Simplified Presents Meet Sioux Metro's new economic development specialist 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.
Simplified Presents Meet Sioux Falls Simplified's summer intern Augustana University student Olivia Bertino is bringing experience in reporting on Sioux Falls news.
Simplified Presents How a one-of-a-kind conference aims to inspire people in rural communities 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.
Simplified Presents This class will help you feel more empowered about your cycle 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.
Simplified Presents How metro communities worked together to clean up after the storm Here's a look at how people came together to help each other out in the aftermath of the May 12 wind storm.
Simplified Presents Meet the new mayor of Worthing Worthing's new mayor has a history of public service in the town, and she's ready to watch it grow. Meet Crystal Jacobson.
Simplified Presents Her work with customers helped her find her voice. Meet Taylor. 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.
Simplified Presents Help me celebrate Small Business Week 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.
Simplified Presents What we learned from the Grow Smarter conference 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.
Simplified Presents She's paving her own path in the wellness industry. Meet Beata. 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.
Simplified Presents Your guide to metro-area elections Here's your guide to what's on the ballot in the Sioux Falls metro area for upcoming municipal elections.
Simplified Presents How a car wash job helped this woman better herself, learn skills Katie Swenson said after a rough past, her job at Silverstar Car Wash over the last two years was one thing that helped her stay out of trouble, better herself and learn practical skills to advance her career.
Simplified Presents How Baltic's new website is making city info more accessible The City of Baltic recently launched an updated website with new capabilities and ways to make city information more easily accessible to the public.
Simplified Presents Why a former U.S. ambassador to Russia is speaking in Sioux Falls (and how to hear him) Michael A. McFaul, the former U.S. ambassador to the Russian Federation, will deliver the keynote speech, "Russia and the Future of Europe" at the 25th Boe Forum on Public Affairs on Thursday, March 31.
Simplified Presents How Midco's internship program focuses on mentorship, giving back Midco's internship program emphasizes mentorship, diversity and giving back. Here's how their program is structured and what you need to know to apply.
Simplified Presents How Salem is reviving growth efforts with some outside help Salem is restarting its local economic development group and focusing on future growth. Here's how the Sioux Metro Growth Alliance is helping make it happen.
Simplified Presents This program helps women find and illuminate their spirit Soul Illume is a six-month spiritual discovery program for women led by Jada Dobesh, founder of Selah Space.
Simplified Presents She's got a recognizable laugh and a passion for customers. Meet Laura. Laura Gillis has worked as a cashier for Silverstar Car Wash for the last five years. What's kept her going? The relationships she's built with customers.
Simplified Presents This conference will help you feel smarter about metro-area growth The conference is a way for leaders in the region to share ideas, expertise and enthusiasm around growth
Simplified Presents These oils will help you get in touch with your cycle at every stage The Selah Cycle Set is a series of four essential oil rollers designed to help women both nurture their bodies and attune their emotional connection to each phase of their cycle.
Simplified Presents His commitment to training helped him advance. Meet Hunter. Hunter Zenobi was 18 when he started his job at Silverstar Car Wash as a bay attendant. Two years – and lots of training – later, he's an assistant manager in training.
Simplified Presents This podcast is telling the stories of the metro area The new "Growing Places" podcast from Sioux Metro Growth Alliance is telling community stories and promoting economic development.
Simplified Presents Meet Silverstar's upbeat, self-motivated cashier Mahogonie McCray first began working with Silverstar Car Wash at the suggestion of her spouse. Three years later, she's a lead cashier at the 10th Street location.
Simplified Presents People are spending more in the region. Here's how that's affecting revenue. The Sioux Falls metro area is growing fast, and with more people and more building projects comes more spending.
Simplified Presents How federal relief funds helped expand broadband access Nearly 400 homes in southeastern South Dakota now have high-speed broadband access thanks to both Midco and federal coronavirus relief funds.