• Commissioners give thumbs-up to Smithfield TIF. The Minnehaha County Commission on Tuesday were briefed on the potential impacts of tax-increment financing due to Smithfield's planned move to Foundation Park. Commissioners don't have any authority to approve or deny the TIF, but they did express support for the city to move forward with the project.
    • "It just makes sense," Commissioner Dean Karsky said. "I think the TIF is absolutely appropriate and the right thing to do and keep it moving."
  • Good news for downtown businesses. Two downtown retailers received Backing Small Businesses grants. Terra Shepherd Boutique and Say Anything Jewelry will each receive $10,000 to expand and support their businesses.
  • Camp Leif Ericson 🤝 Zoo. The Sioux Falls Family YMCA this week announced a new partnership between Camp Leif Ericson and the Sioux Falls Zoo and Aquarium. Beginning this summer, campers ages 6 to 9 will visit the zoo as part of their camp experience. Learn more and register for camp here.
  • ❤️ Don't forget your ticker. February is American Heart Month, and Avera Health this week sent out a reminder to schedule a cardiovascular screening – especially if you're a man 40 and older or a woman 45 and older OR if you have a history of heart disease in your family. You can learn more and schedule a screening here.