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For some, 2001 was a very long time ago. Yet, memories of the 9/11 attacks that year never fade from the mind’s eye. Many still see the Twin Towers on fire or recall the gripping confusion and fear as people tried to reach loved ones they knew in New York City. America, and the world, mourned when terrorists hijacked four commercial aircrafts to use as weapons. Two planes crashed into skyscrapers in lower Manhattan and another hit the Pentagon in Washington D.C. The fourth aircraft was downed in a field thanks to brave passengers who overpowered the terrorists. The attack was horrific and it is an episode of history that will never be forgotten.

On the 1st day of September, the Dakota Valley (DV) golf team traveled to the Chargers Boys Golf Invite in Sioux Falls. It was a varsity and junior varsity (JV) event with the Panthers claiming bronze as a team for varsity. First place was secured by DV’s JV roster at the Spring Creek Golf Course.

Strong scores were secured by the Dakota Valley (DV) dance team as they competed in Mitchell, South Dakota on September 3, 2026. Top honors were earned for the Panthers in their pom routine while they captured 2nd place for their jazz number. At the conclusion of the dance meet, DV would bring home overall runner-up from the judges.

Dakota Valley picked up its first win of the season with a convincing 3-0 victory at West Central. The Panthers set the tone immediately, pressing aggressively and consistently forcing turnovers throughout the match. Their increased physicality and pressure allowed Dakota Valley to regain possession quickly and keep West Central from settling into its attack.

Hot weather did not slow down the Dakota Valley (DV) cross country team as they ran well at their home meet on September 1, 2026. Races for varsity, junior varsity (JV) and junior high were held at the Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve in McCook Lake. Teams from Iowa and South Dakota were in attendance.

Dakota Valley led most of set #1 versus the Tri-Valley (TV) Mustangs on September 1, 2026. However, a rally by their opponent had things tied and going into extra points. Momentum stayed with the Mustangs as DV lost a tough initial set 25-27. However, they would battle through the adversity to ultimately claim the match and leave town victorious.

Business was taken care of by Elk Point-Jefferson during their home football game, against the Pheasants of Parker, on Friday, September 4, 2026. It was a big win, by a nice margin, as the Huskies ended the 4 quarters of play with the score at 372. During the contest both the Huskies and the Pheasants each scored a 2 point safety.

Two difficult away matches greeted Elk Point-Jefferson volleyball to start the month of September. The Huskies had to travel to Dell Rapids on September 1, 2026 to face the 2025 Class A runner- ups in Dell Rapids (DR). Two days later, it was a short road trip to Dakota Valley (DV) in North Sioux City. The DV Panthers were last year’s state champions.

The Huskies ran hard in the heat on September 1, 2026 at Dakota Valley’s invite which was held at the Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve. Elk Point-Jefferson showcased strong representation between the varsity, junior varsity (JV) and junior high races.