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Hello Sioux Falls! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What the huge new Foss Fields project means for east Sioux Falls
  • When will Sioux Falls' biggest intersection finally fully reopen?
  • How a pink Sioux Falls latte helps fund local cancer care

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Stiff winds, with a high of 87 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Very warm; breezy in the a.m., temps: high: 84, low: 53.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and cooler, with a high of 69 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Original Foss Field to house 1st major east Sioux Falls development in 20 years (argusleader.com) — A massive new Foss Fields development on Sioux Falls' east side is underway, bringing a 300-acre mix of housing, restaurants, and a major retail center anchored by a second Hobby Lobby. With hundreds of apartments, multiple national chains opening second city locations, and an estimated $200 million construction value, the project is expected to create jobs, boost tax revenue, and transform daily shopping options for nearby residents.
   

2. South Dakota's Largest Intersection Takes Shape At Arrowhead And Veterans Parkway In Sioux Falls (kxrb.com) — Drivers on Sioux Falls' east side are close to relief as the $39 million Arrowhead Parkway and Veterans Parkway intersection project enters its final stages, with completion expected by November 20. The expanded junction will add multiple through and turn lanes plus three lighted pedestrian underpasses, while crews finish medians, sidewalks, retaining walls, and landscaping over the next few weeks.
   

3. A latte for Breast Cancer Awareness Month (keloland.com) — Sioux Falls coffee shop Coffea Roasterie is pouring a new Banana Mamma Latte this month, with 10% of each sale supporting Avera Cancer Institute programs in the city. The bright pink drink, created for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, helps fund services like the Cancer Navigation Center, wig salon, and mobile mammography while reminding residents to schedule screenings.
   

4. Sioux Falls law enforcement call Saturday news conference after major police response (siouxfallslive.com) — Law enforcement has called a noon Saturday news conference at the Sioux Falls Law Enforcement Center after a large, still-unexplained police response on Keyrell Drive in far western Sioux Falls Friday night. Keyrell Drive was completely blocked off as multiple local and state agencies worked a critical incident, but officials say they are not yet releasing details about what happened.
   

5. 'Muse' wins Sioux Falls SculptureWalk's 2026 People's Choice award (dakotanewsnow.com) — Downtown Sioux Falls voters have chosen "Muse" by Cameron Stalheim as the 2026 SculptureWalk People's Choice winner, earning the artist a $3,000 prize. The annual public vote highlights how strongly residents connect with local public art, with "Moon Woman" and a sculpture honoring Medal of Honor recipient Michael J. Fitzmaurice taking second and third place.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hi everyone!
    I just want to tell you to be careful when going to stores; always carry hand sanitizer or wipes with you. I went to Costco on Friday, and I didn't… (Nextdoor E 41st St)
  • Hi neighbors!
    I'm looking for a good, affordable dog groomer for my little Shih Tzu, Minnie. She needs a full grooming and I'm trying to find someone reasonably… (Nextdoor 49th St)
  • Boot Barn posted a job opening for Inventory Control Associate (Seasonal) in Sioux Falls. Apply here.
  • Sioux Falls Ford posted a job opening for Parts Shipping & Receiving in Sioux Falls. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Sioux Falls here.

Ok Sioux Falls! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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