Jodi’s Journal

Jodi’s Journal: The new rules of office attire

“What to wear to work in 2025.” Ask 100 people, and expect 100 different answers.

10 months ago

Jodi’s Journal: One year later, downtown street scene has changed for the better

One year ago, nuisance issues were pervasive downtown. This year, a lot has changed — including for some behind the problem behavior.

11 months ago

Jodi’s Journal: For prison, airport, convention center, make the case for building them right

Our readers have had a lot to say lately about major public projects — Jodi weighs in on what it all means as big decisions start to be made.

11 months ago

Jodi’s Journal: The call for a torchbearer

“Who’s going to bring this into the next generation? Who’s going to tie the history into the future?” The concept came up elsewhere — but applies to Sioux Falls.

11 months ago

Jodi’s Journal: A walk in the park underscores power of giving back

As he showed us the plaza that bears his family’s name, Garry Jacobson talked business, philanthropy — and how he’s not done with the downtown project yet.

11 months ago

Jodi’s Journal: Of mice and memorable experiences

Come with us for a look at how a little creativity can change the narrative around consumer spending.

12 months ago

Jodi’s Journal: Des Moines delivers takeaways for Sioux Falls leaders

“One voice, one mission, one region.” As Jodi writes, that should be the biggest takeaway as Sioux Falls leaders learn from Des Moines.

12 months ago

Jodi’s Journal: ‘History has its eyes on you’

“The moment calls for the silent majority … to speak and to act in support of the kind of country — and by extension the kind of community — you want to call home.”

12 months ago

Jodi’s Journal: New data shows Sioux Falls as clear driver of state population growth

Recent data makes it clear: The growth of South Dakota depends on the growth of Sioux Falls.

1 year ago

Jodi’s Journal: Local arts scene reveals progress — and unrealized potential

In the story of South Dakota’s first professional ballet company comes a reminder there’s still work to do in supporting the arts.

1 year ago

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