605 Magazine

Experience views of Sioux Falls and Falls Park that haven’t been seen in more than 100 years. The Steel District—a Lloyd Companies development—started demolition in 2021, and in 2024 unveiled the new neighborhood blending a variety of upscale dining, unique retail, a high-end hotel,...

Tin Lizzie Gaming Resort in Deadwood has come a long way since its purchase in 2001.  “Blue Sky Gaming bought Tin Lizzie in December of 2001, and then 2002 is when it kind of kicked off. That's when there was the coup d'etat,” said Tin...

With the help of a neighbor contractor, Travis Electric was started out of Travis and Wendy Kuehl’s garage in Hartford in May 2005.  “As a young family man, we had three kids, and my neighbor was a general contractor. I worked for a larger company...

“I’m proud the university and college never gave up on their dream to have nursing at Northern,” said Dr. Alyssa Kiesow, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Northern State University.  Though the process has been in progress for over a decade, Kiesow...

“My passion to help people is what led me to non-profit leadership,” said Lori Dykstra, CEO of Feeding South Dakota.  After graduating from the University of South Dakota, Dykstra spent time developing strong leadership skills to serve her community.  Feeding South Dakota began in 1975 as...

Infinity Sedation Dentistry started in Sioux Falls in 2013 under the name Sioux Falls Implant and Sedation Dentistry. As of April 2024, the clinic operates by prioritizing patient needs with specialists all under one roof.  Director of operations Tanner Robbins reflects on the practice’s rich...

“I genuinely couldn’t imagine doing anything else,” said Kylee Meyer Reed, owner of Kylee Jade - Photographer.  “Photos have held so much meaning and joy for me, and I wanted to help others have that, too,” she said.  Meyer Reed’s love for photography started back in...

Many wedding planners agree that personalizing your wedding and exploring unique trends will result in making your special day the best it can be.  But what if you could personalize your wedding day down to the smallest details?  The world of custom accessories is changing the...

After working in college at a local flower shop and in different seasonal hospitality and customer service jobs, Grace Nicolaus opened Olive & Grace Floral Design Company in Sioux Falls. She kicked off the 2018 wedding season working out of her parents’ basement.  “I never will...

Sometimes the smallest spark of inspiration can bloom into a beautiful work of art.  Prairie Lane Vintage Rentals event designer Raegan Beck learned this the fun way. After joining the team in May 2024, she was approached by owners Nicole and Matt Gappa and asked...