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Elk Point-Jefferson thespians solve murder at mansion

Twenty-four EPJ students put on the play “Too Many Detectives at the Murder Mansion.” The play had not one, but 11 famous detectives including Sherlock Holmes, Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys, Batman, the Scooby Doo and the Mystery Crew, Miss Marple, and Sam Spade and two not famous ones, Kane and Christie. They were all called to Madame Doyle’s house to solve the murder of Madame Doyle. The cast and crew put in several hours memorizing their lines and blockng, to bring the show to light and it had not one, but three endings.
Panther baseball wins home opener against Mustangs

The Dakota Valley boys baseball team played their 2nd game of the spring high school season on Friday, April 5 at home. They went up against the Mustangs of Tri-Valley, from Colton, SD, and were victorious by a final score of 10-7.
Husky track and field finish strong in Vermillion

After not being able to host their home invite on April 2 due to weather conditions, the Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies travelled to Vermillion for their invite on April 4. Lauren McDermott had a good showing, placing 2nd in the 300m Hurdles and 3rd place in the 100m Hurdles.
Hughes to attend Youth Leadership Forum

Dakota Valley senior Karlee Hughes earned the honorable distinction to attend the 2024 Youth Leadership Forum at Northern State University from June 2-6, 2024. Many from across South Dakota applied and over 100 were interviewed with Hughes making the final cut.
Sioux City Metros win championship

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Lady Panthers struggle against Madison pitcher

Strong winds and dusty conditions were present for the Dakota Valley softball team’s away game in Madison on Monday, April 15. It was a tight contest to start, but the Panthers fell 0-9 to a tough DAK XII opponent in the Bulldogs.

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DV Panther girls tie for 1st place at Canton Invite

The Panther boys and girls had great success at the Canton Invite for track and field on Monday, April 15. Many top finishes and personal records were secured by the Dakota Valley athletes.

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Jazz Band competes in Brookings brings home first

The Panther jazz band was in Jackrabbit territory on April 11 for South Dakota State University’s jazz festival in Brookings. It was a worthwhile trip and event for Dakota Valley as the band members raked in the accolades.

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Harlan named High School Art Teacher of the Year

The South Dakota Art Education Association (SDAEA) recently announced their winners for 2024 Art Teachers of the Year and Dakota Valley’s Demi Harlan was one of the recipients. Harlan was named the 2024 High School Art Teacher of the Year for South Dakota.

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Dakota Valley MS Science Olympiad places 4th

The 40th annual South Dakota Science Olympiad was held in Vermillion on March 23 with multiple Panther middle schoolers in attendance. The event took place at the University of South Dakota where students showed off their knowledge in a variety of science based subjects.

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HOSA members bring home medals from state

Panther students, active in Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), were in Sioux Falls on April 11th and 12th for the State Leadership Conference (SLC). It was the 10th annual SLC for South Dakota and took place at multiple locations which included: Sanford Pentagon, Sanford Fieldhouse, USD Sioux Falls Campus and Southeast Technical College.

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NSCEDC names April Business of the Month

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City approves severance agreement

The North Sioux City City Council met in regular session on April 15 to conduct many items, including canvassing the latest city council election and approving a severance agreement for former City Administrator Eric Christensen.

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Jefferson HS Gymnasium may be salvageable

As has become a norm for the Jefferson City Council, the meeting opened with discussions of the former Jefferson High School building. Previously, the high school and the gymnasium were red-tagged for demolition.

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County declares property nuisance

The property located at 31798 475th Ave., Elk Point was declared a nuisance by the Union County Board of County Commissioners at their meeting on April 16. The owners are Richard and Wanda Jilderda.

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