The man who knows everything about Sioux Falls? Easy. Mayor Paul TenHaken. The mayor sits down with Jeff Thurn to talk about what's happening in the city, the future of Sioux Falls, and stuff to look out for. Falls Area Bicyclists, otherwise known as FAB, has over 100 bikers in this organization. Their mission is to welcome all bikes on their rides and teach the community about biking in the Sioux Empire. Matt Cook of FAB joins the show to talk about the program and the rules of the road for bikers.

If you have an idea or are looking to start a business but have no idea what you're doing, then you should visit StartUp Sioux Falls. This redesigned organization in the Sioux Empire focuses on ideas, businesses, mentorships, and networking opportunities to help people get started with their career journeys. Brienne Maner of StartUp Sioux Falls joins the program to talk about the history of StartUp Sioux Falls, how the community can get involved, and its mission.

You can expect some changes the next time you fish or hunt in South Dakota. The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Wildlife Conservation Officer, Justin Harman, joins us in the studio to talk about the new laws that went into effect on July 1st. Anyone who has further questions about these new fishing and hunting regulations can always visit the South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks. Falls Area Bicyclists, otherwise known as FAB, has over 100 bikers in this organization. Their mission is to welcome all bikes on their rides and teach the community about biking in the Sioux Empire. Matt Cook of FAB joins the show to talk about the program and the rules of the road for bikers.

The Children's Inn has been busy lately. For one, they recently announced that they are expanding their operations. It's great but bittersweet. This expansion only means that more people in the Sioux Empire need to use the Children's Inn to escape from domestic violence. That's why the Drive Out Domestic Violence campaign is so important. For the month of July, you can expect to see ambassadors over social media sharing facts about domestic violence and starting a conversation. It's so important to educate others and this campaign shows others that hope is truly stronger than fear. Staci with the Children's Inn tells us about this continued fight and how the community can get involved."

If you have an idea or are looking to start a business but have no idea what you're doing, then you should visit StartUp Sioux Falls. This redesigned organization in the Sioux Empire focuses on ideas, businesses, mentorships, and networking opportunities to help people get started with their career journeys. Brienne Maner of StartUp Sioux Falls joins the program to talk about the history of StartUp Sioux Falls, how the community can get involved, and its mission. You can also visit startupsiouxfalls.com for more information.

The Children's Inn has been busy lately. For one, they recently announced that they are expanding their operations. It's great but bittersweet. This expansion only means that more people in the Sioux Empire need to use the Children's Inn to escape from domestic violence. That's why the Drive Out Domestic Violence campaign is so important. For the month of July, you can expect to see ambassadors over social media sharing facts about domestic violence and starting a conversation. It's so important to educate others and this campaign shows others that hope is truly stronger than fear. Staci with the Children's Inn tells us about this continued fight and how the community can get involved.

The 4th of July is coming up and that only means one thing...fireworks. Here's the deal: Fireworks are legal to use in South Dakota. However, there are limits and you can't light them within the city limits of Sioux Falls. But if you do decide to celebrate the 4th with fireworks, Sioux Falls Fire Rescue Fire Inspector, Brandon Fey gives up fire safety tips and other fun activities to do on the 4th. Plus, Sioux Falls Animal Control Supervisor Julie DeJong gives us tips to keep our pets safe and why they really shouldn't be involved with firework activities during the 4th of July. Hope Haven is one of the many non-profit organizations around the Sioux Empire. Brooke Kooima from Hope Haven sits in on the program to talk about the organization and how COVID-19 has affected them.

Last year was complicated and stressful. But the Helpline Center was there to help every step of the way. The Marketing Director for the Helpline Center, Wendy Dooley, talks about how the Helpline Center assisted the state during COVID, how their own team adjusted to the new normal, and the new expansion to the Helpline Center coming in July of 2022! As always, if you or someone you know is struggling with mental health please encourage to seek out help by calling 211.

The 2020 tourism season in South Dakota and in Sioux Falls went down thanks to COVID-19. However, there is hope and excitement for the 2021 tourism season, especially here in Sioux Falls. The Executive Director from Experience Sioux Falls, Teri Schmidt joins this show to talk about last year's season, the hope they have for the summer of 2021, and what people can expect this tourism season.

Summer is making a comeback in Sioux Falls. Pools are opening, concerts and events are back, new businesses are moving to the Sioux Empire, the list just continues to grow. Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken talks about these exciting changes with Jeff Thurn along with the new State Veterans Cemetery, crime rates in the city, and if Mayor TenHaken will run for another term. If anyone needs to know the latest in Sioux Falls. Mayor TenHaken is the guy.Mental health conversations are so important, especially during COVID when everyone felt isolated from the world. Family Service Inc. in Sioux Falls was there for people throughout the pandemic to navigate the challenges of having mental health. Kryin Wahlmeier and Sarah Shoffner of Family Service Inc. discuss their organization along with the first 5k walk/run on Saturday, June 19th. The run will be located in downtown Sioux Falls! This run/walk is meant to help bring awareness to mental health. More information can be found on Family Service Inc.'s social media pages or by calling (605)-336-1974.