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Good morning Sioux Falls! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why activists want Sioux Falls to pause the Gemini data center
  • When will Arrowhead Parkway finally reopen to Sioux Falls drivers?
  • What CJ Schwan's new Sioux Falls plant means for 650 local jobs

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

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Warm with periods of sun, with a high of 78 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Saturday: Stiff winds, temps: high: 85, low: 63.
  • Sunday: Very warm; breezy in the a.m., with a high of 81 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Citizen coalition calls on Sioux Falls to enact temporary data center moratorium before final permitting of Gemini Project (tsln.com) — A coalition of local groups is urging Sioux Falls leaders to pause building permits for large data centers, including the proposed Gemini project, until stronger protections are in place. They argue a temporary moratorium would ensure future ordinances actually apply to Gemini and invite residents to sign a letter pressing the mayor and City Council for action.
   

2. Arrowhead Parkway project to be completed next month (keloland.com) — Drivers on Sioux Falls' east side can expect Arrowhead Parkway to fully reopen to Veterans Parkway by November 20, easing a major traffic bottleneck. The $39 million project will create the state's largest intersection, add multiple turn lanes, and include three lighted pedestrian underpasses, improving safety and access for nearby neighborhoods that have endured two summers of detours and cut-through traffic.
   

3. A surprise delivery from CJ Schwan's (keloland.com) — Construction of CJ Schwan's new food production plant in Sioux Falls is on track to start operations late next year, and the company has already begun hiring. To introduce themselves, staff are delivering free snacks to places like Fire Station 11 while promoting the 600-plus jobs coming to Foundation Park, where Bibigo dumplings and egg rolls will be made.
   

4. Huset's Speedway, National Guard bring smiles to Sanford Children's Hospital patients (dakotanewsnow.com) — Young patients at Sanford Children's Hospital in Sioux Falls enjoyed a special visit from Huset's Speedway drivers and the South Dakota Army National Guard. Kids could sit in a race car and mini F-16 and tour the new Sanford AirMed helicopter, giving them a fun distraction during challenging medical appointments.
   

5. SDSU QB Chase Mason holds autograph signing (keloland.com) — Jackrabbit fans in Sioux Falls got to meet SDSU quarterback Chase Mason during an autograph session hosted with UNRL and Scheels. Mason said he used the team's bye week to give back to kids in the Sioux Falls and Brookings area, and noted his injury status is improving ahead of next weekend's big game.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I have a cat and her baby kittens living in my shed.
    I just noticed the babies last night. I've been feeding the mother cat for months. They are so adorable! What's do I do?? (Nextdoor John F Kennedy)
  • Very unique items inside with local furniture makers.
    Sue is always pleasant to deal with. I love their unique furniture that you know does not come off an assembly line. (Nextdoor Kingswood)
  • Sam's Club posted a job opening for Freezer, Cooler and Deli Stocker Associate in Sioux Falls. Apply here.
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time 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: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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