Alcohol ban expands in parks: The Sioux Falls City Council will vote July 15 on an ordinance to prohibit open or unsealed alcoholic beverages in most city parks—from Arrowhead and Phillips Avenue Plaza to Falls Park and the new Barb Iverson Skate Plaza—while keeping exceptions for reserved events and licensed premises — see if your favorite green space is on the list.
605 Running Co.’s Nike launch: After debuting its new Nike Running performance gear at a July 12 birthday bash complete with demo runs, giveaways, and free coffee, the downtown Sioux Falls shop is hosting its SuFu Circuit Relay today on the River Greenway Trail — find out how to register.
Council’s 2026 legislative agenda: Sioux Falls leaders are pressing for property tax reform, water access, airport expansion and other priorities in Pierre — find out what’s on the docket.
Unexpected backstage protector: A college student with a backstage pass stepped in when a Frisbee struck Elvis at his June 22, 1977, Sioux Falls concert, reassuring the King in one of his final performances — find out how.
Barre3 builds strength and community: Megan reflects on six years of intentional movement in Sioux Falls, from prenatal workouts to pandemic lifeline, and why the studio feels like home — find out what sets Barre3 apart.
Encompassing kids’ wellness: Encompass Mental Health brings play therapy directly into daycares, pairs sessions with a nonprofit fund to remove financial barriers and has supported over 2,000 children — find out how they’re changing care.
Mini moto crew in action: Sioux Falls’ pint-sized bikers revved through town—from Vern Eide Motoplex and Yonutz Donuts to the Historic District and 8th Street bridge— check out the highlights.
Lively pre-dawn Stockyards Café: Step into the now-closed Sioux Falls breakfast spot where strong coffee fueled boisterous chats among truckers, cattle buyers, and yard hands before sunrise — find out what made it the liveliest place in town.
South Dakota’s first jump rope competition: More than 160 competitors hopped to Augustana in Sioux Falls for the American Jump Rope Federation’s annual nationals, marking the event’s debut in the state — find out.
Other Sioux Falls headlines this week
- Blood bank seeks donors amid summer shortage
- Brandon women sentenced for meth smuggling attempt
- Dakota MasterWorks seeks senior art show artists
- Sioux Falls advances to state title game
- Power outage closes downtown street lanes
- Sioux Falls dangles $5M, state remains undecided
- POET plans friendlier ethanol production process
- Burton Cummings rocks Sioux Falls July 22
