Education What's in Sioux Falls schools' $300 million budget Sioux Falls school board members on Monday gave final approval to a more than $300 million budget for the coming fiscal year.
Simplified Presents What to know about the new black bear exhibit at the zoo Here's a look at the new exhibit's features, as well as how you can help more animals see upgraded habitats in the future.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: July 6, 2022 This week, we simplify the housing market, challenges nonprofits are facing with inflation and Mayor TenHaken's $931 million spending plan.
Events Stuff to do this week: July 6-12 Sioux Falls has a brand new festival coming to town this weekend. Plus, catch some local theater and some ways to spend time outside -- check it out!
City How TenHaken's wants to spend $931 million in the next five years Mayor Paul TenHaken has announced his biggest capital budget to date with plans to spend $931 million over the next five years. Here's a look at what's included.
Simplified Presents How to find wellness virtually in a new 'online sanctuary' Selah Space's new online sanctuary gives people a space to find connection and healing virtually and at an accessible price point.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: June 29, 2022 This week we simplify S.D.'s new(ish) abortion law, Fourth of July festivities and how English learners are faring in Sioux Falls.
SoDak Simplified What we know – and don't know – about S.D.'s newly activated abortion law Abortion is now illegal across the state of South Dakota, but questions remain as to how the law will be implemented, as well as how exceptions to the abortion ban will be determined.
Simplified Presents Why you can't recycle plastic bags – and what to do instead You can't throw plastic bags in your recycling bin. Here's what to do instead.
Simplified Presents How Baltic's new mayor is planning for growth Baltic's new mayor has a sales background, a passion for public service and an eye toward growth in the future. Meet Deborah McIsaac.
Education Most English learner students are gaining proficiency - but 3 in 10 saw no growth this spring Sioux Falls has more than 2,600 students in its K-12 EL program.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: June 22, 2022 This week, we simplify local food, youth centers and how animals are staying cool at the zoo.
Community This group wants to help Sioux Falls produce more food locally A new community group is looking to increase urban agriculture in Sioux Falls.
Simplified Presents How zoo animals - and guests - are beating the heat for Zippity Zoo Day With triple-digit temperatures this week, the staff at the zoo is working hard to make sure animals are comfortable.
Simplified Presents His passion for serving customers led him to Silverstar. Meet Kobe. At age 14, Kobe Veland discovered his love of customer service in his first-ever job as a cashier for a concession stand. Now, he feels that passion every day in his role as a cashier at Silverstar Car Wash.
Community What to know about S.D.'s $636 million childcare crisis The childcare industry in South Dakota is facing an increasing gap between what parents can afford to pay and the actual costs to care for children.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: June 15, 2022 This week, we simplify the future of pools, the fate of the One Sioux Falls fund and the deluge of events this week.
City What happened to the One Sioux Falls fund? The vast majority of money in the One Sioux Falls fund – created in response to needs that arose in the early days of the pandemic – has been spent. Here's a look at where the money went.
Simplified Presents Get in touch with your energy and sexuality with these classes Selah Space has two new class offerings – one focused on couples and another focused on women. Learn more here.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: June 8, 2022 This week, we simplify housing grants, election results and why it's been such a stormy spring.
County How the county got a highly competitive grant to help with unique housing needs Minnehaha County was one of four communities nationwide selected to participate in a unique housing effort to help people who've been impacted by the justice system.
Simplified Presents Meet Sioux Metro's new economic development specialist The team at the Sioux Metro Growth Alliance is growing once again. Meet Lisa Zens, the newest member, whose focus will be on helping manage and attract growth in the communities of Harrisburg and Worthing.
Events Stuff to do: June 1-7 Summer is in full swing! From block parties to pools opening to the first Levitt concerts, here's a look at what's happening this week.
Elections What to know ahead of Tuesday's Primary Election Voters will decide on a number of statewide races – including a constitutional amendment – during the June 7 primary. Here's a quick look at what you need to know and how to find what's on your ballot.
