Community How neighbors are teaming up to fight hunger A two-day forum this week brought food producers, restauranteurs and nonprofits together to find some fast, tangible solutions to food insecurity in Sioux Falls.
Events Stuff to do: July 28-Aug. 3 From live music to loud planes, here's a look at events coming up this week.
Simplified Presents Why this artist moved from California to Lennox Two years ago, photographer Alycia Bromar left her southern California home to move to Lennox, where she's found a new community and outlets for her art.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: July 26, 2023 Happy Wednesday! Megan here. Thank you to everyone who came out to the Falls Art Market this weekend! We had a great time, and I hope those of you who are new to this email feel welcome (and maybe even a little smarter after
City How the city is looking to get more involved with the arts Mayor Paul TenHaken's administration is looking to get the city more involved in the arts through a new arts commission focused on public art, securing grants for artists and promoting economic impact through the arts.
Simplified Presents You might be eligible for free internet Midco has helped more than 10,000 people get free or discounted internet service through a federal program aimed at lessening the digital divide.
City Property taxes, simplified It’s budget season for the City of Sioux Falls. Here's a look at how your property taxes play a role in the city budget and what a potential increase might mean for you.
Community This Sioux Falls nonprofit is helping people breathe worldwide Ashley Ballou-Bonnema founded nonprofit Breathe Bravely to share the healing powers of singing with cystic fibrosis patients worldwide
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: July 21, 2023 Get a simplified breakdown of Mayor Paul TenHaken's proposed budget. Plus, catch our weekly roundup of local events and more!
City Here's how the mayor wants to spend city money next year Mayor Paul TenHaken on Thursday released a $790 million 2024 budget for the City of Sioux Falls.
Simplified Presents Get to know a new development in downtown Hartford A new mixed-use development is coming to downtown Hartford. Here's a look at what's to come, including a new community gathering space.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: July 19, 2023 More on the childcare crisis, rising costs in the county and fewer teachers to recruit.
Community Most daycares could take more kids if they could hire staff Childcare centers in Sioux Falls struggle to hire, retain and pay workers.
Simplified Presents This conference will inspire women to chase their dreams Woman to Woman aims to bring women in business together to get inspired to take their work to the next level.
County Why public safety costs are rising in Minnehaha County Public safety costs in Minnehaha County have increased 47% in the last five years, according to budget data shared this week with the county commission.
Education How Sioux Falls schools are filling open teacher positions The Sioux Falls School District had fewer teachers to hire for the 2023-24 school year, but even so finding special education teachers is proving to be a challenge.
Simplified Presents You probably didn't know this about the Butterfly House Here's a look at some hidden gems and fun facts to make your next visit even more impressive.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: July 14, 2023 Get smart about coffee, meet a very sweet 7-year-old, find local events and then slam your laptop shut 'til Monday.
Get Smart Get smart about about your morning brew with Daylily Coffee Ariana Vandersnick and Andrew Fritz are a coffee power couple. We chatted with them about all things coffee roasting ahead of the opening of their new brick-and-mortar location set to open later this summer.
Simplified Presents The Sioux Falls Development Foundation is recruiting workers to town The Sioux Falls Development Foundation is continuing its increased focus on expanding the city's workforce. A targeted marketing campaign is one way they are making it happen.
Community This 7-year-old raised hundreds for the humane society After seeing a lemonade stand in her neighborhood, 7-year-old Zoe Bieber wanted to run one of her own.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: July 12, 2023 This week, we simplify a growing downtown, a growing theater scene and a growing frustration from one City Council member.
City What's the vision for downtown a decade from now? The City of Sioux Falls' Downtown 2035 plan would bring expanded boundaries, year-round activity, better walkability and clear "brand identity" to the city's core.
