605 Magazine

Just one-and-a-half miles north of Brookings lies a 98-year-old barn that has been given a second life. Bill and Julie Ross, owners of Good Roots Farm & Gardens are on a mission to create a space for people to purposefully gather, celebrate, and make memories. As...

Firehouse Brewing Co. in Rapid City stands as the state’s oldest operating brewery. Since 1991, the company has become an iconic institution offering patrons a unique blend of craft beers. Over the last year, Firehouse Brewing Co. has introduced a new era to its business...

When Sydnie Hyde first dipped her toes into the world of working with dogs, she didn’t expect to build a career from it. Hyde got her start working for a local boarding facility, gaining experience in pet boarding services, doggy daycare, and the training department. “I...

This summer, Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc. (DTSF) welcomed vice president Brandon Hanson to the team. Hanson is excited to bring his passion for community growth to his role.  “My position includes building systems and strategy around operations, marketing, sponsorship, and events,” shared Hanson.  He adds the small,...

Travel is one of those exhilarating experiences that create memories to last a lifetime. But for travelers with disabilities, navigating these encounters can come with challenges.  Accessible Black Hills, a burgeoning organization, is on a mission to change that.  Founded in 2021, Accessible Black Hills started...

Ashley Elliott was born into a family of chaos, stress, and unhealed wounds.  “I always felt alone, unworthy, and like I never fit in,” admitted Elliott.  For years, Elliott suffered through codependency, anxiety, complex post-traumatic stress disorder, and negative ruminating thoughts.  “I sought therapy for a long...

“My family went through a five-year journey where my husband, Kevin, went from being very healthy to seriously ill,” shared Lori Sheldon from Sioux Falls. Kevin was diagnosed with cardiac sarcoidosis—a rare inflammatory condition resulting in heart injury and an abnormal rhythm. While at a doctor's...

The 605 Show is back once again from Thinker Networks, and this time we're rolling right into some incredible events happening RIGHT NOW. We're joined by our friend Toni Woodruff of the legendary Buffalo Chip to talk all things SD and summer time!  Have you...

In an increasingly urbanized world, the essence of rural living often takes a back seat in discussions about community and lifestyle.  However, South Dakota State University (SDSU) Extension is aiming to shine a spotlight on this aspect of American life through a comprehensive survey focused...

The All My Relatives (Mitakuye Owas’iƞ) Festival hosted by Levitt at the Falls is a vibrant and enriching celebration dedicated to honoring and showcasing Indigenous cultures.  Held annually at the downtown Sioux Falls outdoor performance venue, the event brings together community members of all backgrounds...