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How federal cuts are shrinking South Dakotans' access to information

Planned federal funding cuts to public library services are already impacting Sioux Falls, Siouxland Libraries Director Jodi Fick said Tuesday.

Events

Stuff to do: April 16-22

From Earth Day fun to spring shopping to the upcoming downtown loft tour, here's a look at what's happening in Sioux Falls.

Super Simplified

Super Simplified Stories: April 16, 2025

School budgets, burn bans, cybersecurity in local government, and readers helping readers.

Newsletter

Your weekend, simplified: April 11, 2025

Here's a look at the news you need to know heading into your weekend (plus, some spring cleaning tips!)

Super Simplified

Super Simplified Stories: April 11, 2025

Spring cleaning, leaf drop-off and a bunch of new beds for folks in need.

A Little Help

Why accessible medical supplies can be life changing

"No matter how good services are, no matter how well-managed big organizations are, there are gonna be cracks for people to fall through," Board Member Elizabeth Hanson said. "Owen's Outfitters is one of those entities that is there to catch those people that fall through the cracks."

Community

Why regional mayors have some beef with state lawmakers

Mayors from Sioux Falls, Tea, Harrisburg and Brandon got together Wednesday morning for a panel hosted by the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce.

City

How do Sioux Falls new downtown parking rules compare to other cities?

The city next month will start enforcing some new parking rules, including requiring folks to pay for parking on downtown streets on Saturdays. But what are other similar-sized cities doing?

Newsletter

Your week, simplified: April 9, 2025

How nonprofits are working together to share data, what's the YMCA been up to these last *checks watch* 130+ years, and can I use my phone at lunch?

Community

How shared data is helping nonprofits work more effectively

More than two dozen Sioux Falls nonprofits are using a coordinated system to track when people have received services related to housing, food, healthcare, childcare and more.

Simplified Presents

How the YMCA has been making Sioux Falls stronger for more than a century

The Sioux Falls YMCA has been a part of the Sioux Falls community in one way or another since 1886. Here's how their mission to make strong kids, strong families and strong communities has evolved to fit the needs of today.

Events

Stuff to do: April 9-15

Support small businesses, find some eggs, find some records and eat lots of carbs.

Super Simplified

Super Simplified Stories: April 9, 2025

Sioux Falls' cell phone policy, weather alerts, and some different vibes on historic preservation.

Newsletter

Your weekend, simplified: April 4, 2025

A cool piece of opera history, a new housing option for the county and a new weather warning to be aware of.

Community

How the South Dakota symphony is saving an opera from oblivion

It'll be the third time in history the opera has been heard by an audience. It's also the first time in history it'll be recorded for future generations.

County

Minnehaha County residents could soon have another housing option

Minnehaha County Commissioners unanimously passed the first reading of an ordinance to allow Accessible Dwelling Units (ADU) in the county.

Super Simplified

Super Simplified Stories: April 4, 2025

New weather warnings, no more burn ban, and growth at Southeast Tech

Newsletter

Your week, simplified: April 2, 2025

Learn more about Owen's Outfitters, meet some neighbors advocating for change, and find a ton of upcoming events.

A Little Help

Owen's Outfitters is simplifying how folks in need get medical equipment

The organization has given away more than $1.4 million worth of medical supplies since opening in 2022.

City

These neighbors want the city to take action in slowing traffic

About two dozen folks from both downtown and the All Saints neighborhood gathered Monday evening to ask city traffic engineers how they can make 14th Street safer for pedestrians.

Events

Stuff to do: April 2-8

Here's a look at what's happening in Sioux Falls this week

Super Simplified

Super Simplified Stories: April 2, 2025

City leader steps down, a federal funding Q&A and you could be a school board member.

A Little Help

Meet the nonprofit we're rallying behind this year

Introducing the 2025 A Little Help beneficiary: Owen's Outfitters.

Newsletter

Your weekend, simplified: March 28, 2025

Skateboarding, sustainability and sub-par school funding.

Education

What $3 million in budget cuts will mean for schools

The Sioux Falls School District is planning to cut $3 million and still run a deficit in the coming year, but soon-to-be Superintendent Jamie Nold said no one will lose their job as a result.

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