Jodi’s Journal

Jodi’s Journal: Filling ‘leadership gap’ demands new voices speak up

“If anything is going to prevent us from continuing to be the great city we are, it’s a leadership gap.”

1 year ago

Jodi’s Journal: The ‘shape’ of Sioux Falls can include guardrails around growth

“Increasingly in Sioux Falls, I see a community that needs to be mindful not to become the proverbial victim of its own success.”

1 year ago

Jodi’s Journal: Restaurant industry reality demands support from local diners

“Much like your shopping decisions, as you make your dining decisions, don’t take it for granted that your favorite local establishments always will be there.”

1 year ago

Jodi’s Journal: In shopping local, remember to take the path less traveled

As you hopefully shop local this season, remember to seek out those businesses in places that might not be as obvious to you.

1 year ago

Jodi’s Journal: The case for civility and sensibility

“Incivility certainly seems to be on the rise in the media, in politics and across social media, and there is a carryover into the workplace.”

1 year ago

Jodi’s Journal: A senator’s legacy of service

As Sen. Tim Johnson is laid to rest, here’s the story of how a first impression of the senator became a lasting one.

2 years ago

Jodi’s Journal: In ‘shaping’ Sioux Falls, a cautionary neighborhood tale

“In two generations, a key corner of a city neighborhood has seen a grocery store become a food bank. And if you think it can’t happen here, it’s time to wake up.”

2 years ago

Jodi’s Journal: Addressing street-level issues means creating new culture

In addressing recent issues downtown and elsewhere, consider the question: What kind of culture do we want to foster in Sioux Falls?

2 years ago

Jodi’s Journal: Local retailers sounded a warning — and you listened

It’s a “classic Sioux Falls story. Challenge the community and they sort of rise up.” How Sioux Falls responded when local businesses sounded the need for support.

2 years ago

Jodi’s Journal: An ‘open book’ reveals retail’s mounting challenges

“Here’s the 2024 truth.” It’s not an easy message to write or to read — but this is reality for at least some local retailers.

2 years ago

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