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Sioux City
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Sioux City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The USDA Crop Progress Report released August 4 shows that 97% of corn fields are silking and 53% have reached the dough stage in Northwest Iowa despite damage from a derecho, two tornadoes, and heavy rains — some fields were flattened and left with standing water. Farmers recorded fewer days for fieldwork than usual and say cooler temperatures may help the crops recover as August enters its final stretch. Sioux Country Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sioux County Emergency Management launched a new Facebook page that gives residents real-time safety updates, emergency alerts, and tips for emergency preparedness. Coordinator Ryan De Kruyf said the move will improve clear communication during storms and emergencies—he will discuss his role on The Daily Grind on Friday the 15th at 9 a.m. on 93.9 KSOU FM. Sioux Country Radio
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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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Pets on Parade 2025
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Riverside Park — Fundraising participation fee — Enjoy a fun-filled day with food, pet contests, and adoptable pets while supporting the Siouxland Humane Society.
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