Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: April 10, 2026 This week, in preparation for the release of our comprehensive election coverage next week, I wanted to share a little teaser with you all. Plus, catch a ton of Super Simplified stories to take you into the weekend.
2026 City Election We asked each mayoral and council candidate their favorite restaurant because ... why not? Sioux Falls Simplified sat down with nearly all of the candidates to talk through a lot of very important policy issues – and one kinda silly one.
Super Simplified Simplified: Champions, restaurants and money for libraries Your Tl;DR headlines for the week.
Simplified Presents Give your inner child a night out with Museum After Dark The Children's Museum of South Dakota is going child-free for one night only with a unique event to give the grown ups a chance to play and explore. Here's what you need to know about the Friday, April 17 Museum After Dark event.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: April 8, 2026 This week, the city is in the very early stages of reviewing public parking fees – you'll learn about the broader effort behind that. Plus, the Smithsonian is teaming up with Levitt at the Falls. And don't miss a whole bunch of Super Simplified stories and events this week.
City Why the city is looking at downtown public parking fees The City Council is looking to do a full review of all fees the city charges, from pool passes to utilities to business licenses, as part of a new effort to more consistently review and raise fees. One of the first items on the docket? Downtown public parking.
Community Levitt, Smithsonian partner to celebrate Native American culture The fourth annual "All My Relatives" Mitákuye Oyás’iŋ Festival was selected to participate in The Smithsonian "Festival of Festivals" as part of the institution's celebration of American culture and recognizing the country's 250th anniversary.
Super Simplified Simplified: Mash, memorials and mapping future schools Your TL;DR headlines for the week.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: April 3, 2026 This week, you'll find the latest on how schools are approaching $2 million in budget cuts, as well as an update on all of the public art happening in Sioux Falls. Plus, catch some Super Simplified headlines to carry you through the long weekend.
Education How schools are hoping to pay teachers more despite budget cuts The Sioux Falls School Board this week looked at options to pay teachers more and maintain smaller class sizes all while grappling with proposed $2 million budget cuts. Here's how it's shaking out so far.
Community What's the latest on public art in Sioux Falls? The city's 10-year arts and culture plan is nearing completion, and in the meantime, there are a number of opportunities coming up for both artists and the broader community to participate in events, calls for art submissions or to simply enjoy the art that's already out there.
Super Simplified Simplified: Earth month, eggs and home improvements Your TL;DR headlines for the weekend
Newsletter Your week, simplified: April 1, 2026 This week, we're light on public meetings (as in, there were none), but there's still quite a few "super simplified" stories to keep you informed this week. Plus, don't miss a round-up of fun events – including a whole bunch of Easter egg hunts.
Health Millennials, it's time to think about cancer screening Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month may have just ended, but as Millennials age (who me?), it's important to note medical recommendations for a number of different types of cancer. Here's what you need to know.
Simplified Presents This camp helps middle schoolers explore STEM careers A free, one-day summer camp will help middle schoolers explore STEM careers in a variety of fields with hands-on experience.
Super Simplified Simplified: School board, showtime and the hunt is on Your TL;DR headlines for the week.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: March 27, 2026 You'll find a look at how the city is looking to crackdown on the hoarding of free bus passes with new rules. You'll also see how the Sioux Falls School District is bracing for changes to federal dietary guidelines.
City City eyes changes to 'Pass-It-On' free bus pass program The goal of the changes is to crack down on people hoarding bus passes or using them as currency.
Education What changing nutrition standards could cost schools A dramatic shift in federal dietary guidelines would add "significant" costs to the Sioux Falls School District's child nutrition department, Nutrition Coordinator Gay Anderson told school board members this week.
Simplified Presents These groups are championing regional economic growth Sioux Metro Growth Alliance this month recognized individuals, organizations and communities who are facilitating economic development in the region.
Super Simplified Simplified: Firefighters, food and family caregivers Your TL;DR headlines for the week
Newsletter Your week, simplified: March 25, 2026 This week, we've finally got a full picture of who's running for city offices (including a couple last-minute additions that surprised even me!) You'll also get a peek at this year's SculptureWalk pieces and the TL;DR on Mayor Paul TenHaken's final State of the City address.
