Health Why people struggle to find mental health support in Sioux Falls A lack of providers, transportation challenges and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are some of the barriers people in Sioux Falls face to finding adequate mental health care, according to a study released Tuesday by the Augustana Research Institute.
Community Take some art, leave some art at this little free lending library The Breaks Coffee Roasting Co. downtown has turned its "Occupied Gallery" into a little free art library. Here's how it works.
Community How the Washington Pavilion is celebrating 25 years of Broadway shows The Washington Pavilion is bringing two week-long shows as part of its 25th Broadway Performance Series.
Community Even if businesses start paying part of childcare costs, it won't be enough Even if Sioux Falls businesses start helping cover the costs of childcare for employees, it likely won't be enough to bridge the gap between what parents can afford and what it takes to pay childcare providers a competitive wage.
Community How Sioux Falls is recognizing Rare Disease Month It's harder to garner support for rare diseases in rural states according to Kendra Gottsleben, who founded Rare by Design
Community What a bigger space will mean for this literacy nonprofit Reach Literacy is expanding both physically and in its programming.
Community What to watch in the Sioux Falls community in 2023 Sioux Falls is home to dozens (scores? hundreds?) of nonprofits and community groups. Here's a look at some of the big items the community will be tackling in 2023.
Community How shelters are faring during severe winter weather Local shelters are keeping up with demand – even while dealing with their own weather-related challenges.
Community Butterfly House celebrates 20-year anniversary. What's next? The Butterfly House and Aquarium is recognizing its 20th anniversary this week with lots of fun family events. What's in store for the future?
Community How winter weather is hitting local shops this holiday season Local retailers rely on holiday shopping, but winter weather is keeping folks from venturing out and shopping.
Community Meet the nonprofit giving thousands of kids access to toys The Toy Lending Library's presence in Sioux Falls has grown significantly in the last year, and looking to the future, the goal is to keep growing statewide.
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.
Community Looking for some winter fun? We've got you covered. Winter in Sioux Falls means cold and snow, but there's still plenty of seasonal activities in the city.
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.
Community How to find the right cause for your end-of-year giving Here's what to know about getting connected with local charities.
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.
Community Why you should shop small this holiday season This weekend is Small Business Saturday, a day to support local businesses and keep your holiday shopping close to home.
Community This local artist made a coloring book version of Sioux Falls She's created 15 drawings to give people a chance to channel their inner artist and celebrate various landmarks and local businesses around Sioux Falls.
Community See the latest renderings of Sioux Falls' new skate park Here's an updated look at the design of a planned new $2 million skate park from the Sioux Falls Skatepark Association.
Community How the mission turned a truckload of unusable clothes into $10,000 In its first load, the mission saved 45,000 pounds of clothes from going to the dump.
Community More than a merger: How Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium plans to expand in the next decade The big future vision doesn't stop once the zoo and butterfly house are combined as the Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium. Here's a look at the plan for the next decade.
Community This new nonprofit wants to make it easier to find 'green' businesses Building Sustainable Connections is a new nonprofit that's working to help businesses make more sustainable decisions.
Community The Native American Day parade is back: What to know South Dakota Urban Indian Health is hosting its annual parade on Monday to celebrate Native American Day.
Community How Sioux Falls is working toward childcare crisis solutions in the next six months There are now two people focused full-time at finding solutions to help keep childcare affordable, accessible and sustainable.
Community How a zoo, butterfly house merger will make one bigger, better destination The Great Plains Zoo and the Butterfly House & Aquarium are teaming up under one board. It'll bring the butterfly house and a much larger aquarium to the zoo campus. Here's what you need to know.
