605 Magazine

“Bibi” was BibiSol’s owner and chef Marcela Salas’ nickname growing up. “In Persian, the word means 'matriarch, grandmother, or female leader' within a community,” revealed Salas. “We found it fit our brand, mission, and our vision, honoring the matriarchal line within my family.” Before BibiSol, Salas...

Christin and Josh Blom had their first date at Ben’s Brewing Co.—a downtown Yankton staple.  “ always had a special place in our hearts, and we've enjoyed the atmosphere,” said Christin. “It's a fun sports bar. We've really always loved the place.” After 19 years in...

The Sioux Falls 12th annual Burger Battle showdown concluded early February after the winner was announced and a new award was debuted. The Burger Battle started 12 years ago, and was thought up by both community and business members in the downtown area to increase...

Energize! Exploring Innovative Rural Communities Conference was inspired by a similar conference in Nebraska—Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference—both aiming to empower small communities with ideas to uplift their towns.  “We enjoyed the opportunity to immerse ourselves in a rural community throughout the conference, and we left...

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...