Good morning, Sioux City.

Hy-Vee is launching additional food assistance starting November 3 to help families during a government shutdown that leaves nearly 267,000 SNAP recipients without benefits.

The grocery chain will offer free meals to kids 12 and under from 4 to 7 p.m.—with $3 meals for others—and will introduce donation bundles on Friday for delivery to local food pantries.

Sioux City Public Library invites residents to cast a vote for the next Sioux City Reads title for 2026 until November 30—from three mystery options.

The book that receives the most votes will drive program events and discussions — with the title announced in January.

The Sioux City Education Association endorsed newcomers Cyndi Hanson + Jebediah Hibbs + Christian Supiot Perez for the school board election.

The move may sway local votes as the race continues to heat up.

Iowa education associations + nonprofits warned that the planned pause in federal SNAP funding will hurt K-12 students.

The lapse, scheduled to begin this weekend, may reduce access to vital food support for students.

Seven candidates (AJ Cecil-Starlin, Jan George, Dan Greenwell, Cyndi Hanson, Jebediah Hibbs, Bob Michaelson and Christian Supiot Perez) are running for seats on the Sioux City Community school board and have participated in Q&A sessions to present their plans for improving local education.

The Sioux City Public Library is promoting literacy with the Morningside StoryWalk that sets up 22 aluminum stands along Peters Park walking path to show pages from a selected book—drawing local interest—and giving residents a chance to read outdoors.

Sioux City Mayor’s Youth Commission is now accepting applications from 9th and 10th graders living or going to school in Sioux City with the deadline extended to Nov.

10 — the new term starts Jan. 1.

Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Admin I Training Class

Nov 3-7 — Western Iowa Tech Community College — $2250 — Comprehensive training for aspiring Linux administrators featuring hands-on labs and essential Linux skills.

Sioux City Musketeers vs. Sioux Falls Stampede

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Tyson Events Center — Check FloHockey for viewing details — Catch the thrilling hockey match between local rivals in Sioux City.

Pickled Palette Paint & Sip

6-8 p.m. — Oscar Carl Vineyard — Ticket required — Unleash your artistic flair while sipping wine in a scenic vineyard setting.

Omaha Lancers vs Sioux City Musketeers

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Tyson Events Center — Watch the game live on FloHockey and enjoy an exciting hockey matchup between local rivals.