Elections What City Council candidates have to say about growth Sioux Falls' population has exceeded 213,000 (which, by the way, is almost the same size as Des Moines, Iowa). Here's what candidates are watching as that growth continues.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: March 15, 2024 Get ready for some election content (and also some cool news on affordable housing and a cool person you should know.)
City How the city is looking to fill housing gaps City Council in the coming months will be asked to approve two different projects aimed at bringing more affordable housing options for those most at-risk of homelessness.
Elections Meet the people who want to represent you on the Sioux Falls School Board Five candidates are vying for two open seats on the Sioux Falls School Board.
Simplified Presents Meet the local designer helping businesses be more efficient and profitable Kristi Wire founded Wire Design Company with a goal to use her skills as a designer to help businesses be more strategic with their branding. As she recognizes five years in business this month, Wire shared some of her big wins – and big goals to come.
Elections Meet the people who want to represent you on the Sioux Falls City Council Four of the eight Sioux Falls City Council seats will have new faces after the April 9 election. Here's an easy look at who's running to represent you.
Events Stuff to do: St. Patrick's Day edition Here's a look at St. Patrick's Day festivities in Sioux Falls this week.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: March 13, 2023 Mixing things up a bit today, but don't worry, there's still much news to come this week.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: March 8, 2024 This weekend, I've got a look at new stuff happening at REACH Literacy, how City Council candidates are spending money, growth in the region, nonprofit branding and some Super Simplified Stories to top it all off.
Community It's a big year for REACH Literacy. Here's why. REACH Literacy, a nonprofit focused on improving literacy for both adults and children, has a new leader, new classroom space, a fundraiser event this month and some big plans for 2024.
Elections Here's how City Council candidates are spending their campaign funds The total money raised by the eight candidates vying for four open seats has surpassed $60,000.
Simplified Presents How a highly visible brand is helping the Boys & Girls Clubs With the help of Panther Premier Print Solutions, the Boys & Girls Club of the Sioux Empire found an easy way to get their logo and brand designs printed on anything they need.
Simplified Presents What did growth look like in the metro area last year? Outside of the City of Sioux Falls, communities in the region issued permits for a combined more than $320 million in projects.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: March 6, 2024 So many wonderful helpers in this issue, from housing to parenting to pets.
Community Why fifth graders collected more than 33,000 diapers The goal? 5,000 diapers donated to the Teddy Bear Den. The actual result? More than 33,000 diapers.
City How street outreach has helped dozens find help The team at South Dakota Urban Indian Health has done nearly 1,300 hours of direct outreach in the city since August.
Simplified Presents This free event will offer a new perspective on the rule of law During a consequential election year, the Augustana University Center for Western Studies (CWS) is looking to ignite a conversation about the rule of law and the future of our democracy.
Events Stuff to do: March 6-12 From a big band dance to a big basketball tournament, here's a look at what's going on in Sioux Falls this week.
Simplified Presents The Humane Society has a lot to celebrate this year, and you can be a part of it The Sioux Falls Area Humane Society is recognizing record adoptions in 2023 and garnering support for the rest of 2024 during its annual Paws to Celebrate event next month.
Education Meet the 2024 Sioux Falls Teacher of the Year Susan Thies, a fifth grade teacher at Garfield Elementary School, chatted with Sioux Falls Simplified about what that recognition means to her, her philosophy on teaching and what's changed over her 24 years with the district.
Simplified Presents Meet the business making heirloom-quality gear for all your adventures Dakota Adventure Supply is crafting heirloom-quality gear made in South Dakota with a focus bringing people together.
Simplified Presents Why a doula should be part of your postpartum support system Many parents struggle through the postpartum period not knowing exactly what they need but knowing they need help. That's where a postpartum doula comes in.
Get Smart Get smart about Founders Day with Sara Lum Sara Lum is the vice president of Startup Sioux Falls. She sat down with Sioux Falls Simplified to talk about Founders Day on March 6 and the inaugural "State of the Startups" event.
