Larry Wentz

2 weeks ago | ktiv.com | Larry Wentz

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - On Saturday, April 12, a Siouxland museum will begin displaying a rare artifact that dates back to the Lewis and Clark Expedition. It’s a peace medal that came through Sioux City in the summer of 1804. The medal was issued during the presidency of Thomas Jefferson and given to Native American leaders along the way as a symbol of peace and friendship.

4 weeks ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Larry Wentz

Share SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - It was June of 1856 when the first riverboat, The Omaha, arrived in Sioux City. Not only did it bring the first teacher to town, but it also opened the door to an era of westward expansion. The most respected person piloting riverboats on the Missouri was Grant Marsh. He took part in the longest riverboat race in history and also rescued the survivors of Custer’s last stand.

Nov 20, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Larry Wentz

Share NEAR VERMILLION, S.D. (KTIV) - It’s been more than 217 years since the Lewis and Clark expedition charted a course through Siouxland on the Missouri River. On Aug. 20, 1804, they buried Sergeant Charles Floyd on the banks of the Missouri River in what’s now Sioux City.

Mar 15, 2023 | siouxlandnews.com | Larry Wentz

Sep 18, 2022 | siouxlandnews.com | Larry Wentz