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Journalist Megan Raposa brings smarter, easier local news about the forces that shape Sioux Falls directly to your inbox weekly. It's that simple.

 Sioux Falls, SD
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JillCallison@JillCallison17 Apr 2024
Hey, @sfsimplified told me what I already knew, that turnout at the precinct I worked on April 9 was abysmal (and oh goody I'll be back behind the table April 30). Find out who DID vote here: sfsimplified.com/did-your-ne…
Did your neighbors turn out to vote?

Did your neighbors turn out to vote?

Sioux Falls Simplified analyzed precinct-level voter turnout data to see which neighborhoods saw the most – and least – folks going out to vote.

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Makenzie Huber@MakenzieHuber9 Apr 2024
Today is a beautiful day to vote, Sioux Falls!!! The incredibly wonderful and charming poll workers for my precinct said this is the worst turnout they’ve had so far for a local election in the 10+ years they’ve been volunteering.
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One of the ways we're working to help our business community is by providing opportunities to upskill their existing workforce. Take a look at this story by @SFSimplified to learn more about our UPSKILL program. sfsimplified.com/this-progra…

This program helps businesses 'UPSKILL' their workforce

The Sioux Falls Development Foundation has helped more than 300 people receive workforce training through its UPSKILL Program.

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Thanks to @sfsimplified for sharing the story behind our Spirit of Sioux Falls scholarship. We are excited to award two $5,500 scholarships for 2024! 🎓 Learn more and apply at the link below: sfsimplified.com/sioux-falls…

This scholarship honors business leaders who died and supports future ones

The Spirit of Sioux Falls Scholarship helps college and technical school students who are pursuing a degree in business, and its history is rooted in the important role the Sioux Falls Development...

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Megan Raposa@mlraposa7 Dec 2023
Very cool to have @sfsimplified highlighted as a new startup on this map of "bright spots in the local news landscape!" localnewsinitiative.northwes…
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We've had a great 2023! Learn more about our biggest milestones and highlights from this year, and what to look out for in 2024 in this piece from @sfsimplified. sfsimplified.com/how-the-sio…
How the Sioux Falls Development Foundation spent 2023 growing the city

How the Sioux Falls Development Foundation spent 2023 growing the city

The Sioux Falls Development Foundation at its annual meeting last week reflected on the progress it's made this year in setting up the city for growth, as well as the momentum it's carrying into 2024.

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Dave O'Hara@Davoh16 Aug 2023
Sioux Falls is recycling less and putting more in the landfill @sfsimplified sfsimplified.com/sioux-falls…

Sioux Falls is recycling less and putting more in the landfill

The rate of recycling – i.e. the percentage of waste that gets diverted from the landfill – has seen a steady decline over the last five years. Here's what we know about why that's happening.

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We're working hard to bring more people to Sioux Falls! Get the latest on our workforce recruitment marketing in this piece from @SFSimplified. sfsimplified.com/sioux-falls…
The Sioux Falls Development Foundation is recruiting workers to town

The Sioux Falls Development Foundation is recruiting workers to town

The Sioux Falls Development Foundation is continuing its increased focus on expanding the city's workforce. A targeted marketing campaign is one way they are making it happen.

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Big things are happening in Aspen Park! Throughout its history, public-private partnerships have played a huge role in Brandon's development. Thanks @sfsimplified and @SiouxMetro for highlighting our latest projects! Read the article at sfsimplified.com/how-public-… #brandonsd #growth
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Makenzie Huber@MakenzieHuber28 Jun 2023
"It costs more in one year to send your kid to a childcare center in Sioux Falls than it would to send them to a South Dakota state university." $11,400/year for childcare. $7,773/year for college tuition. sfsimplified.com/why-sioux-f…

Why Sioux Falls parents can't afford to work — or stay home

It costs more in one year to send your kid to a childcare center in Sioux Falls than it would to send them to a South Dakota state university.

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Megan Raposa@mlraposa21 Jun 2023
Hi! If you, like me, are a procrastinator, consider this your reminder to apply for the @LIONPubs annual awards! @sfsimplified was awarded "product of the year" last year for the Simplified Welcome Guide, and I'm still riding that high. Apply here: lionpublishers.com/apply-for….
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In Sioux Falls, the Wo'Okiye Project is bringing an Indigenous lens to helping unhoused folks by providing an alternative to police when someone is in need. Read more about what's happening in our @safety_justice grantee site via @sfsimplified: bit.ly/419H04V
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John Hult@JohnEHult21 Apr 2023
Nice Q&A with the boss for Friends of the Big Sioux River from @sfsimplified sfsimplified.com/get-smart-a…
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Dave O'Hara@Davoh5 Apr 2023
Thanks to my student @MiaWerger for getting this started, and to Holly Meier and others for continuing it. @AugieEnviro @AugieSustain @sfsimplified Sioux Falls Simplified: This new partnership will bring more native grasses, flowers to Sioux Falls sfsimplified.com/this-new-pa…
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Did you know: In 2022, our workforce programs reached 22,700 people? Or that we connected 900 high school seniors with a job shadow? 🎓 As we celebrate #SDWeekOfWork, we're sharing more in-depth about our workforce programs with @sfsimplified! bit.ly/3KqE4LZ

These programs help attract, develop and retain Sioux Falls workers

The Sioux Falls Development Foundation is doing more now than ever before to support a strong workforce as part of our city's growing economy.

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Makenzie Huber@MakenzieHuber29 Mar 2023
The 2023 Sioux Falls Simplified Welcome Guide is out!! A wonderful introduction if you're moving to the Sioux Falls area or want to know more about the community via @mlraposa @sfsimplified sfsimplified.com/welcomeguid…
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H-Midwest@h_midwest16 Mar 2023
Get a fresh look at South Dakota history with this new book; A new book gives the first novel-length look at South Dakota history in more than a decade. sfsimplified.com/center-for-… @sfsimplified @mlraposa @AugieCWS @WhaHistory @UNLGPQJournal @sodakhistory @SDArchives #twitterstorians

Get a fresh look at South Dakota history with this new book

A new book gives the first novel-length look at South Dakota history in more than a decade.

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Augustana University@AugustanaSD13 Mar 2023
From @sfsimplified.. Learn more about why Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland, the former prime minister of Norway and "Mother of Sustainability," is coming to the Elmen Center tomorrow for the 26th Boe Forum on Public Affairs! sfsimplified.com/augustana-b…

Why the 'Mother of Sustainability' is coming to Sioux Falls

Former prime minister of Norway and noted "Mother of Sustainability" Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland will speak in Sioux Falls next week at the 26th Boe Forum on Public Affairs.

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Indiegraf Media@IndiegrafMedia22 Feb 2023
#Indiegraf network: "Even if businesses start helping cover the costs of childcare for employees, it likely won't be enough to bridge the gap between what parents can afford and what it takes to pay childcare providers a competitive wage." (@sfsimplified) bit.ly/3YRG6cU
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RareByDesign@RareByDesign15 Feb 2023
Thank you to @sfsimplified for sharing about the importance of #RareDiseaseDay and month! Spreading awareness is key! #RareDiseaseDay2023 #RareDiseaseAwareness #RareDisease @rarediseaseday @GlobalGenes @RareDiseases @SanfordResearch #CareAboutRare sfsimplified.com/rare-diseas…

How Sioux Falls is recognizing Rare Disease Month

It's harder to garner support for rare diseases in rural states according to Kendra Gottsleben, who founded Rare by Design

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