Simplified Presents Get smart about maximizing your tech this holiday season Lance Kaske has worked for Midco for nearly two decades. His expertise as operations training program manager means he's the go-to guy for explaining technology in a "simplified" way.
Simplified Presents Why a clean car is extra important in the winter There's really no more important time to ensure your vehicle is regularly cleaned than in the winter months. Here's why.
Events Stuff to do: Dec. 21-27 Hosting family this holiday season? Here's a roundup of events that has something for everyone.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: Dec. 16, 2022 Find some fun ideas for winter break, get caught up on local events and see what you might've been missing at the library.
Community What you may have missed if fines have been keeping you from the library If fees were keeping you away from the library in recent months or years, here are a few things you may have missed.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: Dec. 14, 2022 This week, we simplify after-school programs; diversity, equity and inclusion; and a whole bunch of super simplified city news.
Education Thousands of kids don't have after-school care. Here's how a new program will help. The Sioux Falls School District is teaming up with local nonprofits to reframe its current after-school programming to be more accessible and community-focused.
Simplified Presents How to make the most of your zoo membership in the winter The cold weather may tempt you to stay inside, but it's worth it to bundle up and see all the Great Plains Zoo has to offer in the winter months.
Community This nonprofit wants you to better understand diversity, equity and inclusion Pathways to Inclusive and Equitable Workplaces started in 2020 with a goal of educating businesses on why diversity, equity and inclusion are both important for the community and good for business.
Simplified Presents Your guide to local holiday shopping in the Sioux Metro Supporting local businesses during the holidays (and year-round) keeps more dollars in the community. It's also a fun way to give gifts that you won't find anywhere else.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: Dec. 9, 2022 See what councilors want state lawmakers to focus on and catch up on what you missed at the city's sustainability summit.
City Why the city is simplifying its wishlist for lawmakers The City of Sioux Falls wants to be crystal clear about what it wants lawmakers to focus on in the upcoming legislative session.
Sustainability What you may have missed at this week's sustainability summit More than 150 people gathered for the Big Sioux River & Sustainability Summit on Thursday in Sioux Falls.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: Dec. 7, 2022 This week, we simplify what Gov. Noem's budget means for Sioux Falls, why a vote on downtown taxes was delayed and how a proposed city board could give folks a one-stop shop to talk walkability, biking, and more.
SoDak Simplified What Gov. Kristi Noem's proposed budget means for Sioux Falls Gov. Kristi Noem on Tuesday told lawmakers how she'd like them to spend state tax money over the next 18. months.
City How business concerns delayed a vote on a downtown tax hike The City Council decided wait an extra couple weeks before voting on a proposal to increase what downtown businesses pay into a "Business Improvement District" assessment.
City This proposed city board will focus on biking, walking and 'human-powered' transit The City of Sioux Falls is looking to create a one-stop spot for the public to give input on all things walking, biking and other forms of "human-powered" transit.
Simplified Presents How Brandon is looking to help new businesses thrive The City of Brandon is teaming up with South Dakota State University to offer local business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs a "Small Business Basics" class.
Why your neighbors support Sioux Falls Simplified Happy Tuesday! Megan here. I’m writing to give you an update on our campaign! So far, seven readers have stepped up to support Sioux Falls Simplified. Thank you, thank you, thank you! We’ve asked our readers to tell us why they read
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: Dec. 2, 2022 Let's talk about giving. Plus, learn how the county is looking to add regulations for AirBnbs, and catch up on a ton of events happening this coming week.
County How a proposed county-level change could restrict local Airbnbs The Minnehaha Planning Commission is looking to propose a clearer definition – and tighter regulations – for AirBnbs and other short-term vacation rentals in the county.
Simplified Presents This six-month wellness program will help you stop hating your period Life is too short to spend time each month miserable.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: Nov. 30, 2022 This week, we simplify possible solutions to the childcare crisis, school budgets and where high schoolers go after they graduate.
Community Why Sioux Falls is looking to businesses for help solving the childcare crisis Leaders of a community initiative to find solutions say there's one group who will need to play a bigger role in finding solutions: local businesses.
