run
11 AM-6 PM — Knights of Columbus — Registration fee required — A motorcycle event supporting veterans with food and fun for all.
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Mocktail and Mingle Event
6-8 p.m. — Petal and Thorn — Ticket required — Sip refreshing mocktails, enjoy light bites, and craft your own bouquet this summer evening.
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Gabby Barrett Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Sioux City Orpheum — Tickets starting at $69 — Experience a night of live country music with Gabby Barrett.
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2nd Annual Spirits of the Round House PARACON
12-8 p.m. — Sioux City Railroad Museum — Admission details not listed — Explore a gathering of paranormal enthusiasts at a haunted museum for a day full of spooky fun.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
He who has a why to live can bear almost any how.
~ Friedrich Nietzsche
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