605 Magazine

“If you would have asked me five years ago if I would have a flower farm someday, I probably would have laughed,” said Christy Heckathorn.  Today, the flower farmer, florist, wife, and mother is the owner of a picturesque plot just 10 minutes north of...

After maintaining the same identity and tactics for over 25 years, Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association found it was time for a refresh. “It was essential to refresh the branding and realign the organization’s methods and strategies,” said Kasi Haberman, the executive director of the...

On the stormiest weekend of this spring, 605’s John Snyder, Gabby Sudenga, and I packed up our Sprinter Van and drove out to the Black Hills to meet Carrie Gerlach—a South Dakota fanatic, travel addict, and owner of Black Hills Adventure Tours.  After working in...

“Wild Water West Waterpark looks to provide family fun during the summer,” said office manager and marketing coordinator Kara Harms. “We provide wholesome, clean, family entertainment for the southeast South Dakota region.”  Since 1990, the waterpark has become a highly sought-after destination for the young...

Along the busy street of Philips Avenue in downtown Sioux Falls is an outdoor bandshell with a mission of building community through music.  The Levitt at the Falls hosts 50 musical acts throughout the months of June to September.  “The Levitt provides a space for anyone...

“The Outdoor Campus is the educational side of South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks,” said school program coordinator Joe Salvati. “We teach people of all ages about outdoor skills and conservation.” Salvati began his journey as an intern with the Outdoor Campus in 2019 before...

In the heart of Sturgis lies family-owned winery Belle Joli Winery Sparkling House. Co-owner and winemaker Matthew Jackson discovered his passion for winemaking at an early age. After growing up with a vineyard background, he attended California State University, Fresno to pursue the Enology Program...

Nestled in the lush prairie and woods of the state is Hunters Pointe Shooting Complex. The outdoor arena in Humboldt serves as a haven for beginners and enthusiasts in outdoor shooting, offering a wide array of ranges and facilities to cater to various skill...

Event Details: June 3 - 4 // W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds // 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. and 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Come one, come all good lords and ladies to the 22nd Annual Siouxland Renaissance Festival. The two-day affair brings people of all ages...

The 605 Show went live from Thinker Networks and was joined by Dr. Lauren Skattum from Britt Haus to discuss Lauren’s move from Florida...