Events Stuff to do: May 18 to May 24 Spring has sprung! The Canaries are back to playing, the weather is warm, and there are lots of outdoor events this week.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: May 18, 2022 This week, we simplify finding formula, new councilors, a new nonprofit and how to give input on downtown's future.
Health What to do if you can't find baby formula Here's a look what local pediatricians advise when you can't find what you need, as well as some local resources that may be of help.
Community This nonprofit wants to bring artists together – and inspire new ones ARSA is a new nonprofit based in Sioux Falls with the goal of connecting artists, inspiring interest in the arts and connecting businesses with art.
City Why the city is taking an interactive approach to downtown planning The city planning department is taking an interactive approach to its Downtown 2035 plan. Here's how you can give feedback along the way.
City What new councilors plan to do first Sioux Falls Simplified caught up with all three new city councilors to give you a look at what the newcomers plan to focus on now that they're sworn in.
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.
City What to know in the aftermath of the storm Sioux Falls — and much of eastern South Dakota — was hit with what Gov. Kristi Noem called an “unprecedented” storm Thursday night with winds ranging from 70 to 105 mph. Here’s what you need to know in the aftermath.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: May 11, 2022 This week, we simplify a new trend to get kids outside and how a local podcaster's pandemic project is turning into an effort to preserve local history.
Education Why outdoor classrooms are popping up everywhere Outdoor classrooms are becoming one of the latest trends in Sioux Falls-area schools, and more are on the way. Here's what you need to know.
Community She started with a podcast. Now, 'Local Lou' wants to preserve more of Sioux Falls' history. Lori Kent, aka "Local Lou," started a local history podcast as a way to get outside in the early days of the pandemic. Now, she's working to find ways to add more – and more inclusive – historical markers
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.
Events Stuff to do: May 11 to May 17 'Tis the season for more outdoor activities. Check out this week's event guide, which includes everything from planting trees to live music to an outdoor yoga class.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: May 4, 2022 This week, we simplify an expanding SculptureWalk, fixing sidewalks and a new effort to bring composting to town.
Community SculptureWalk is growing. Here's what's new and what's on the horizon. SculptureWalk is branching into a new neighborhood this year and increasing the number of sculptures downtown. And, under new leadership, the nonprofit is also looking at new ways to engage the community in the future.
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.
Sustainability This new nonprofit is focused on making composting easy Sioux Falls doesn't have a community-wide compost option for food scraps. SoDak Compost is hoping to change that.
City Why the city wants to make it easier to fix your sidewalk (and send you the bill) The city is asking councilors to approve changes to how sidewalk repairs are handled to make it easier for the city to both do the repairs and send homeowners the bill.
Events Stuff to do: May 4 - May 10 From fashion shows to farmers markets, here's a look at some stuff to do in Sioux Falls this week.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: April 27, 2022 This week, we simplify pork drama, sustainable eating and a nonprofit using fashion as a conversation starter.
Community How to eat more sustainably Eating sustainably (and locally) benefits both farmers and the environment. Some Sioux Falls-area farmers shared their advice for getting started with finding locally sourced, sustainable food.
Community Why a local group is trying to stop a proposed pork plant The leader of a local group opposing a proposed pork processing plant said he's "confident" he can get enough signatures to let voters decide the project's fate. Meanwhile, the company behind the plant says they're doing nothing wrong and they're "confident" it's a good project for Sioux Falls.
Community How a nonprofit is using fashion to raise awareness of disabilities, rare diseases Rare by Design Founder Kendra Gottsleben wants people in Sioux Falls to see what diversity can look like when it includes people with disabilities and rare diseases.
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.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: April 20, 2022 This week, we simplify more lifeguards, more vegetables and more ways to shop sustainably.
