Jodi Schwan

Jodi’s Journal: 20 years later, Big Boom symbolizes path needed for progress statewide

“Public-private partnerships, like the one that birthed Cherapa Place, are the path to creating a place where businesses want to invest and residents subsequently want to put down roots.”

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‘Big Boom’ marks 20 years as downtown development enters final stage

The “Big Boom” marks a big day this week — 20 years since making international news and paving the way for a downtown development with big things happening along with the big anniversary.

5 months ago

Jodi’s Journal: A profound take on statewide hunger

“If you stand inside at midnight, you’ll see a parent pushing two carts: one for groceries and one with a sleeping child wrapped in a blanket.” Listen to this fourth-generation South Dakota grocer and you won’t view hunger the same way again.

5 months ago

With early start to holiday shopping, consumers seek value, practicality — and nostalgia

Is this the season of “Thriftmas”? From value-seekers to early shoppers, here are early indicators of retail activity this holiday season.

5 months ago

Decades in the making, new interchange begins construction this week

“A once-in-a-generation project with a future economic and social impact that is beyond measurable” officially breaks ground this week.

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Black light mini golf, arcade coming to east Sioux Falls

Black-light miniature golf and a new arcade are coming to the east side.

5 months ago

Indoor pickleball center opens this week

The largest indoor pickleball center in Sioux Falls is ready to open.

5 months ago

City sales tax, restaurant business show positive growth

City sales and entertainment tax revenue saw a surprising uptick in the most recent financial report.

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With $300M gift from Denny Sanford, Sanford Health to establish Black Hills hospital

Led by a $300 million donation from philanthropist Denny Sanford, Sanford Health will build a hospital in Rapid City as part of its growing presence in the Black Hills.

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Jodi’s Journal: Behind ‘Skelly Bob,’ homeowners open front yard to community

Behind this distinctive skeleton in west-central Sioux Falls is a story of doing small things for great community good.

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