605 Magazine

“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...

Choosing a venue to host your wedding day can be a daunting task. From barns to gardens and historical buildings, the 605 Weddings team has you covered. This alphabetical list of tried and true South Dakota venues will inspire you to take a closer...

“I loved getting to see multiple vendors come together to make one cohesive design,” said Josie Holzwarth, event planner and marketing media coordinator for Jane Rae Events. “From the makeup to the stationery, everything was planned and executed to match one vision.” 605 Weddings assembled...

Bodin and Mikka Nichols met in Mikka's hometown— Watford City, ND—when Bodin was visiting his dad for a few weeks of the summer. As the summer drew to a close and Bodin didn't get the chance to visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Mikka played the...