This week, we've officially entered election season for the 2026 municipal election, and Sioux Falls Simplified will be your one-stop shop for everything you need to know about candidates, campaign finance (big money already flowing into this race) the process, etc.

This week, it's super duper arts-y. You'll learn the latest on how the city's arts and culture master plan is progressing, and then you'll hear from our friends at The Premiere Playhouse about artist development.

This week, you'll see how Lincoln County is looking at avoiding some of Sioux Falls' data center drama. And speaking of data center drama, you'll find the latest on the petition drive. Plus, you'll also get the latest on the council's efforts to make public meetings more accessible.

This week, you'll find some real, tangible ways to shape Sioux Falls future, and it warms my civic-engagement-lovin' heart. Plus, I've got the tiny recap-i-est legislative recap in the state and a whole bunch of events this week.

This week, you'll learn more about the complex challenges facing families in Sioux Falls. You'll also learn some ways you can help make a difference by thinking in terms of the broader systems we all live within. Plus, catch a few Super Simplified Stories to take you through the weekend.