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Sioux Falls News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Sioux Falls and Southeast South Dakota. From local government and business developments to healthcare, education, public safety, economic growth, finance, biotechnology, and community events across Minnehaha County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of the Midwest's fastest-growing cities…
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Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Payroll Clean, But Access Needs Tightening | Sioux Falls News
City auditors clear payroll system but urge tighter controls on temporary access; Bishop Dudley contract deemed mostly sound but needs better reporting…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!South Dakota’s $900M Road Plan | Sioux Falls News
South Dakota’s $900 million infrastructure push is officially underway, with major road and bridge projects set to begin in 2027—though some timelines may…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!South Dakota Leads Unemployment Race | Sioux Falls News
South Dakota just shattered the national unemployment record again—crushing it at a blistering 2% in July, the lowest in the entire U.S., and holding that…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!South Dakota’s Data Center Dilemma | Sioux Falls News
South Dakota’s quiet plains are getting a tech boom—data centers, especially the power-hungry hyperscale kind, are sparking debate. With some of the nation’s…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dolly Parton’s Cuppa Cuppa Cake | Sioux Falls News
Dolly Parton’s Cuppa Cuppa Cake—made famous by her role in “Steel Magnolias”—is the ultimate easy, sweet treat that brings Southern charm and Hollywood magic…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragic Crash on 451st Avenue | Sioux Falls News
A heartbreaking crash claimed the life of a 61-year-old woman near Parker Thursday evening when her vehicle veered off the road, rolled over, and landed upside…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Electrolytes vs Water for Athletes | Sioux Falls News
Hydration isn’t just about chugging water—it’s a science, especially for athletes like Augustana’s Timothy Wheeler, who’s recovering from injury and knows…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Partial Lunar Eclipse Over South Dakota | Sioux Falls News
Partial Lunar Eclipse Over South Dakota | Sioux Falls News
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Honoring Kendra Owen Six Years On | Sioux Falls News
Six years after her tragic death, Kendra Owen’s legacy lives on in Watertown, where her mother Jewel Damarrias led a heartfelt community walk to celebrate the…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Half-Penny Tax Hopes for Property Relief | Sioux Falls News
Lincoln County just approved a half-penny sales tax hike—aimed squarely at slashing property taxes—sparking heated debate, especially in Minnehaha County…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Early Season Football Battles Ignite | Sioux Falls News
The region’s high school football season kicked off with a bang Friday night, as all seven classes hit the field for their first games of the year. Top-ranked…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fire Near Deadwood Cemetery | Sioux Falls News
A fire erupted near Deadwood’s historic Mt. Moriah Cemetery, starting on a covered patio and quickly spreading to dry grass and trees. Fire crews responded…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Youth Behind the Camera at All My Relatives | Sioux Falls News
This Saturday, the All My Relatives festival isn’t just about music—it’s a vibrant showcase of Indigenous youth creativity. Outlast Arts and Education, a…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Baseball Field Gets Major Upgrade | Sioux Falls News
Baseball’s 1997 field is getting a major upgrade with a brand-new turf system and organic infill for cooler, all-weather play — funded entirely by donations…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!State Title Rematch Set for Friday | Sioux Falls News
Friday night lights ignite as top-ranked Sioux Falls Christian clashes with No. 2 Lennox in a high-stakes rematch of last year’s state championship games. Both…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Summer’s Cooling Down Across KELOLAND | Sioux Falls News
Summer’s grip is loosening as temps dip into the seventies across KELOLAND, with Watertown hitting 71 by Sept. 18 and Hot Springs cooling to upper seventies —…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Banana Ball Debut Draws Wild Crowd | Sioux Falls News
The first-ever banana ball game exploded in Sioux Falls, drawing a roaring crowd of 4,400 fans who witnessed a wild, acrobatic twist on baseball that even auto…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Two Young Cats Face Serious Hunting Charges | Sioux Falls News
Two young men in South Dakota, Kade Wright and Jacob Lewis, face 25 combined charges—including illegal turkey hunting, unauthorized night vision use, animal…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragedy at Sentry in Watertown | Sioux Falls News
A tragic workplace death in Watertown, South Dakota, has sent shockwaves through the community — 19-year-old William Huumala lost his life in an…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Aydin Lloyd Aims for Championship | Sioux Falls News
Huset’s Speedway is still roaring with speed even as school resumes, with drivers pushing hard to clinch championships before the season ends. Rising star…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!KELOLAND Branson Bus Trip This November | Sioux Falls News
Get ready for a stress-free Branson getaway this November—KELOLAND’s got you covered with a curated bus trip led by travel pros Brian Karstens and Paul Farmer…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Origami Boxes for Teachers | Sioux Falls News
Give teachers an apple… but make it unforgettable. Swap the classic fruit for a handcrafted origami box—folding paper into a charming, three-dimensional gift…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!High Fire Danger in South Dakota | Sioux Falls News
Fire danger is spiking across central and western South Dakota this Friday, with counties like Harding, Butte, and Meade under high alerts — even Fall River at…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dolly Parton Honored with Pink Arc | Sioux Falls News
A dazzling pink glow lights up the Arc of Dreams in South Dakota this week, a heartfelt tribute to Dolly Parton, who passed at 80. The sculpture walk honors…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hardrockers Stun Bulldogs in Thriller | Sioux Falls News
College football just delivered a jaw-dropping upset as the South Dakota Mines Hardrockers, a Division II team, stunned FCS powerhouse Drake Bulldogs 38-35 in…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sanford Health Takes Over North Memorial | Sioux Falls News
Sanford Health is officially merging with North Memorial Health in Minnesota, approved by Attorney General Keith Ellison with a ten-year oversight agreement…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!South Dakota Football Season Kicks Off | Sioux Falls News
South Dakota’s high school football season kicks off tonight with seven classes hitting the field, featuring 13 statewide games and a must-watch rematch: No. 1…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragic Farm Accident Leaves One Dead | Sioux Falls News
A farmer died after being pinned under a hay-bine when the tractor and implement collided with a fence—emergency crews arrived quickly but couldn’t save him…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragedy, Prep, and Golf on the Horizon | Sioux Falls News
Tragedy struck on I-29 as a 19-year-old lost his life in a deadly four-car crash Thursday morning — a chain reaction sparked when one vehicle stopped suddenly…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!First Day of School in 1985 | Sioux Falls News
Back in 1985, the first day of school in South Dakota felt surprisingly familiar—kids settling in, catching up with friends, and diving into new classes. At…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump’s Beef Plan and What It Means | Sioux Falls News
Trump’s pushing to import 300,000 metric tons of lean beef trimmings—aiming to slash ground beef prices—but skeptics question if consumers will actually see…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sales Tax Hike Divides Lincoln County | Sioux Falls News
Lincoln County just voted to raise the sales tax by a half-penny to fund property tax relief — but not everyone’s happy. While commissioners hope homeowners…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trojans Fall in Thriller to Tigers | Sioux Falls News
Dakota State volleyball fell to ranked Dakota Wesleyan in a hard-fought four-set thriller, dropping the match 3-1 despite a spirited third-set comeback. The…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sioux Falls Falls Short in Season Opener | Sioux Falls News
Sioux Falls football dropped a heartbreaker 24-21 to Black Hills State, falling behind early but rallying with a fumble return and halftime tie — only to see…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!State Farm Volleyball Showcase 2026 | Sioux Falls News
Get ready for a volleyball weekend that’s bigger than ever—2026’s State Farm Volleyball Showcase at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls will feature five…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dimock Cheese Rising Fast | Sioux Falls News
Dimock Cheese, a South Dakota staple since 1931, is exploding in popularity—shipping nationwide and even overseas—with a revamped website featuring store…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jackrabbit Football Goes Nationwide | Sioux Falls News
Jackrabbit football’s season is heating up—and so is its reach. KELOLAND, SDSU, and Midco Sports are teaming up to broadcast the first two home games, bringing…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Drought Worsens in Southeast KELOLAND | Sioux Falls News
Drought in KELOLAND’s still brutal—rain’s hit or miss, and most folks are left dry. Charts may show a surplus, but it’s mostly recent rain that doesn’t help…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Elite Volleyball Hits Sioux Falls | Sioux Falls News
Get ready for elite college volleyball in Sioux Falls as the 2026 State Farm Women’s Volleyball Showcase ignites at the Sanford Pentagon, featuring five…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Roosevelt Teachers Rekindle Passion | Sioux Falls News
Roosevelt High School teachers are buzzing with fresh energy as the new school year kicks off—ready to reconnect with students, witness growth, and inspire the…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sanford International Prep at Minnehaha | Sioux Falls News
PGA Tour Champions return to Minnehaha Country Club for the Sanford International, marking its ninth year at the venue — and construction season is in full…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Minnehaha County Auditor Race Heats Up | Sioux Falls News
The Minnehaha County auditor race is heating up as incumbent Republican Leah Anderson, backed by her election experience and accounting background, touts…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!South Dakota Bridges Get Design Funding | Sioux Falls News
South Dakota’s rural bridges are getting a major boost—twelve will receive federal funds for design work, while another twenty-four snag state grants to prep…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!City’s Light Power Traffic Hub Opens | Sioux Falls News
The city’s new 55,000-square-foot hub for light, power, and traffic departments—located on East 60th Street—just welcomed its first staff, unifying decades of…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Suspension or Stand? Wooden Knife at Rosebud Fair | Sioux Falls News
Despite being suspended by the Rosebud Sioux Tribal Council, Kathleen Wooden Knife remains upbeat and defiant, urging the community to embrace the upcoming…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!First Day of School Magic | Sioux Falls News
The first day of school brings back the familiar chaos and heartwarming moments—buses roll, speeches echo, and kids like six-year-old Saylor Rasmussen gear up…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tribal Trust Betrayed in Massive Fraud | Sioux Falls News
A South Dakota tribal leader just got six years in federal prison for stealing over $4.7 million from the Oglala Sioux Tribe’s general fund — a brazen wire…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Harmful Algal Blooms in South Dakota Lakes | Sioux Falls News
South Dakota’s lakes are warning signs of dangerous algal blooms—blue-green algae releasing toxins that threaten people, pets, and livestock. DANR urges: “When…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!VA Hospital and LifeScape Power Outage | Sioux Falls News
Power outage hits VA hospital and LifeScape in central Sioux Falls—only two customers affected, with backup generators keeping everyone safe. Xcel Energy…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tragic Loss of Mount Vernon Bus Driver | Sioux Falls News
A Mount Vernon School District bus driver tragically died after a medical emergency at the Davison County Fairgrounds—paramedics and an off-duty nurse raced to…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Man Robbed in Woods Behind South Third | Sioux Falls News
Man Robbed in Woods Behind South Third | Sioux Falls News
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!SD’s First Banana Ball Game | Sioux Falls News
A tragic motorcycle crash claims a 44-year-old’s life in Black Hawk, South Dakota, while in Rapid City, a driver faces charges after hitting multiple cars with…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Augustana Unveils New Campus Housing | Sioux Falls News
Augustana University just unveiled its newest $12 million student housing complex, Foundation Heights — a game-changing campus apartment building designed to…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!RedHawks Dominate Canaries 8-1 | Sioux Falls News
Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks crushed Sioux Falls Canaries 8-1, dominating from the first inning with early runs and a relentless offense. They added three more in…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jackrabbits Aim to Repeat as Summit Champions | Sioux Falls News
South Dakota State is the clear favorite to win the Summit League volleyball title, projected to finish first with 47 points and six first-place votes—tying…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Roosevelt Rough Riders Aim Higher | Sioux Falls News
Roosevelt High’s Rough Riders kick off their season with high hopes after a brutal 1-8 campaign last year—only beating Rapid City Stevens. Under new energy and…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Warriors Face Tough Start | Sioux Falls News
The Washington Warriors kick off their high school football season this Friday at 5 PM against Rapid City Central, ready to tackle a brutal schedule with no…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dolly Parton’s Book Legacy Lives On | Sioux Falls News
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library sparked a statewide literacy revolution in South Dakota—making it the first state outside Tennessee to adopt her beloved…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!BeneMoney Fixes Financial Gaps at Work | Sioux Falls News
America’s financial literacy is at a ten-year low, leaving millions scrambling when unexpected bills hit—often spiraling into deeper debt. Enter BeneMoney, an…
Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mini Target Field for T-Ball Dreams | Sioux Falls News
In Webster, South Dakota, a tiny t-ball field has become a big-league dream come true—complete with scaled-down Target Field features, real Twins bases, and…