This week, it's here, babyyyyyy. You won't find this level of election coverage in any other news outlet in the state. Sioux Falls Simplified conducted face-to-face interviews with every (willing) candidate in the metro area, and IT'S. ALL. HERE.

This week, we're talking civic engagement and new ways to let Mayor Christine Erickson know your priorities. You'll also find a whole bunch of events on what promises to be a maybe-not-totally-drenched fall weekend.

This week, you'll learn about a partnership that's helping kids at the Minnehaha County Juvenile Detention Center. Beyond that, I'm keeping it pretty simplified this week because you're about to be drownin' in election content.

This week, I'm up to my ears in election coverage, but in the meantime, you'll find an inside look at Sioux Falls' newest sport, a whole bunch of upcoming events and some Super Simplified Stories for book lovers.

This week, you'll learn more about our friends at Bread Break, the importance of mentorship and the latest on Jefferson High School's helmets.

This week, public safety officials are standing ten toes down on their use of automated license plate readers, e.g. Flock cameras – but they also want to see the state codify restrictions to how the tech can be used.

This week, you'll find a closer look at the city budget discussion from earlier this week. Plus, you'll meet Nena the Metro 911 dog (and on her birthday, no less!) Then catch a couple Super Simplified Stories to carry you through the weekend.

This week, you'll find an update on The Link, another feature about our friends at Bread Break, and frankly more events than anyone could possibly attend.

This week, you'll get the latest on ongoing discussions about closing Renberg Elementary. Plus, you'll meet a Washington High School running back who's starting the season with some big numbers.

This issue has everything. We've got City Council news, we've got childcare news, we've got a Labor Day weekend events round-up...and more!

This week, you'll learn a lot about how funding cuts at the federal level are impacting folks locally – both when it comes to school lunches and supporting victims of crimes.

This week, get your back-to-school hats on because it's time for math. But don't let the numbers scare you – it's all related to your tax dollars and where they're going up or down.

This week, you'll find some health news for back-to-school and some changes to how Falls Community Health offers dental care.

Get out and enjoy yourselves before the clock strikes and everything turns into a pumpkin.

This week, you'll learn about a couple of very cool projects happening in our community – both related to housing. You'll also find some fun Super Simplified Stories, a round-up of upcoming events and a picture of my family's sweet new addition: Meatball the cat.

This week, I'm looking for your help in shaping coverage ahead of the November general election.

This week, you'll get a closer look at what goes into the decision to close outdoor pools. Plus, learn more about improvements coming to the city bus system and SO many events.

This week, you'll learn about Mayor Erickson's first budget. Plus, I've got your simplified guide to school supply shopping.

This week, we're one step closer to knowing the next South Dakota governor after the Republican primary run-off. Plus, many of you might remember our 2025 "A Little Help" beneficiary Owen's Outfitters – well, they're popping off right now.

This week, you'll learn about a new initiative to help improve student literacy. Plus, Mayor Christine Erickson (anyone else wanna portmanteau this to "Mayor-ickson? Just me? Cool.) also shared updates on her first week on the job.

This week, you'll find an update on how Southeast Tech is popping off right now (and the challenges that come with growth). Plus, Mayor Christine Erickson led her first council meeting last night – you'll find some of the noteworthy items "super simplified" for you.

This week, you'll hear from the three new faces on the Sioux Falls City Council, as well as mayoral candidate Jamie Smith's message to his supporters upon conceding the race to Mayor-elect Christine Erickson.

I had so many observations during the recount process that I think you guys will be interested in. It was particularly illuminating to me to see all of the reasons why a vote was thrown out, so I'm sharing a run-down of all of the ways a ballot can be rejected.

This week, we might actually learn who the next mayor will be. Maybe. Probably? I don't want to get ahead of myself. But, what we do know for sure is that there'll be big changes to downtown after the city scored a $15 million grant.

This week, there's a bonkers amount of Independence Day events happening in town, so get out and have some fun. You'll also catch a look at Mayor TenHaken's final capital spending plan. Plus, a no-updates update on the recount election.