Growing Places – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode of Growing Places, SMGA CEO Tyler Tordsen sits down with Executive Director of Lewis and Clark Regional Water System - Troy Larson! Tune in for a discussion covering Troy's background, Sioux Falls eateries, and SMGA's 2024 Growth Summit on water.
 
Get tickets to the 2024 Growth Summit here!

Troy's Hidden Gem: Lalibela Ethiopian Restaurant
Recommendations: Sambusa or Beef Tibs (Troy gets both!)

Hidden Gem: "something valuable or special that is not well know as maybe it should be. It can refer to a person, place, or object, preferably in the in Sioux Metro."

On this episode of Growing Places SMGA CEO Tyler Tordsen sits downs with Mayor Casey Voelker of Tea and Mayor Danny Fergen of Lennox.

Mayor Voelker's Hidden Gems- Squealers Smoke Shack in Tea and Sioux Valley Grille in Canton.

Mayor Fergen's Hidden Gems- El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant in Lennox and the Royal Bake Shop in Centerville. 

Hidden Gem: 'something valuable or special that is not well know as maybe it should be. It can refer to a person, place, or object, preferably in the in Sioux Metro."

Happy 50th Birthday Brandon, SD! In honor the city's milestone, we welcomed Jeremy Risty, President of the Brandon Historical Society and Social Studies teacher at Brandon Valley High School, as a guest in this week's episode. 

Jeremy joins SMGA's Miranda Basye to discuss all things Brandon, including the restoration of a local 1870 cabin in collaboration with the City of Brandon and various community members.  Jeremy also talks about Brandon's 50th Birthday Celebration in collaboration with the Brandon Optimist Club, as well as his love for the growing community!

Plus! Check out this episode's hidden gems!
The Upper Room
Palisades State Park

Lennox, SD located just 15 minutes from the Sioux Falls Scheels boasts a desirable small-town charm and the buzz of growth. SESD Rough Sawn Lumber's owner and operator, Chris DeHann begins his journey of taking his 8-year venture to the next step of expanding his space and services to feature a full-service lumber yard with a ceremonial groundbreaking on July 10th.

Chris, local landowner Paul Johnson and Lennox City Administrator Nate VanderPlaats all join SMGA's Miranda Basye in this episode of Growing Places to share their story to this milestone.

Plus! Check out this episode's hidden gems!
SESD Rough Sawn Lumber (Lennox Lumber Co)
Chuck's Drive-in

Linda Kokenge, founder and owner of Zook's Coffee Bar in Tea, SD joins Miranda Basye in this week's Growing Places. Linda shares her story of entrepreneurship, her love for marketing, her passion for the community of Tea, and what might be next in the Zook's coffee owner's business ventures.

Plus, catch this week's hidden gem, Palisades State Park in Garretson!

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"Heart of Harrisburg" is a five-year initiative laying the foundation for a booming community future. Join Adam Walsh, Harrisburg Economic Development Corporation board chair, and Lisa Zens, Director of Economic Development to learn how Harrisburg continues to intentally grow. There's ample land, and the "Heart of Harrisburg" program provides for land use planning, and economic development that will complement business, educational, residential, and recreational activities that will position Harrisburg for a well-rounded economy in the decades to come.

Plus, check out Adam's hidden gem, AirMadness! 

SD Secretary of Labor and Regulation, Marcia Hultman, and the Apprenticeship Program Manager, Tara Bartekoske join SMGA's Miranda Basye and Ryan Solberg in discussing SD's labor market trends, the StartToday SD Apprenticeship Program and of course their favorite hidden gems in the metro. PLUS, catch some data points about SD's work ethic and productivity trends!

Email Tara's team! StartToday@state.sd.us
Get business support for starting an apprentice program! https://www.starttodaysd.com/businesses/about

SMGA is thrilled to welcome Lauren Teller to the team as our 2023 Summer Intern! She's already made an impact to our work. As a Sioux Falls native and senior at Augustana University studying English, Government/International Affairs, and Spanish, Lauren hits the ground running with policy work, writing, and research.

Learn more about Lauren in this week's Growing Places. Plus! Catch her favorite hidden gem, Lunch Thyme in Crooks!

Garrett Gross and Bob Fitch know a thing or two about storytelling. Add Mindy's technical expertise, and you've rounded out the skill set of one of the leanest, most impactful media teams in our region!

AGE Media and Promotion, proud publisher of SMGA's own Growing Places Magazine joins host Miranda Basye to talk small town stories, business lessons, and relationship building. Plus, get clued in on a few NEW hidden gems out in the metro.

Waddy's Bar - Hudson, SD
Chuck's Drive-in - Lennox, SD
Schmeckfest - Freeman, SD
Manolis Grocery - Huron, SD

Interested in advertising in an AGE Media publication (including the SMGA Growing Places Magazine)? Contact Bob or Garret today!
Garrett Gross - garrett@agemedia.pub
Bob Fitch - bob@agemedia.pub

It's not often a town of 900 sees a tattoo artist setup up shop on main street.  Catalyst Tattoo owners, Stephan and Dan are enjoying life in small town South Dakota and finding success in their craft. 

Join this week's episode with Stephan, Dan, and Jared Hybertson to learn more about one of Centerville's newest businesses. We know you'll love the joy, energy, and excitement these gentlemen bring in the show!