City of Sioux Falls

Helping the homeless: Group recommends street teams, other changes as winter looms

By Jodi Schwan | November 7, 2022

The numbers are higher, the problem more visible. But how to more effectively address homelessness? Here’s what a local task force recommends.

City starts casting vision for Minnesota Avenue redevelopment

By Jodi Schwan | November 2, 2022

Minnesota Avenue north of downtown is ripe for redevelopment. That’s the conclusion of a city planning process that looked at the blocks from Russell Street south to Third Street. “There’s a lot of single-family zoning […]

City sustainability plan restarts with public meetings

By Jodi Schwan | October 31, 2022

After being put on hold earlier this year, the city of Sioux Falls is moving ahead on developing a community sustainability plan.

Midco Aquatic Center proves city’s demand for indoor aquatics

By Jodi Schwan | October 17, 2022

Six years ago, no one knew how Sioux Falls would respond to indoor aquatics. Now, demand is so high the city is open to a second location.

They painted the plows — now you get to vote

By Pigeon605 Staff | October 17, 2022

You might not be eager to see them on the streets yet — but at least the plows will be looking a little prettier once they do. The annual Paint the Plow event allows elementary, […]

City opens pop-up park near downtown parking ramp

By Jodi Schwan | October 3, 2022

Downtown got a little more green in recent days, with the installation of a turfed park area alongside a parking ramp.

What’s behind Sioux Falls ‘surge’ in gun violence?

By John Hult | September 28, 2022

How serious is the problem of gun violence in Sioux Falls, and what’s behind it? A dig into statistics from multiple agencies suggest a real problem, but one whose scope and causes defy simple explanation. 

Tomar Park tennis complex ready for play

By Jodi Schwan | September 28, 2022

One dozen new tennis courts are ready for the community as part of ongoing improvements at Tomar Park.

What do Sioux Falls residents want in new pools? We’re beginning to find out

By Jodi Schwan | September 26, 2022

Sioux Falls residents have had a lot to say as the city plans for the future of its pools.

Public safety leaders: Repeat offenders driving crime numbers

By Jodi Schwan | September 19, 2022

Sioux Falls crime levels generally are steady with last year — but it’s being driven largely by repeat offenders, including those who are violating parole.

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