Mike sits down with Eva Gaydon, the new director of the South Sioux City Public Library, for this week's edition. Click here for this week's Dakota County Star Podcast.
South Sioux City Police and the Dakota County Sheriff's Office took a man into custody Thursday evening after a chase that ended near the Stepping Stone Apartments on Willow Street in South Sioux …
With the first stages of construction of a neighboring casino serving as a backdrop, the first of five days of racing at Atokad Downs in South Sioux City took place under breezy, overcast skies …
The first full weekend of high school sports starts this week, and Mike sits down with Joel Janecek, sports director at KTIC-FM in West Point, to talk about what's going on in the area and share …
Almost six years after voters in Nebraska approved casino gambling, the first dirt was formally turned Thursday morning on the last of the six sites. A big turnout was on hand for the formal …
South Sioux City firefighters responded to a shed fire Friday night in the 700 block of Eighth Street. When they responded at around 9:49 p.m., a car port was on fire with multiple vehicles …
Fall sports season starts this week, and Mike sits down with SSC Athletic Director Jeff Squier to talk about what's new in Cardinal Nation this 2026-27 school year. Click here for this week's …
This week, Mike offers some thoughts on state politics, the WNBA and the amazing new drummer keeping the beat for classic Candian rock band Rush. Plus, a rundown of what's in this week's Dakota …
The Global War on Terror (GWOT) continues into its fifth decade, and local veterans want to make sure the sacrifice made by those who have fought and served in our armed forces are recognized for …
Sixty-five years ago yesterday (Wednesday), Virginia and Gordon Piper received a lemon tree as a wedding gift. That tree, and their marriage, have been producing ever since. The Pipers’ dwarf …
The start of the 2026-27 school year is upon us, and this week Mike sits down with Tom McGuire, student services coordinator at South Sioux City Community Schools, to talk about school attendance and …
A new chapter in the history of Siouxland Freedom Park was unveiled Wednesday afternoon during the City of South Sioux City’s Finance Committee meeting. Honoring those who have served during …
Rack ‘em up, kids. Imagine walking into a room full of pool tables and the unceasing sound of balls cracking and the dull mumur of voices. Kids’ voices, some of whom are shorter than …
The 2026 Dakota-Thurston County Fair crowned its Prince and Princess during the annual show Wednesday at the Expo Center. Crowned as Prince was Brecken DeRoin, and Tana Homsen was selected as …
This week's podcast comes a little early, as the Dakota-Thurston County Fair gets into full swing Wednesday. Mike sits down with Katie Copple, spokesperson for the fair, to talk about what's going …
Summer is almost over, which means school is getting ready for another year. This week, Mike sits down with South Sioux City Community Schools Superintendent Dr. Rony Ortega to talk about what's been …
Leadership with the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce is on a month-long road tour across the state, and the tour included a stop here in South Sioux City earlier this week. About 30 local business …
What better way to stay warm this winter and honor America on its 250th birthday. South Sioux City Chamberettes vice president Mary Wiltgen has designed and sewn a quilt that utilizes the front …
The South Sioux City Little League Majors are battling for a state title this weekend in Kearney, and Mike chats with team manager Steve Selk about the team. Click here for this week's Dakota …
Five months. Ten thousand miles. Fifty States. The numbers are amazing when you’re on the run promoting world peace. An international group of runners stopped in South Sioux …