605 Magazine

Raghav Sriram Yogeeswari moved to Sioux Falls all the way from India to attend Augustana University, where he studied environmental studies with a focus on marine ecology. “Naturally, one would ask, ‘How do you study marine ecology in South Dakota?’” said Sriram Yogeeswari. As part of...

Universities all across South Dakota have a multitude of programs and pieces of knowledge to offer students, traditional and nontraditional. Programs like the University of Sioux Falls’ nursing program, Southeast Technical College’s surgical technology program, Augustana University’s Center for Western Studies, and Northern State...

Over 49,000 people die by suicide every year in the United States, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The 437 Project is a nonprofit dedicated to suicide prevention in the state of South Dakota. Established in 2022 by Sioux Falls Mayor Paul...

Fashion, potted plants, soaps, and home décor are only some of the items showcased and sold at Craig Ryans Interiors in Mitchell. Owner and founder Craig Ryans started his business with $100, and by selling plants at local farmers’ markets. “That's how I started building my...

Props was founded on the idea that property management should feel transparent, local, and personal. The Sioux Falls–based company manages multi-family communities across the region, with a portfolio made up of modern townhomes. Props also offers select apartment and flat options, all ranging from one-bedroom...

Headquartered in Sioux Falls, Sunkota Construction has served South Dakota and the greater Midwest as a general contractor focusing on commercial construction and remodels since 1996. The business, founded by Bob and Jeanette Fraser, was recently acquired by entrepreneurs Les and Sara Rowland. Les had...

Founded in 2005, Grassland Granite began as a small shop servicing local customers in the Aberdeen area with custom stone countertops. This year marks its 20th anniversary. The company expanded over the years, adding more advanced machinery and a dedicated cabinet division, TruFinish WoodWorx. “We started...

Entrepreneurs Vaney Hariri and Tamien Dysart of Think 3D Solutions took a break after conducting a retreat for clients in Washington, D.C. Sitting on the steps of the Washington Monument, the business partners discussed the burdens of leadership, and how they wished there was...

After 18 years at another firm, financial advisor Jimmy May decided to take the leap to join Nancy and Kameron Carlson at Prime Capital Financial in Sioux Falls. “While I believe all advisors strive to put their clients in good investments, we focus on financial...

“During the time of the Black Hills Gold Rush, a young man claimed a chunk of land just outside of present-day Rapid City, South Dakota. His name was John Harrison Hart,” said Hart Ranch Camping Resort Club manager Tim Schnabel. Hart—a Civil War soldier—carved out...