This week, we simplify a growing downtown, a growing theater scene and a growing frustration from one City Council member.

Happy Thursday! Megan here. Status check: I hope you all had a lovely Independence Day, and that those of you with young kids/scared pets are able to catch up on sleep in the very near future. Weather check: Perfection! We had July in

Get smart about helping unhoused folks, find some Fourth of July fun and get an update on some big plans for a Brandon park.

This week, even the "simplified" versions of the stories today aren't that simple. So, let's dig a little deeper, shall we?

Meet some impressive kids, find local events and learn about an effort to bridge the digital divide in Sioux Falls.

This week, we simplify possible solutions to the childcare crisis, a new public safety training center and the latest City Council news.

A cool theater company, a roundup of events and the saga of how a lost kayak found its way home.

Get ready for a LOT of city news, from an abrupt department head departure to proposed changes in how liquor licenses are awarded.

We simplify new parks, pollinators and so, so many events this weekend.

This week, we simplify carbon pipelines, city housing programs and trafficking survivor resources.

Get smart about Pride Month, catch up with the Levitt and find tons of events.

This week, we simplify medicaid expansion, plans for a new halfway house and a new wedding venue coming to Crooks.

Get smart about summer safety, catch up on the latest zoo fun and find our weekly event guide.

This week, we simplify utility rates, airport plans and the Class of 2023.

Learn about a new mural, and catch up on the latest news and events.

Meet the new school board member, catch the latest on the fairgrounds' future and see an update on a new elementary school in town.

Get smart about school board, hear from candidates and find a cool sponsored story about how garbage could help build a Canton pool.

This week, we simplify school board candidates, a new addition in Lennox and how Sioux Falls is looking to be more bike-able.

Meet a cool 17-year-old and find some local gift ideas for Mother's Day.

This week, we simplify sharing, short-term rentals and some lions comin' to town.

Meet Leo the dog, talk composting and get the details on a new grocery store on the go.

This week, we simplify soccer, supporting women and the libraries of the future.

Happy Friday! Megan here. First things first: This issue is sponsored by Terra Shepherd Boutique & Apothecary. * Terra Shepherd carries thoughtfully curated fashion, beauty, and lifestyle products that are good for you, the environment, and the people that produce them. Owner Sara Jamison wants

This week, it's a newsy one! See updated renderings of cool new things coming to town and learn how a new after-school program will work.

Catch up on lots of school news and lots of Super Simplified Stories.