Simplified Presents Meet the woman building villages for postpartum families Carrie Benson found herself as a new parent facing down a gap many parents also experience: the village wasn't there. Now, she's working to help parents build their own support systems with her business, Our Postpartum Village.
Simplified Presents This one-day summit will help you keep employees – and keep them engaged In a community with one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation, employee retention is a big deal. That's why the Sioux Falls Development Foundation's 2026 WIN in Workforce Summit will share tools to help employers support, retain and engage their team.
Simplified Presents How the YMCA is making basketball accessible to all The Sioux Falls Family YMCA has been bringing kids together to play basketball for nearly a century. This year, the Y's basketball program is bringing expanded partnerships, opportunities for younger kids and a schedule that's friendlier to busy families.
Simplified Presents You should nominate women you know for these awards The EMBEs: A Tribute to Women is the longest-standing award ceremony in the area, and EmBe is preparing to open nominations later this month for the 53rd annual event.
Simplified Presents Add this 'staycation' to your summer bucket list You don't have to go far to make lasting memories with your family this summer. The Children's Museum of South Dakota provides a world-class museum experience less than an hour's drive from Sioux Falls.
Simplified Presents How SafeSplash helped my kids gain confidence in the water In less than a year of lessons with SafeSplash Swim School, my daughters went from a fear of water to begging me to take them to the pool. Here's how SafeSplash's approach to teaching made all the difference.
Simplified Presents How Rugged Cross Stables moved from burnout to sustainable growth Burnout is no joke in the agriculture industry, and Courtney Tjeerdsma's experience running Rugged Cross Stables was no exception – that is, until she found an entrepreneurial community and support through Startup Sioux Falls.
Simplified Presents How Barre3 has helped Sioux Falls feel balanced for a decade Barre3 Sioux Falls is celebrating a decade in business this month, and as they hit this milestone, members are reflecting on what the years of fitness focused on being balanced in body and mind has meant to them.
Simplified Presents How Wayne & Mary's is helping kids get ready for school Throughout the month of July, Wayne & Mary's Nutrition Center is offering a 10% discount to customers who bring in school supplies to donate.
Simplified Presents New owner, same family values: Barrow Orthodontics enters the next generation Keri Barrow was in the first grade when she told her dad she wanted to be an orthodontist – just like him. Now, she is running the business her father started over 40 years ago with the same philosophies he's embodied from day one.
Simplified Presents Why Great Bear is worth checking out year-round Great Bear Ski Valley isn't just a ski hill. With expanded trails, event space, and a summer calendar full of fun events, here's why you should add Great Bear to your summer bucket list.
Simplified Presents How a new program is developing regional leaders The Sioux Metro Growth Alliance is opening applications this week for a new personal and professional development program aimed at supporting leaders across the region. Here's what you need to know about Leadership Sioux Metro.
Simplified Presents How caring for yourself can help other women do the same Circles of Care, the nonprofit arm of holistic wellness cooperative Selah Space, has a new event that takes women supporting women to the next level. Here's what you need to know about the "Ladies First" event on June 6.
Simplified Presents Meet Sioux Falls' experts in OT and sensory processing If putting on socks on your child is causing meltdowns or brushing teeth is a nightly nightmare, it might be time to look into occupational therapy.
Simplified Presents Get ready to kick off summer at this zoo event Summertime hits different at the Great Plains Zoo – with longer hours, zookeeper chats, chances to feed giraffes, and the perfect weather to spend the day outside.
Simplified Presents Meet the Sioux Falls mom building community on and offline "You see friendships form in real life, and you see women supporting other women," Sioux Falls Mom Connection Founder Kelsey Whitesel said. "It is something very supportive."
Simplified Presents Businesses are investing in Sioux Falls' future in a big way Sioux Falls businesses aren't just talking about the importance of investing in our community's future. They're walking the walk. Here's what you need to know about Forward Sioux Falls' latest campaign.
Simplified Presents Simplify your home search with this one-day event Save yourself the headache of scheduling a bunch of tours by checking out the Lloyd Parade of Apartments from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25.
Simplified Presents Give your inner child a night out with Museum After Dark The Children's Museum of South Dakota is going child-free for one night only with a unique event to give the grown ups a chance to play and explore. Here's what you need to know about the Friday, April 17 Museum After Dark event.
Simplified Presents This camp helps middle schoolers explore STEM careers A free, one-day summer camp will help middle schoolers explore STEM careers in a variety of fields with hands-on experience.
Simplified Presents These groups are championing regional economic growth Sioux Metro Growth Alliance this month recognized individuals, organizations and communities who are facilitating economic development in the region.
Simplified Presents Cat people, this event is purrfect for you A new event is bringing CatCon vibes to Sioux Falls while also sharing information about adoptions, trap-neuter-release programs and other animal-friendly resources in our community.
Simplified Presents How kids with sensory needs can thrive in Adaptive Aquatics SafeSplash's adaptive aquatics program meets kids on their terms to teach them water safety in a calm, one-on-one environment that caters to any special sensory or behavioral needs.
Simplified Presents You can book your wedding in the new butterfly garden The Sioux Falls Zoo and Aquarium is now taking 2027 bookings for weddings in its brand new butterfly garden.
Simplified Presents These EmBe programs help women own their leadership Here's how EmBe is creating spaces for women to share their expertise, build their skills and own their leadership journey – including programs starting as soon as this spring.