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I have been focusing on two words lately – Transition and Change. They elicit different emotions. Before doing my research, I thought of transition as smooth, easy, and positive; and change as abrupt, unwelcome, and disruptive. Then, I did some research and found the following explanation: It is helpful to think of change as the …

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As we begin 2023, Siouxland GO reflected not only on last year, but also celebrated the last two decades as an organization. While most of our current members were not around for the start of Siouxland (formerly Sioux City) GO in 2002, we’ve met others in the community, maybe even our co-workers and bosses, who …

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I can easily go into many shortfalls I have in life. How many words do I get in this space? 10k? Not enough. My morning show co-host Candice Nash teased me all the time because of one small incident a decade ago. I was working on a home project and I needed some help from …

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Who? Iowa’s West Coast Initiative and Downtown Partners will again host the Small Business Marketplace in downtown Sioux City this holiday season!  What? Small Business Marketplace is in its 3rd year of operation. It is designed to provide local vendors the opportunity to discover the downtown market, while creating a convenient one stop shop for …

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There are so many experts in their field contributing to this magazine. I’ve been fortunate to interact with many of these talented individuals on the “Starting Conversations with Stacie and Tony” podcast on Apple iTunes and other pod platforms. As I said before, in this space, I’ve learned so much by simply listening to their …

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If you have regularly followed Up From The Earth’s articles in the last three issues of Siouxland Magazine, you will recall that each article was part of a trilogy highlighting the three elements that are essential to Up From The Earth’s core purpose.   In the first article:  Siouxland Magazine, Volume 4, Issue 3, page 44. …

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Lily Frank is the owner and operator of The Sonography Studio, a 3D/4D/HD ultrasound and hydration studio for expecting mothers. The studio is located on beautiful, historic 4th Street, downtown Sioux City, at 1119 4th Street, Suite 220. “I’ve worked in all different specialties, including ICU, ER, and Labor and Delivery. But I fell in …

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Shayla Krantz has always loved a good celebration.   “Pre-kids, I was a graphic designer and event planner,” she explained.  “I always dreamt of finding a way to combine the two things I love to do – and now I get to do that!” Shayla’s enthusiasm is reflected in her business, Simply Celebrate Siouxland, which …

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The Sioux City International Film Festival is the longest running, short-film festival in Iowa. Now in its 17th year, the festival has become an event recognized for bringing quality films from all over the world to the area. Hosted at the Promenade Cinema 14 in two theaters (with plush seating), festival attendees can select a …

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