Good morning, Sioux City.

Sioux City's Cone Park—entering its 9th season—will open Friday, Dec.

19 with fresh powder on its 700-foot tubing hill. Park staff plan special snowmaking during the holiday break so visitors can enjoy this winter sport.

Riverside Elementary marked the 67th day of school yesterday with themed activities that mixed fun with learning, featuring cookie decorating, skits, and games centered on the viral 6-7 trend (a hit on social media).

Teachers used the day to brighten lessons and encourage student creativity.

Sioux City Career Academy has received permits to build its next two houses for vocational training.

The approved permits will allow the academy to expand its facilities & support its growing programs.

Northwestern College earned its third consecutive Best Christian Workplace honor after achieving its highest score ever + 4.19 on a five-point scale in surveys measuring teamwork, leadership and employee engagement.

President Greg Christy credited the achievement to the staff’s strong commitment to the college’s Christian mission.

The Iowa Finance Authority board awarded federal housing tax credits to two affordable housing projects on Wednesday in Sioux City.

The credits will help boost affordable housing in the community.

The Iowa Finance Authority awarded more than $12M through the Local Housing Trust Fund Program, which is expected to benefit 2,473 families in Sioux City.

The funding aims to support local housing stability.

The Sioux County Board of Supervisors approved $30,000 per year for five years to support Community Health Partners’ opioid prevention and treatment program.

The board approved the lower request after the group initially asked for $50,000 annually to bolster its community care efforts.

Midland University volleyball coach Micah Rhodes will have his aunt, Rhonda Rhodes, join him as an honorary coach & support the team during the NAIA Tournament in Sioux City today.

Python for Scientists Training Class

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Siouxland Safety Services — $2,250 — Accelerate your Python skills tailored for scientists during this comprehensive training week.

2025 NAIA Volleyball National Championship

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Tyson Events Center — Ticket purchase required — Witness the top small college volleyball teams compete for the national title in an electrifying atmosphere.

Lean 101 Workshop - North Sioux City

9 AM – 4 PM — North Sioux City Community Center — Ticket required — Discover the fundamentals of Lean in an interactive workshop that emphasizes hands-on learning and simulation.

Café et Conversation - Sioux City

10 AM – 12 PM — Council Oak Coffee Roasters — Free entry — Enjoy heart-warming coffee while practicing casual French conversation in a friendly setting.

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

8:45 p.m. — Sioux City Convention Center — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting sounds of Christmas Carols performed by a string quartet in a magical candlelight setting.

Sioux City Musketeers vs. Tri-City Storm

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Tyson Events Center — Stream available — Catch the Tri-City Storm face off against the Sioux City Musketeers in an exciting hockey showdown.

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