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Hi Sioux City, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Kids’ AI safety bill, Murder on the Orient Express, and paint pottery while cuddling kittens + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Major roadway redesign proposed: Sioux City approved a $3.6 million grant application for a proposed roundabout, connected to work on Tri-View Avenue and Hamilton Boulevard. A public meeting is today for input — see what’s planned and when.
New space bolsters community care: Catholic Charities in Sioux City cut the ribbon on the $3.2 million Angeline’s Wing for Children and Family, adding specialized rooms and expanding mental health services, with appointments now available — read the full story.
New safeguards for minors online: Iowa lawmakers advanced a kids’ AI safety bill with a 20-0 committee vote, adding age checks and tighter limits on children’s data after a tragic chatbot incident involving a minor — see what’s in the bill.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Burger night upgrade: When a simple cheeseburger won’t cut it, SoHo Kitchen & Bar serves stacks you daydream about, with Popper Topper heat, blue-cheese-and-bacon richness, and fries that mean business. Best enjoyed with a couple friends and a tap list worth pondering.
Old-school fun, still rolling: Rollerama has been having fun since 1966, and it still delivers. Swing by for a quick skate reset with friends or a no-fuss birthday. Stretch your legs, glide a few laps, and remember why wheels plus music just works… every time.
Your city’s story, alive: Sioux City Public Museum turns local history into the good kind of rabbit hole, with engaging exhibits, timely features, and programs that make you say “oh, that happened here?” A quick visit often yields fresh hometown trivia.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Sioux City for grown ups
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🚂 Murder on the Orient Express @ Sioux City Community Theatre | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Whether you’ve logged hours with Agatha Christie or just like a reason to dress up that isn’t a fundraiser, this Murder on the Orient Express brings glamour, snowdrifts, and prime suspect energy. Expect gasps, side-eyes, and very committed mustaches. Tickets at scct.booktix.com.
🎨 Spring Craft & Vendor Fair 2026 @ St. Luke Evangelical Lutheran Church | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Grab your tote and hit a free-admission spring craft fair with local makers, lunch, a children’s play area, and a Men’s Lounge, because someone finally thought of everything. Multi-level shopping with elevator access, and if you make things, vendor spots are $40.
📚 First Saturday Family Storytime @ Sioux City Public Library (Downtown) | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Round up the crew for a Seuss-y family storytime at the library, featuring The Cat in the Hat, read-alouds, and a craft the fridge will tolerate. All ages welcome, free weekend parking, registration required, and spots go faster than Thing 1 on a sugar rush.
🔨 Consignment Auction @ Junk & Disorderly Flea Market | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Think you can resist a bidding war? Junk & Disorderly is hosting a multi-consignment auction on Market Street, basically ten estate sales in one, with furniture, tools, collectibles, new and vintage oddities, and all the glorious maybes. Bring a friend, arrive early, leave smug.
☘ Grand Opening St. Patrick Party @ Vfw Post 5240 Sather Odgaard | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – Grand opening meets St. Paddy’s party, with the Schoon Brothers and a freshly remodeled bar to christen. Wear your best green, claim a pork sandwich while it lasts, and drop your name for the door prize, because luck likes locals.
🐾 Pawsome Pizza Night @ Buffalo Alice | Sunday (3/8) at 4:30 PM – Nothing beats carbs for a cause, especially when it’s a $20 all-you-can-eat pizza buffet with tater tot casserole, benefiting Noah’s Hope Animal Rescue. Bring the family, bid at the silent auction, and pretend your third slice is philanthropy, not lack of willpower.
🌸 Flower Pressing Workshop @ ISU Extension and Outreach – Woodbury County | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – Ready to make your garden last longer than a Midwest summer? At ISU Extension in Sioux City, you’ll learn flower pressing, assemble a wooden press with all materials provided, practice on fresh blooms, and head home with keepsakes, real know-how, and a tool you built.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Sioux City report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 64°F – Low: 46°F – Precip: 6%
Partly sunny, with a high near 64. South southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: A chance of rain before 9pm, then rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 46, with temperatures rising to around 49 overnight. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
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Tomorrow – High: 63°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 81%
Rain before 3pm, then rain likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 52 in the afternoon. North northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Later: A chance of rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms before 3am, then a slight chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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