We Are 605

 

Do you have a favorite South Dakota Artist?

 

“I really like Altman Studeny.”

 

Natalie Hass
Sioux Falls

 

How would you describe the culture of South Dakota?

 

“It has a very rural farm culture and heritage. You don’t have to lock your doors, and you don’t have to worry about anything… In Sioux Falls, especially, there’s definitely a pride in the history of the city. ”

 

Stan Raye,
Tyndall

 

What is your favorite thing about South Dakota?

 

“As of [May 22], we have become official South Dakotans. We’re originally from West Virginia. We just went to Falls Park, and that’s really one of the things that brought us here.”

 

Revia & Delbert Daniels,
Sioux Falls

 

What are your summer plans?

 

“This summer I am looking forward to spending more time outdoors—hiking, I hope to learn how to swim, running, golfing, and just being downtown. I really like to run on the bike trails in Sioux Falls and spend time at Good Earth State Park.”

 

Benson Langat,
Sioux Falls

 

IF YOU COULD GO ON A DREAM ROAD TRIP, WHERE WOULD IT BE AND WHY?

 

“I’ve always wanted to drive from Alaska to the bottom of South America. It would be the ultimate road trip for me. I think there would be so much cultural experience to enjoy and new places to see.”

 

Erika Ristau
Black Hills

 

WHAT IS THE BEST PART ABOUT OWNING A BUSINESS?

 

“Two best things about owning a business: One is a sense of accomplishment and seeing your business grow, and then having a sense of freedom.”

 

Jeff Mann, Vishnu Bunny Tattoo & Piercing
Sioux Falls

 

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE COCKTAIL?

 

“The Raspberry Collins at Carpenter Bar is my current go-to drink.”

 

Kaylyn Deiter
Sioux Falls

 

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR HOME?

 

“I love making dinner with my husband in our newly-remodeled kitchen.”

 

Amanda Rennich
Sioux Falls

 

HOW DO YOU TREAT YOURSELF?

 

“I love to grab breakfast or brunch with my friends at least once a week.”

 

Logan Enze
Sioux Falls

 

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE  AND LEAST FAVORITE HOLIDAY SONG?

 

“Santa Claus is Coming to Town is my least favorite.”

 

Twisted Sister’s A Twisted Christmas album is really good for a rock ‘n’ roll band. Patty and I listen to it just for fun sometimes.”

 

Patty & David Bell
Tourists

 

WHAT IS THE WEIRDEST COMFORT FOOD THAT YOU LOVE?

 

“Strawberry jam with bacon on a piece of toast. You got your sweet and salty.”

 

Jeanine Deutz
Sioux Falls

 

YOUR BEST HALLOWEEN COSTUME YET?

 

“When I was in law school, we did a group costume of the Running of the Bulls. A guy in a bull costume would chase us through the bars.”

 

Mike Snyder
Sioux Falls

 

HOW DO YOU DEFINE ART?

 

“Art is interpreted by how everybody sees it… Just like beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, it’s the same with art.”

 

Erik Premer
Sioux Falls

 

WHAT MAKES YOUR HOUSE A HOME?

 

“Having a dog to greet you when you come home.”

 

Mikayla Weaver
Brookings

 

IF YOU COULD TRAVEL ANYWHERE IN SOUTH DAKOTA, WHERE WOULD IT BE AND WHY?

 

“I’d go to Pierre [and Ft. Pierre]. I haven’t seen the Fighting Stallions statue or the Veterans Memorial.”

 

Kathy Winter
Garretson

 

WHAT SUMMER EVENT OR ACTIVITY ARE YOU MOST EXCITED FOR?

 

“I’m most excited about exploring the state parks, because the state does a really good job at keeping them up, and they’re fun to explore!”

 

Alix Hentges
Sioux Falls