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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Finding Beauty in the Intentional // Timberbloom Home & Lifestyle
"I felt like I wasn’t the only one,” began Katie Voss, describing how she was trying to be more intentional about her purchases.
In 2020, the stay-at-home mom...
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...
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...
The 605 Show Podcast // Episode 66
The 605 Show is back again from Thinker Networks and joined by Tina Erickson from South Dakota Pork Producers Council and Jess Danko from South Dakota Foundation...
6 Things To Do in October
1. 11th Annual Fall Volksmarch
October 1 • Crazy Horse Memorial • 7 a.m.
Lace up your hiking boots and make your way to...
605 Spotlight // The BLU on Lorraine
Along the shore of Lake Lorraine sits The BLU on Lorraine, a luxury apartment complex introducing the Sioux Falls community to waterfront living at its finest.
The stand-alone...
On The Menu // Akasha World Kitchen
Robert Hertz has held a lifelong dream to create a dining experience that transcends borders and embraces the diversity of global cuisine.
The South Dakota native ventured to...



















