Your weekend, simplified: April 14, 2023 Happy Friday! Megan here. First things first: This issue is sponsored by Big 'N Time Strength Enhancement. * Big 'N Time provides individualized training to make you stronger. Past clients include powerlifters, athletes and people looking to get into better shape. Learn more
Community How a three-way partnership will bring big changes to the Pavilion’s science center Marketbeat and Dakota State University are teaming up with the Washington Pavilion to renovate the entire first floor of the Kirby Science Discovery Center.
Sustainability How to get inspired to 'go green' over drinks A local nonprofit is reinvigorating a local chapter of Green Drinks, an international organization focused on bringing people together in a casual setting to talk about wins and goals regarding sustainability and the environment.
Get Smart Get smart about local craft beer with Stacey and Dan Berry Stacey and Dan Berry own Covert Artisan Ales in Sioux Falls. Last week, they were named "Mash Madness" champions for their Pineapple Hwhip sour.
Events Stuff to do: April 14 - 20 As temperatures continue increasing, there's more to do around the city. Whether you're looking for a family event or a day out of the house, here's some ideas for your week.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: April 12, 2023 Catch up on lots of school news and lots of Super Simplified Stories.
Education Lincoln High band to march in Macy's Thanksgiving parade The Lincoln High School Marching Band will perform in the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.
Education What's in Sioux Falls schools' $326 million budget? Before you see "budget" and skip over the rest of the story, it's important to remember that all of the money we're talking about here is tax dollars.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: April 7, 2023 Catch up on the latest news and events, and get a first look at Sioux Falls newest art gallery.
Community Meet the newest addition to Sioux Falls' art scene Sioux Falls artists Melanie and Les Cotton are opening a hybrid art gallery and gift shop downtown. Their hope is to create a community and a space to highlight up-and-coming and mid-career artists from the region.
City Get an early look at SculptureWalk's 20th season The downtown SculptureWalk has grown to become the largest annual exhibit of public art in the world. Here's a look at what's coming in its 20th season.
Events Stuff to do: April 7 - 13 Looks like the Easter bunny will be busy in Sioux Falls this weekend!
Newsletter Your week, simplified: April 5, 2023 This week, we simplify parklets, pollinator-friendly lawns and why more Sioux Falls kids are getting home-schooled.
City Why we might start seeing more 'parklets' downtown City Councilors are considering an ordinance that would lay out rules for "parklets" downtown.
Sustainability This new partnership will bring more native grasses, flowers to Sioux Falls A new partnership between the city and the Minnehaha Conservation District will bring more native grasses and flowers to Sioux Falls lawns.
Education Why more Sioux Falls families are home schooling The number of home-schooled kids in Sioux Falls nearly tripled in the last decade.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: March 31, 2023 Get silly with comedian Zach Dresch and learn how you can help shape the future of Lincoln County.
County You can help shape the future of Lincoln County Lincoln County is looking to update its 20-year comprehensive plan, and decision-makers say community input is a critical part of the process.
Get Smart Get smart about comedy with Zach Dresch Zach Dresch is a Sioux Falls comedian, improviser, musician and more. Since he's a local expert on making people laugh, it only seemed fitting that we sat down with him ahead of April Fools Day to get smart about the local comedy scene.
Simplified Presents How new schools will give Tri-Valley room to grow The Tri-Valley School District has seen a nearly 20% increase in students in the last decade.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: March 29, 2023 The 2023 Simplified Welcome Guide is here! Plus, catch up on why folks are turning out by the dozen to save gymnastics in Sioux Falls schools.
Community The 2023 Simplified Welcome Guide is here The Simplified Welcome Guide was created in 2022 to be a one-stop shop for everything you'd need to know as a newcomer to Sioux Falls.
Education Parents are fighting to keep gymnastics program in Sioux Falls schools The school board is expected to approve next year's budget in the next couple weeks, and girls gymnastics is on the chopping block.
Simplified Presents These programs help attract, develop and retain Sioux Falls workers The Sioux Falls Development Foundation is doing more now than ever before to support a strong workforce as part of our city's growing economy.
