605 Stops By // Vinyahd Restaurant Group
For Riccardo Tarabelsi, the thought of a career in the restaurant industry had never crossed his mind until his wife, Marybeth, was pregnant with their first child.
“At the time, my wife was a registered nurse and had to be put on bed rest, so...
Visualizing Success // Brookings Vision Center
Throughout his 33 years of practice in Optometry, Dr. Clayton Twitero knew in his heart that he wanted to open his own private practice. He did just that after returning to Brookings from the Twin Cities in 2000.
In 2000, he opened Brookings Vision Center...
Downtown Delights // Downtown Chamberlain
Chamberlain is a riverside small town with a charming strip that harbors some surprising gems.
At the heart of Chamberlain lies Main Street, a bustling hub of activities and shops that offers both residents and visitors an array of experiences.
From its rich history to its...
Meet the Creative // Tom Bates
“I stumbled upon the interest of graphic design,” shared Tom Bates.
Growing up in Waverly, Iowa, a career in art and design remained foreign to Bates until his mother introduced him to the term “graphic design.”
“I grew up with an interest in art and was naturally...
605 Stops By // Great Plains Zoo Creative Creatures Art Show
This holiday season, creativity and wildlife converge in a large display of artistry and imagination at the Great Plains Zoo Creative Creatures Art Show.
The innovative event invites artists to showcase their talents while celebrating the diverse and awe-inspiring creatures that inhabit the planet.
“I believe...
605 Spotlight // Martin Dill
In the heart of Sioux Falls, there exists a vibrant hub of culture, commerce, and community—downtown Sioux Falls. Amidst the bustling streets and businesses is Martin Dill and his team of red shirts known as the Downtown Sioux Falls Ambassadors.
“We do everything that makes...
On The Menu // Nerdy Nuts
When Erika and Craig Mount introduced their small business to their home state of South Dakota, the two never envisioned the rapid growth they would accomplish.
Nerdy Nuts began in 2018 after the couple returned home to Rapid City from Colorado. The pair had become...
A Restaurant Rebrand // Bella Cucina Italian Ristorante
Bella Cucina Italian Ristorante is truly a family affair. Once the home of popular Pizza Di Paolo, the South Minnesota Avenue location went through a rebrand when previous owner Linda Napolitano passed the keys to brother-in-law Don Napolitano.
Linda’s husband, Dennis, passed away and was...
605 Profile // Cham Phan
“It has always been my plan to be an artist since middle school,” said Cham Phan.
The Sioux Falls-based artist discovered his love of art at a young age. To escape the harsh realities of life, Phan visited parks and the downtown scene, watching the...
Connecting to Culture // A Look at Mental Health on the Reservation
Trigger Warning: The following story references topics like self-harm, substance use, and mental health, including PTSD.
“The mental health of our youth is declining,” said Peter Lengkeek, chairman of the Great Crow Creek Sioux Tribe.
Mental health challenges are pervasive across millions of people, and current...
