Newsletter Your weekend, simplified: Aug. 5, 2022 Catch up with Mayor Paul TenHaken, what's happening this weekend and how Sanford is looking to the future with AI.
Get Smart Get smart about Sioux Falls with Mayor Paul TenHaken We had a chat with Mayor Paul TenHaken about his job, his background and the movie "Freaky Friday."
Health How Sanford's new partnership could bring AI to local clinics Sanford Health this week announced a partnership with a data-focused startup called Dandelion. Here's what it means.
Events Stuff to do: Aug. 5-12 The Sioux Empire Fair kicks off this weekend, and there are lots of other fun outdoor (and indoor) events to be found.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: Aug. 3, 2022 This week, we simplify back-to-school shopping, a new homeless task force and how kids of all abilities are taking the stage.
City What to expect from the city's new Homeless Task Force A new city task force is trying to better understand homelessness in Sioux Falls.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: July 27, 2022 This week, we simplify the Pavilion's future plans, TenHaken's budget and what's up with everyone getting COVID right now?
City TenHaken's budget address gave fresh looks at these city projects Mayor Paul TenHaken proposed a $646 million budget to City Council last week with an emphasis on infrastructure and quality of life investments. Within that proposal, TenHaken also gave an updated look at several city projects.
Simplified Presents How Colton is addressing housing needs and planning for growth Colton has a new economic development group, and one of its first priorities is bringing more housing to town.
Simplified Presents More garbage is ending up in recycling bins. How you can help reverse the trend. When people put non-recyclable items in the recycling bins, it ultimately ends up in the landfill
Community The Pavilion went from a canceled season to a record-breaking year. What's next? The Washington Pavilion announced its largest individual donation in history this week. We sat down with the Pavilion's president to talk about what it means for the future.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: July 20, 2022 This week, we simplify pork drama, potential mergers and pay bumps for special education teachers.
Community Let's unpack Sioux Falls' slaughterhouse drama There's a lot that's happened between a Nebraska pork producer looking to expand in Sioux Falls and a local group looking to stop them. Here's the latest.
Education How Sioux Falls is navigating a shortage of special education teachers The Sioux Falls School District has had to get creative this summer to fill open positions, especially when it comes to special education.
Simplified Presents How Midco is bringing 10G connectivity to Sioux Falls The Fiber Forward investment will build a network designed to meet the needs of Sioux Falls customers for the next 20 years.
Simplified Presents His commitment to learning helped him advance quickly. Meet Jonathan. 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.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: July 13, 2022 This week, we simplify school budgets, food deserts and next steps for downtown's unfinished parking ramp.
Events Stuff to do: July 13-19 There's lots to do in Sioux Falls this week, from pizza pilgrimages to princess parties. Here's a look.
Community More kids are going hungry in Sioux Falls as food deserts persist The data also showed the persistence of food deserts that disproportionately affect low income residents and people of color.
Education What's in Sioux Falls schools' $300 million budget Sioux Falls school board members on Monday gave final approval to a more than $300 million budget for the coming fiscal year.
Simplified Presents What to know about the new black bear exhibit at the zoo 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.
Newsletter Your week, simplified: July 6, 2022 This week, we simplify the housing market, challenges nonprofits are facing with inflation and Mayor TenHaken's $931 million spending plan.
Events Stuff to do this week: July 6-12 Sioux Falls has a brand new festival coming to town this weekend. Plus, catch some local theater and some ways to spend time outside -- check it out!
City How TenHaken's wants to spend $931 million in the next five years Mayor Paul TenHaken has announced his biggest capital budget to date with plans to spend $931 million over the next five years. Here's a look at what's included.
Simplified Presents How to find wellness virtually in a new 'online sanctuary' Selah Space's new online sanctuary gives people a space to find connection and healing virtually and at an accessible price point.
