City of Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls announces pool closure dates

By Jodi Schwan | August 6, 2021

It’s that time: Pool season is ending. The city of Sioux Falls announced the following pool closure dates: Sunday: Laurel Oak Family Aquatic Center and Kuehn Pool. Aug. 15: Drake Springs Family Aquatic Center. Sept. […]

Sioux Falls’ new police chief: City ‘hungry’ for new, innovative solutions

By Pigeon605 Staff | August 4, 2021

By Danielle Ferguson, for Pigeon605 Jon Thum’s greatest preparation for a life in law enforcement came from behind the Hy-Vee meat counter. He spent 10 years interacting with different customers in unpredictable moods every day, […]

Here’s a first: Outdoor pools close for poor air quality

By Jodi Schwan | July 29, 2021

All the smoke in the air has resulted in Sioux Falls closing all public outdoor pools for the remainder of the day. It’s the first time that has ever happened as far as parks director […]

Think there’s more traffic around town? You’re right

By Megan Raposa | July 28, 2021

Traffic was slow in Sioux Falls on April 19, 2020. It was about a month after the COVID-19 pandemic hit South Dakota. Schools were closed. Many businesses had moved to remote work settings. Others worked […]

Fitness court planned as latest improvement at Rotary Park

By Jodi Schwan | July 21, 2021

At this point, it’s two parks in one. The massive, multiyear road project at 26th Street and Southeastern Avenue forced some changes to the adjacent Rotary Park that ultimately led to improvements. For now, visitors […]

Meet the woman tasked with making Sioux Falls ‘greener’

By Jodi Schwan | July 14, 2021

What does it mean to be “green?” Or to be “sustainable?” For Holly Meier, the answer is nothing less than everything. “I like to talk about how sustainability is based on this principle that everything […]

Get wet at hydrant block parties. Here’s where to find them

By David Berman | July 14, 2021

When the hydrants open up, it’s like unleashing a flood of fun for kids in Sioux Falls neighborhoods. The popular hydrant block parties visit a different neighborhood each Thursday through Aug. 19. From 1 to […]

Season of service: Retiring police chief reflects, looks ahead

By Pigeon605 Staff | July 12, 2021

By Danielle Ferguson, for Pigeon605 Matt Burns’ last year as chief of the Sioux Falls Police Department was setting up to be one that would end with a list of big accomplishments. The department had […]

What projects is the city building next? This plan shows us

By Jodi Schwan | July 7, 2021

The next five years could bring more than $800 million in city-supported projects across Sioux Falls, including major road improvements and replacements for three swimming pools. Mayor Paul TenHaken’s administration delivered its five-year capital improvement […]

Pool report: From summer opening update to long-term replacement plans

By Jodi Schwan | July 7, 2021

From the short- to the long-term, we’ve got a look at what’s next for your favorite Sioux Falls pools. This summer Summer might be in full swing but don’t give up on getting to all […]

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