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Sanford Health Unveils 30-Year Master Plan for Sioux Falls Campus Expansion

Sanford Health Unveils 30-Year Master Plan for Sioux Falls Campus Expansion

Sanford Health has revealed an extensive 30-year master plan for its central Sioux Falls campus, aiming for significant expansion and vertical growth. The plan, submitted as an updated Planned Unit Development (PUD) to the city, outlines potential development across 109 acres, stretching from roughly 16th to 26th streets and from West to Prairie avenues. This includes properties currently owned by Sanford, such as rental homes, and others whose owners have agreed to be part of the PUD. The current contiguous property spans 88 acres, within which the master plan details numerous expansion options. Construction has already begun on Medical Building 4, a two-story, 52,000-square-foot facility focusing on dermatology and plastic surgery, scheduled for completion by late 2027. This new building will free up space in the Talley Building for the USD School of Medicine’s M.D. program. According to Kris Denevan, vice president of facilities and support services, a core philosophy is to 'grow where you’re planted,' ...

Former Foster Youth Sam Uwizeyimana Pursues Law Degree with Support from Community Resource Program

Former Foster Youth Sam Uwizeyimana Pursues Law Degree with Support from Community Resource Program

Sam Uwizeyimana, a 28-year-old former foster youth who experienced homelessness during high school in Sioux Falls, is now on track to earn a law degree from the USD Knudson School of Law in 2028. Uwizeyimana's journey was significantly aided by the Community Resource Program, a state contract administered by LSS of South Dakota. This program supports youths aged 16 to 21 in foster care or those transitioning to adulthood, providing assistance with employment, education, housing, life skills, and health resources. Uwizeyimana, who once lived in motels and on the streets while ensuring his younger brothers had shelter, connected with the program after the South Dakota Department of Social Services became custodians of him and his siblings. The program helped him secure scholarship funding for his undergraduate education at USD and provided starter items for his first apartment, enabling him to pursue his academic and career aspirations.

Sanford Health Unveils Decades-Long Master Plan for Sioux Falls Campus Expansion

Sanford Health Unveils Decades-Long Master Plan for Sioux Falls Campus Expansion

Sanford Health has revealed a comprehensive master plan for its central Sioux Falls campus, outlining potential expansions over the next 30 years. The plan envisions the campus spanning from approximately 16th to 26th streets and from West to Prairie avenues, encompassing 109 acres, including properties not currently owned by Sanford but agreeable to inclusion in the Planned Unit Development (PUD). Construction has already begun on Medical Building 4, a two-story, 52,000-square-foot facility dedicated to dermatology and plastic surgery, scheduled for completion by late 2027. This new building will also free up space in the Talley Building for the USD School of Medicine’s M.D. program. The master plan details numerous options for vertical and horizontal expansion, including adding multiple stories to existing buildings and constructing new multi-story medical or office buildings, parking ramps, and even potential live/work residential units.

Majority Leader John Thune States Year-Round E15 Requires Compromise with Small Oil Refiners

Majority Leader John Thune States Year-Round E15 Requires Compromise with Small Oil Refiners

Majority Leader John Thune, R-South Dakota, has indicated that the year-round sale of E15, a higher ethanol-blended gasoline, lacks sufficient votes in the U.S. Senate unless concessions are made for small oil refineries. Thune made these remarks during the Midwest Agricultural Export Summit in Sioux Falls, responding to a question from Walter Wendland, president of the South Dakota Ethanol Producers Association. A lower E10 blend is currently available year-round, and proponents of E15 argue it would bolster the farm economy and enhance energy independence. However, without specific legislation, summertime E15 sales necessitate a federal waiver. The dispute primarily revolves around the Renewable Fuel Standard, which mandates oil refiners to blend a minimum amount of renewable fuels or purchase compliance credits. Small refineries, defined as those processing 75,000 or fewer barrels daily, can seek exemptions if they demonstrate that compliance would cause them “disproportionate economic hardship.” The Ho...

Severe Weather Threat Returns to Southeastern South Dakota, Including Sioux Falls Area

Severe Weather Threat Returns to Southeastern South Dakota, Including Sioux Falls Area

Southeastern parts of South Dakota, including the Sioux Falls area, are under a First Alert Weather Day due to a returning threat of severe weather. A Level 2 of 5 severe weather threat has been highlighted for locations east of the Missouri River, with a broader Level 1 threat covering much of the area. Storm development is anticipated to begin in the late afternoon hours and could persist into the overnight hours of Tuesday morning. The primary concerns are large hail and strong wind gusts, though an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out, particularly in the far southeastern regions. Residents are advised to remain weather-aware and follow updates from the First Alert Weather Team. Another opportunity for showers and thunderstorms is expected on Tuesday, with areas along and south of I-90 being particularly susceptible to strong winds and large hail late in the day and into the evening.

Tripp County Residents Advocate for Zoning Regulations Amid Proposed Hog Confinement Project

Tripp County Residents Advocate for Zoning Regulations Amid Proposed Hog Confinement Project

Residents of Tripp County, South Dakota, are pushing for the implementation of zoning regulations in response to a proposed 10,000-head hog confinement facility by Pipestone Management. The county is one of nine in South Dakota without zoning laws governing confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs). A public meeting, organized by Dakota Rural Action, highlighted concerns about the industrial-scale project, which residents fear will negatively impact local agriculture, water resources, and property values. Commissioners recently declined a motion to consider temporary zoning, prompting residents to explore further actions, including petitions and a potential special election. The proposed facility, planned for Banner Township, would be owned by four families and employ 28 people, using an estimated 55,000 gallons of water daily from artesian wells and rural water, though some residents cite higher water usage estimates for similar operations.

Luxury Concrete Estate in Sioux Falls Offers Secluded Resort-Style Living

Luxury Concrete Estate in Sioux Falls Offers Secluded Resort-Style Living

Luxury Concrete Estate in Sioux Falls Offers Secluded Resort-Style Living

Cleveland's Slavic Village Tests 'People's Budget' Pilot Program Amidst Procedural Concerns

Cleveland's Slavic Village Tests 'People's Budget' Pilot Program Amidst Procedural Concerns

A six-month, $100,000 pilot program, spearheaded by Participatory Budgeting Cleveland (PB CLE), is nearing its conclusion in Cleveland's Slavic Village. The initiative aims to empower residents to identify neighborhood priorities and allocate funds accordingly. Residents of high-school age and older in Slavic Village are currently voting on 10 project proposals, selected from 125 submitted ideas, with the top five receiving funding. Projects include expanding a pet food pantry and creating a year-round garden center. The pilot is funded by $75,000 from the Cleveland Freedom Dreams Coalition and $25,000 from the Third Federal Foundation. While PB CLE asserts the program demonstrates the viability of community governance, some residents, including longtime activist Odetta Fields, have raised concerns regarding the voting process and the vetting of project proposals. Fields specifically questioned the lack of ID requirements for voting, the steering committee's influence over proposal selection, and the poten...

Rochester City Council Overturns Heritage Preservation Commission Decision, Allowing Development in Historic District

Rochester City Council Overturns Heritage Preservation Commission Decision, Allowing Development in Historic District

The Rochester City Council, in a divided 4-3 vote, reversed a decision by the Heritage Preservation Commission, granting preliminary approval for potential changes to three buildings on South Broadway Avenue. These buildings are located within the city's downtown historic district. The proposed development, estimated at $23 million, involves removing the rear sections of the buildings and adding a new seven-story addition to create 35 additional apartments. This decision was made despite objections from 44 current and former residents who expressed concerns about the impact on the community and the preservation of historic integrity. Council member Norman Wahl, while supporting the reversal, acknowledged the overwhelming lack of public support. The approval allows developers to submit formal plans for the project, which will then undergo further review before building permits can be issued.

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Skip the Hollywood Bowl. Jonas Brothers tour headed to Palm Desert

Skip the Hollywood Bowl. Jonas Brothers tour headed to Palm Desert

The Jonas Brothers bring their 'Burning Up' tour to Acrisure Arena on Nov. 17. See how to get tickets.

Volunteers Enhance Capitol Green Connector in Jackson with New Tree Plantings

Volunteers Enhance Capitol Green Connector in Jackson with New Tree Plantings

Volunteers in Jackson, Mississippi, participated in a Museum Trail Community Planting Day along the Capitol Green Connector. This initiative involved planting new trees and landscaping as construction progresses on the next phase of the trail, which extends into Downtown Jackson. The newly planted trees are intended to provide future shade, support native habitats, improve stormwater management, and create a more inviting environment for pedestrians and cyclists using the corridor. The Capitol Green Connector is designed to extend the Museum Trail, establishing a new pedestrian and bicycle route that will link key downtown destinations such as the Old Capitol Museum, Hal & Mal’s and Martins, and the Two Mississippi Museums. This segment is a crucial part of a larger trail network, with plans to eventually connect to the future Arts District Connector, aiming to enhance safe and accessible movement throughout downtown neighborhoods, cultural institutions, businesses, and public spaces.

Jonas Brothers Announce 45-City ‘Burning Up’ North American Tour Dates

Jonas Brothers Announce 45-City ‘Burning Up’ North American Tour Dates

The Jonas Brothers, who have been road warriors in recent years, have announced a massive 45-city North American tour that continues their “Burning Up Tour All Over Again.” Magnus Ferrell, Franklin Jonas, and All Time Low will be special guests on select dates. Promoted by Live Nation, the tour kicks off on Friday, September 25 […]