605 Magazine

It was Todd Heidelbauer’s junior year of college when his grandfather, Frank, asked if he could help finish that season’s orders of duck and geese calls. It was somewhat a strike of fate, as Todd, a track athlete at Augustana University, was injured in...

The Phillips Avenue Diner is one of the most popular spots for Instagram photos in Sioux Falls. Why? Their classic shakes. Bring Instagram-worthy treats home with these two recipes. But, really, if it wasn’t taken at the malt-shop-inspired restaurant, did it happen? Ingredients: 1 Spoon Graham...

As a South Dakota town sits poised for expansion, a local couple is providing new visitors a place to stay at a home-away-from-home that’s remained golden amidst big changes.  Room by room, the old offices of Lead’s epic Homestake Mine are being repurposed to offer...

Cassie and Dave Medema have not only managed to make their house into a home, but also into a productive office for 9 years. Founders of NewOver in Sioux falls, the Medemas invited us into their design and development work space with tips and...

Artist and Sioux Falls native Merecedes Nelson sometimes can be M.I.A. for days at a time. But don’t worry, she’s probably in a dark room experimenting. The nature and music-inspired photographer owns DoeDeer Photography and is constantly inspired through road trips and seeing the...

Musician and photographer (Good Life Photo Co.) Dan Eisenhauer has definitely made a name for himself through various creative outlets. For those who know him, it won’t be a surprise to know he's up to something new. Eisenhauer introduced 605 to his newest...

In August 2017, Design House took over the space formerly occupied by The Bakery on North Main Avenue in Sioux Falls. Founder and owner Megan Peterson saw the need from independent interior designers for a workspace in the community. The space transformed into a...

The second smallest capital city in the country has the population of around 14,000 people. What it’s full of is South Dakota history and family-owned businesses (and legislators). After taking a jaunt on the Trail of Governors, or stopping by the town staple, Bob’s...

Matt and Ashley Kayser were looking for their forever home, especially when it became more crowded after baby number three. “We had looked and looked and looked for houses over and couldn’t find anything,” said Ashley. “You would either need to gut the whole...

Yes, there are two people in this month’s Hang Out article. Why? The power duo are the latest additions to the 605 Magazine team. Editorial assistant Kyle Determan and account manager Taylor Hanson are passionate about the outdoors, South Dakota, and (most importantly) food....