605 Magazine

605 Magazine is a free, monthly publication that is independently owned and distributed across South Dakota. Essentially, 605 Magazine showcases everything related to South Dakota. Since its launch in 2009, founders John and Alana Snyder, along with their skilled team, have explored the “605 state” to bring readers the latest news and events. In addition to the print version, 605 Magazine is accessible through a complimentary app, available online, and features a monthly podcast called The 605 Show. The magazine also hosts two special annual events: the 605 Summer Classic and the 605 Black Hills Classic, which include an All-SD Beer Tasting and a night filled with local and regional music.

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Take a One-Tank Trip to Sioux Falls

4 days ago | 605magazine.com | Cailyn Patterson

As you plan out your summer schedule, consider a weekend in South Dakota’s largest city. Not only is Sioux Falls an affordable destination, but it can also be driven to with one tank of fuel from many places like Minneapolis, Omaha, Des Moines, Sioux City, and Rapid City. Make it a good old-fashioned road-trip type of summer!As you arrive in Sioux Falls, begin on a high note with a stop at the city’s namesake, Falls Park.
Caffeine in Kimball // Coffee Cantina

4 weeks ago | 605magazine.com | Cailyn Patterson

What started out as a college business project in 2013 turned into Amy Gough’s career and passion. “I chose coffee for the project and learned so much about the industry while doing the homework assignment; I found I really wanted to pursue this in real life,” she recalled. In 2022, a building was up for sale in Kimball, and Gough took advantage of the opportunity, bought the building, attended a coffee school, and opened Coffee Cantina in 2023.
605 Profile // Shauna Fox-Hamilton

4 weeks ago | 605magazine.com | Cailyn Patterson

Shauna Fox-Hamilton of Sioux Falls is getting to the “root of the problem” for patients through the fascia with Myofascial Release (MFR) Therapy to help with long-term healing. The Occupational Therapist (OT) says to understand MFR, people need to first understand what the fascia is. “Fasica is a connective tissue that runs continuously throughout your entire body—it supports every other system in your body like muscles, bones, nerves, organs, and blood vessels,” Fox-Hamilton explained.
Changing the Game // Ro.Sham.Bo Creative

4 weeks ago | 605magazine.com | Cailyn Patterson

There’s a rebranded marketing and advertising agency in Rapid City that’s “ready to rock” the marketing game. A&B Business Solutions acquired Robert Sharp & Associates (an agency with over 30 years of experience) after A&B owner Dennis Aanenson wanted the ability to provide his customers with marketing services. “Dennis has always lived by the belief that if A&B can’t solve your problem, he will find someone who can,” said vice president of marketing of A&B Business Solutions Angela Avila.
605 Spotlight // South Dakota Art Museum

4 weeks ago | 605magazine.com | Cailyn Patterson

“There isn’t a single artistic identity that defines South Dakota. It’s perhaps best to think of it more as an artistic landscape—as art in South Dakota is as diverse as the state’s geography,” said South Dakota Art Museum director Donna Merkt. The South Dakota Art Museum honors the foundational visions that have shaped the museum, from notable contributors to generous artistic efforts.
We Can’t Wait // The Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium

4 weeks ago | 605magazine.com | Cailyn Patterson

After combining forces in 2023, the Great Plains Zoo and the Butterfly House & Aquarium of Sioux Falls have been hard at work on a “rezoovenation.” “Our planned projects—including the butterfly garden, aquarium, and education center—resonate deeply with the community, not only because they enrich the quality of life in our region, but also because they drive tourism in southeastern South Dakota and deliver significant economic benefits,” said Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium COO Audrey Otto-Pepper.
Remote Retreat // Joy Ranch

4 weeks ago | 605magazine.com | Cailyn Patterson

“The organization’s core mission is to empower individuals of all ages and abilities to achieve life-changing experiences through equine companionship and compassionate support, while fostering growth, resilience, and a sense of community,” said office manager Alexys Thorson of Joy Ranch in Florence. Joy Ranch—a 126-acre attraction—is full of experiences for any type of event a few miles outside of Watertown.
On the Menu // Preacher Smith’s Taproom & Commons

4 weeks ago | 605magazine.com | Cailyn Patterson

For those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Main Street in Deadwood, there’s a new (modern) watering hole in town. Preacher Smith’s Taproom & Commons recently opened in The Lodge at Deadwood, located next to Oggie’s Sports Bar.
Hang Out With // Kasi Haberman

4 weeks ago | 605magazine.com | Cailyn Patterson

“This industry truly has my heart,” said Kasi Haberman of the Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association. Haberman’s career began as a marketing manager for two shopping centers in Omaha and transitioned to the director role at Visit Yankton after moving back home—a transition she says was “seamless” with her shopping center experience. “That role, focused on promoting a collective while nurturing individual businesses, mirrors the collaborative spirit of destination marketing,” she described.
On the Menu // R Bar Steakhouse

1 month ago | 605magazine.com | Cailyn Patterson

R Bar Steakhouse, a Lemmon staple, recently came under new ownership by Rayna Bergin as of January 1 of this year. As one of the oldest buildings in town, the bar and restaurant continues to make its mark on the community, bringing people together whether they’re locals or travelers, Bergin says. “I just fell in love with it; getting to know people. They come in and we visit with them,” said Bergin.