District 17 Legislative candidate arrested

Robin J. Schiro of Elk Point, who is seeking a seat as the District 17 State House of Representatives, was arrested on Wednesday, April 10 on charges of Obstructing Officer, Jailer, Firefighter.

Sundstrom’s 70-plus year membership celebrated

On April 8, 2024, the Alcester American Legion Post 86 celebrated it’s long time member, former Navy First Class Hospital Corpsman Charles “Chuck” Sundstrom for 72 years of membership in the American Legion. Sundstrom is a Korean War Veteran and served in the Navy from 1951-1955.

New restaurant opens in North Sioux City

Walking into the newest restaurant in North Sioux City isn’t like walking into a business. It feels more like coming home. The homey atmosphere paired with smiles and greetings of welcome by the staff, have customers instantly at ease.

Dakota Valley Panthers attend FBLA state conference

Five Panther high school students competed in Sioux Falls, on April 7-9, at the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) state conference. It was a wonderful experience for all of the Panthers who were accompanied by Dakota Valley business teacher and FBLA advisor Justine Sponder.

Brock’s Big Outdoors relocated

Brock’s Big Outdoors has moved locations. The North Sioux City based business has moved into the Big Frig building suite #2 located at 610 Freedom Drive.

EPJ implements policy on Artificial Intelligence

With the ever present advancements in technology, educators need to be more aware of ways it can hinder teaching practices. The Elk Point-Jefferson School Board discussed the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at their meeting March 11 and approved their final reading of Policy IIBFA: Use Of Artificial Intelligence Technology on April 8.

NSC city council winners

North Sioux City held their municipal election on April 9 at the North Sioux City Community Center. The polls were busy all day as 614 residents turned out to cast a vote in their respective wards. The unofficial results were released after voting closed at 7 p.m. with the counting completed that evening.