Newsletter Your week, simplified: June 18, 2025 This week, I've got a jam-packed issue for you because, well, summer is busy! Plus, now's the time to let City Council know when you want to vote for Sioux Falls' next mayor.
Community What the Mobile Market closure says about the state of nonprofits in Sioux Falls Sioux Falls first and only mobile grocery store set out to make healthy, affordable food accessible to people living in food deserts – and it worked. But as of Tuesday, the market is closed.
Simplified Presents Feed a giraffe, grab a drink, name a penguin – it's all at Zoofari The zoo's annual summer fundraiser is happening next week with opportunities for exclusive, adults-only, after-hours access to the entire campus. Here's what you need to know about Zoofari.
Simplified Presents This event gives kids a chance to run their own business Acton Academy's Fifth Annual Children's Business Fair will give dozens of kids a chance to experience entrepreneurship at its June 26 event. Here's what you need to know.
Super Simplified Super Simplified Stories: June 18, 2025 Changes are coming to when Sioux Falls holds its city elections and, perhaps, to what it takes to win a seat on the City Council.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: June 13, 2025 More money for middle schoolers, less money for nonprofits overall. Oh, and for the love of Paul, can we zipper merge??
City City looks to switch up how it supports nonprofits – while spending less As the city looks to tighten its belt in the coming years due to declining property tax revenues, one of the possible spots to save is by cutting support for local nonprofits.
Education How new programs – and a new building – will support middle schoolers after class When Sioux Falls middle schoolers head back to class this fall, many of them will have new options for free after-school activities. Sioux Falls Simplified checked in on progress with a pilot project launching this fall on new Community Learning Centers geared toward older kids.
Super Simplified Super Simplified Stories: June 13, 2025 New art, holiday festivities and the mayor begging you to zipper merge.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: June 11, 2025 Get smart about mending, check in with our LGBTQ+ neighbors and find SO many events.
Get Smart Get smart about mending with Amber Hardy Amber Hardy is the founder of Mend It 605, a nonprofit that helps folks repair their clothes and other textiles at no cost.
Community What your LGBTQ+ neighbors want you to know about Pride Month It's Pride Month. Ahead of the annual parade and festivities this weekend, Sioux Falls Simplified sat down with some local LGBTQ+ advocacy organizations to talk about what they wish more people knew about Pride, as well as the support they need – and not just in June.
Super Simplified Stories: June 11, 2025 Less money for folks who need it, a reorganized mayor's office, and a chance to entertain the lunch crowds.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: June 6, 2025 Extremely feel-good vibes to take you into the weekend.
Sustainability How floating habitats will help water quality A pilot project at Covell Lake this summer will study how a structure with floating plants can create habitat for fish and pollinators as well as improving water quality.
Community How the YMCA is making summer camp accessible for all The goal with Give Kids the Woods is to preserve the integrity of the camp experience, just with some extra accommodations.
Super Simplified Super Simplified Stories: June 6, 2025 Free rides, free music and one last Headlights show this summer.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: June 4, 2025 See the latest design for the new Frank Olson Recreation Center, learn about new parks in Brandon and find more events than you could possibly attend.
City Coming in 2029: See the latest for the new Frank Olson rec center Sioux Falls City Council saw an early look at schematic design for the new Frank Olson Recreation Center on Tuesday afternoon.
Simplified Presents How Brandon's park system is expanding As Brandon continues to grow and add more housing, the city is also looking at potential for new and expanded parks – including a wetland bank on the east side of town.
Super Simplified Super Simplified Stories: June 4, 2025 A new library leader, a case of measles and TenTakin' a break from public office.
Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: May 30, 2025 Walkability, a new reader leader and the adorable new amphibians at the aquarium.
