Valley Springs has been upgrading infrastructure and planning for new houses as the metro area continues to grow.

Here's what you need to know about business recycling and how to help get more area businesses on board.

Sioux Valley Energy created a new position focused on helping the communities it serves further their economic development.

Colton has a new economic development group, and one of its first priorities is bringing more housing to town.

When people put non-recyclable items in the recycling bins, it ultimately ends up in the landfill

The Fiber Forward investment will build a network designed to meet the needs of Sioux Falls customers for the next 20 years.

Jonathan Ekberg credits his background as a handyman, his dedication to hard work and his high-quality training for his fast advancement at Silverstar Car Wash. Here's his story.

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.

Selah Space's new online sanctuary gives people a space to find connection and healing virtually and at an accessible price point.

You can't throw plastic bags in your recycling bin. Here's what to do instead.

Baltic's new mayor has a sales background, a passion for public service and an eye toward growth in the future. Meet Deborah McIsaac.

With triple-digit temperatures this week, the staff at the zoo is working hard to make sure animals are comfortable.

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.

Selah Space has two new class offerings – one focused on couples and another focused on women. Learn more here.

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.

Augustana University student Olivia Bertino is bringing experience in reporting on Sioux Falls news.

RuralX – an annual conference hosted by Dakota Resources – aims to help people in rural communities connect, learn and get inspired to make positive changes in their towns.

Selah Space's new Girl Talk classes aim to help educate women about their cycles and provide tools to help them feel more in control of their bodies.

Here's a look at how people came together to help each other out in the aftermath of the May 12 wind storm.

Worthing's new mayor has a history of public service in the town, and she's ready to watch it grow. Meet Crystal Jacobson.

Taylor Gjertson admits she hasn't always been the best at communicating with others. But her job at Silverstar Car Wash helped her develop those skills and learn that it's OK to ask for help.

It's National Small Business week, which is a perfect time to give you an update on Sioux Falls Simplified – and let you know how you can help make this locally owned, smarter, easier news outlet sustainable.

The Sioux Metro Growth Alliance's second annual Grow Smarter conference brought dozens of people together to talk about economic development and preparing for growth in the metro area.

A local college student and Selah Space intern is forging her own path both at school and in the holistic wellness industry. Meet Beata Benson.

Here's your guide to what's on the ballot in the Sioux Falls metro area for upcoming municipal elections.