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War Eagle

August 29, 2019November 11, 2022Attractions, History of Sioux City, Sioux City

So there’s an urban legend here in Sioux City that explains the reason why we have no real emergencies, and hardly any severe weather; we are protected by Chief War Eagle. findagrave.com Waŋbdí Okíčhize was

Peirce Mansion

August 28, 2019November 11, 2022Attractions, History of Sioux City, Sioux City

This was one of the first landmarks I remember seeing upon moving to Sioux City in 2007. My first apartment was on Jackson Street four blocks down from the Peirce Mansion, and every Spring and

Sergeant Floyd Monument

August 20, 2019November 11, 2022Attractions, Sioux City

Did you know the Floyd Monument is the first designated National Historic Landmark of the United States? Whoa! Being on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, it’s also a great place to bring a

Greek Fest

July 28, 2019November 11, 2022Events, Sioux City

Here in Sioux City, this is one of the most anticipated events all year! Everyone knows about Greek Fest, and everyone raves about the food and bake sale. If you’ve never had Greek food, you

Thorpe and Company

May 22, 2019November 11, 2022Local Businesses, Sioux City

The oldest jeweler in town has been in business for 119 years! Founded in 1900, and maintaining its iconic downtown location, Thorpe’s is a family-owned, fifth-generation local Siouxland business. The downtown clock thorpejewelers.com Its recognizable

Book People

May 2, 2019November 11, 2022Local Businesses, Sioux City

Did you know there is an independent book store in Sioux City? And that it’s been in business since 1977? That’s over 40 years! I have known where Book People was located since moving to

Pierce Street Coffee Works

April 25, 2019September 21, 2023Local Businesses, Sioux City

The first time I brought my mom here to eat, she instantly fell in love with the small, quaint, hometown feel of this neighborhood coffee shop. In fact, now it has become her favorite place

LaunchPAD

April 9, 2019November 11, 2022Attractions, Sioux City

If you noticed my last post about Thinker Toys, I decided to follow through with the kid-friendly theme, and write about our LaunchPAD Children’s Museum we have here in Sioux City. I remembered when it

Thinker Toys

April 9, 2019November 11, 2022Local Businesses, Sioux City

Did you know there’s a castle in Sioux City? Did you know there’s also a toy store inside said castle? Even better, would you believe me if I told you there’s a bar right next

Mary Treglia

February 28, 2019November 11, 2022Sioux City, Topics

Founded in 1921 the Mary Treglia Community House has been essential and valuable resource for immigrants and refugees arriving in Siouxland. Who was she? Mary Treglia was born and raised in Sioux city, but her