Deere & Co. announced it is scaling back some diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives after weeks of criticism from a conservative activist and social media backlash.
The Skylon Ballroom, a Hartington institution for more than 70 years that has been threatened with demolition this year, may get a reprieve. The ballroom has played host to countless weddings, fundraisers, community dances, birthday parties and other events.
Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy smoke, and the overhead sprinklers had activated. A battery-operated machine had caught fire when its batteries shorted out. The fire was quickly extinguished.
"Fly Me to the Moon" takes too long to launch. Attempting to show how the U.S. government may have hedged its bets before landing a man on the moon, the comedy also tackles monetizing the space program and a most unlikely romance. Had this been made in the early ‘70s, Doris Day and Rock Huds…
Some of the world's top young pool players are competing Thursday through Sunday at the Sioux City Convention Center. The Valley National 8-Ball League Association Junior Championship will feature single-player action on Thursday and Friday and team action will take center-stage on Saturday …
Upcoming church events happening around Siouxland: Godspell, Food Co-Op Booth, LSI Donation Request, GriefShare, Food Pantry and more.
Even on a night when he couldn't pitch, the Bishop Heelan High School baseball team's ace found a way to deliver in the team's biggest moment with a ticket to the state tournament on the line.
Gold medal winners aren’t the only celebrities expected at this year’s Olympic Games. Snoop Dogg, Kevin Hart, Kenan Thompson, Kelly Clarkson, Leslie Jones, Peyton Manning and Jimmy Fallon will be part of the contingent NBC puts in the venues.
East and North were in action in Class 4A substate finals on Wednesday night, here is a recap of the action as both played with a state tournament berth on the line.
Prepare your ruby slippers for a performance filled with heart, courage and brain as the New Stage Players bring the classic musical the Wizard of Oz to life. The production company has been preparing to bring Oz to South Sioux City since May.
An alto saxophone solo by Bradyn Anderson will be one of the highlights at the Sioux City Municipal Band's final concert of the summer season, taking place at 7:30 p.m. Sunday in Grandview Park's Bandshell.
John Larroquette gets a nostalgic twinge every now and then when he’s on the set of the new "Night Court." An exact reproduction of the original (even the cafeteria chairs are the same), it conjures moments when he, Harry Anderson, Markie Post and others created the original magic.
YODER: "If you are a believer in the one true God, please join me in praying for our country daily. Let’s pray for our leaders that God will protect them and give them wisdom to make good decisions. Let’s pray that hate-filled division will go away."
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been together for 15 years and share a 14-year-old son. We no longer have a physical relationship. I'm trying to decide if it's worth getting a divorce.
Loved ones, residents, former tribal officials and ex-law enforcement officers repeatedly allege that Rosebud tribal police use force unlawfully, selectively enforce the law, harass residents and violate their civil rights.
Wednesday evening, the River-Cade Parade made its way down 5th Street and ended with the Dairy Queen Ice Cream Social and the Smile Contest Finals.
Christina Bohannan again outraised incumbent Mariannette Miller-Meeks in their bids for Congress this past reporting period.
Movie critic Bruce Miller says "Maxxxine" doesn’t accomplish much or really scare. It’s a visual treat but a scary movie dud. It’s merely an attempt for a director to walk in other’s shoes, not blaze new trails.
Prosecutors are asking a judge to admit evidence they say shows a Sioux City man confessed to fatally stabbing his ex-girlfriend in her Dakota Dunes apartment.
With water levels continuing to inch lower, a rule limiting boating speeds on the Iowa Great Lakes is likely to be lifted as early as this weekend, according to authorities.
Secret Service and FBI leaders will hold a briefing with Congress on the assassination attempt on Wednesday.
An open house and community presentation for United Flight 232 is taking place Friday at Sioux City's Mid American Museum of Aviation and Transportation.
Two men were taken into custody near Sergeant Bluff after a high-speed chase early Wednesday on Interstate 29. The Woodbury County Sheriff's Office said deputies attempted to perform a traffic stop on a vehicle at 8:10 a.m. on Iowa Highway 141 near Sloan. The vehicle slowed, but did not stop…
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is opening a disaster recovery center to serve those affected by flooding in the Cherokee area. FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration representatives will provide information on available services, explain assistance programs and help residents c…
The Sioux County Youth Fair has returned, but in a whole new location. The location change was emotional for some who had spent generations at the old fairgrounds, which had been used for the fair since 1973.
The River-Cade Queen and Princesses of the River are getting ready to pass down their crowns to a new generation of royalty. As the new royalty candidates are preparing to take on the challenge, the reigning women insist they shouldn't be worried.
DEAR ABBY: I met this guy at work. He was everything I'm looking for in a guy. During a lunch walk, he told me about his breakup with his ex and how he moved out and bought a house. He lives with his son and his nephews and their family.
Beat the Heat is a $10 scratch game that features six top prizes of $100,000, 26 prizes of $10,000 and overall odds of 1 in 3.16.
In The Weekender's latest "Sux 6: Downtown Live in Sioux City continues with a performance of Chicago Blues from Studebaker John Grimaldi; Scene of the Crash classic auto show revs up at South Sioux City's Dakota-Thurston County Fairgrounds; and more.
The Remsen St. Mary's baseball team claimed a spot at the Class 1A state tournament as the Hawks head back to state to defend their 2023 state title.
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The DNR was notified Wednesday of dead fish discovered in Mud Creek in O'Brien County south of Paullina.
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Gov. Jim Pillen unveiled his property tax reform plan at the state capitol on Thursday, July 18, 2024, in Lincoln.
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The popular Nebraska football statue featuring Brook Berringer and Tom Osborne has a new home at Memorial Stadium.
The Bishop Heelan baseball team clinched a spot at the state tournament with a win over Sergeant Bluff-Luton on Wednesday at Sioux City West High School.
Who's the top Nebraska quarterback in the Big Ten era? It comes down to three guys who had their moments — and occasional struggles, writes Sam McKewon.
Gabe Swansen and Drew Christo finally found resolution, and it means they've decided between staying at Nebraska or heading to the minor leagues.
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