Inspire

Question for you… Are You Willing to Expand with Me? In the last issue, introducing the rebranding of Siouxland Magazine as Expand, I shared my intention to be a source of inspiration and provide a space that fuels your growth and expansion. Ultimately, I want you to engage with all that is Expand – a […]

BE MORE What would people be surprised to find out about you? I am a reformed people pleaser. I used to worry about making everyone happy and cared what they thought of me. On my weaker days, I still do. Childhood taught me that to be seen, heard, or given affection or any attention, you

Giapsy Rios What challenges have you experienced in Siouxland?  Coming to Siouxland without any family or friends has been hard, literally knowing no one or anything. The winter rules that I have been learning along the way have been a major challenge. But thanks to my husband’s co-workers, neighbors, and the WIT ELL program, we

When COVID-19 first broke out in 2020, Pastor Keo Phommarath saw how it effected thousands of people in our area and their ability to afford basic needs, such as food. It was a call to action for Keo and the Siouxland Unity Church, a Laotian congregation consisting of more than 20 families.  Keo has been

When you hear Sioux City artist Steve Blenderman’s name, you may instantly think of the beautiful Roth Fountain on the Promenade in Sioux City. Steve has a passion for history and architecture; however, his passion and knowledge for the arts goes much deeper. He also draws and paints. “I’ve been very lucky in my life,

Kalins Indoor Comfort celebrated 100 years of service in the Siouxland area this year. It was a celebration that was heartfelt and spread throughout the year with not only the company owner and employees, but the entire Siouxland community. Bruce Kalin is the owner of the company today, and the third generation in his family