Community Why you should follow the library on Instagram "Social media is storytelling, and we love stories," said Emily Harris, digital services librarian.
Community How moms on Instagram are banding together for teachers The Class Act fundraiser aims to help teachers offset out-of-pocket expenses for their classrooms.
Community This program helps create a standard of care for poverty The Helpline Center is working to bring a new model of social service to Sioux Falls – one that treats poverty like a medical condition rather than a character flaw. Here's what you need to know about Transitions to Success.
Community Why Sioux Falls named its new skate park after a former teacher "She didn't see us like the rest of Sioux Falls did," former student Jon Rood said. "She didn't see skaters as outcasts."
Community What to know about the Outdoor Campus expansion The Outdoor Campus is adding a $7.1 million expansion to its Sioux Falls location to keep up with increasing demand
Community This $25 million gift is a 'game changer' for the zoo's future plans The Great Plains Zoo took a big step closer to bringing a new aquarium, education center and butterfly rainforest to its campus thanks to a $25 million gift announced Thursday from billionaire philanthropist T. Denny Sanford.
Community This former teacher's book club emphasizes learning at any age Steve Hamersma may have retired from teaching, but he's still finding ways to flex his muscles as an educator by leading a book club at Good Samaritan Society - Prairie Creek.
Community This soon-to-be Eagle Scout is sharing a new view of the city One of the highest points in Sioux Falls just got a new vantage point thanks to the work of a local teen pursuing his Eagle Scout.
Community Where to find free summer fun in Sioux Falls School's out, and summer is in full swing. Here's a roundup of fun things you can do in town without spending a dime.
Community How Dorothy's List shines a light on inclusive businesses A new organization is working to not only help people support businesses who are allies to the LGBTQ+ community, but also to provide resources for those businesses to show that support year-round – not just during Pride Month.
Community The childcare crisis is far from over – but here are some recent wins Both the city and state are looking at ways to address the challenges facing the childcare industry and, subsequently, parents.
Community Get a first look at the zoo's big plans for growth The Great Plains Zoo shared a first look at its long-term master plan this week, and it includes some major changes aimed at bringing a better experience to animals and guests alike.
Community As suicide rates rise, here's where to find help and how to be helpful There is both help out there for folks who need it and ways that you can be helpful in preventing suicides in our community.
Community The next big high school sport? Video games. South Dakota's first-ever esports state tournament takes place this weekend, and it'll be a fully sanctioned sport starting in the fall.
Community It's a big year for REACH Literacy. Here's why. REACH Literacy, a nonprofit focused on improving literacy for both adults and children, has a new leader, new classroom space, a fundraiser event this month and some big plans for 2024.
Community Why fifth graders collected more than 33,000 diapers The goal? 5,000 diapers donated to the Teddy Bear Den. The actual result? More than 33,000 diapers.
Community Where to donate your stuff as you spring clean Here's a roundup of local organizations who can give your no-longer-needed items a second life.
County Finding housing post-incarceration is tricky. 'Just Home' is helping. A new partnership with the St. Francis House will mean even more available housing units for these hard-to-house folks.
Community What commercial brokers are watching in Sioux Falls this year Sioux Falls is, overall, pretty resilient in the face of some national challenges in the commercial real estate world
City How city entertainment venues are breaking records and looking ahead Both the Washington Pavilion and the Denny Sanford Premier Center saw record years in 2023, according to updates shared with the Sioux Falls City Council this week.
Community Get to know the South Dakota Black Chamber of Commerce The South Dakota Black Chamber of Commerce (SDBCC) launched earlier this month with the goal of empowering Black business owners and being a conduit for connection to available resources and opportunities.
Community How the Canaries are working to bring more than baseball to the Birdcage From yoga on the field to corporate events to an early aughts punk festival, there's a lot more going on at the Birdcage than just baseball.
Community Check out Daylily Coffee's new shop and espresso blend Daylily Coffee's new shop is now open Fridays and Saturdays. Here's a look inside.
Community How a grant-funded partnership will support childcare providers A number of community organizations in Sioux Falls are working together to help more people open daycares in Sioux Falls and to connect parents with open spots.
Community How the Girl Scouts are preparing for cookie season Hundreds of Sioux Falls-area Girl Scouts gathered Saturday for "Cookie University," an annual event to teach girls entrepreneurship skills and get them excited about selling cookies.
