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Dakota Valley holds Donuts with Grown-ups

The first ever “Donuts with Grown-ups” event was held on Thursday, March 7 at the Dakota Valley Elementary School. It was highly attended with a line out the door and many tables filled with students and adults sharing breakfast together prior to the start of the school day.
Bike path removed in preparation of construction

Recently, a portion of a bike path near The Pointe Golf Course was removed by the City of Elk Point. The bike path was originally constructed in 2018.
Students inducted into National Junior Honor Society

Dakota Valley middle school held an induction ceremony for National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) on Monday, March 4 in the Performing Arts Center. Students in 7th and 8th grade were selected for NJHS based on the following five pillars: scholarship, service, leadership, character and citizenship.
Union Crossing holds Town Hall meeting

It was a full house at the North Sioux City Community Center Thursday, Feb. 29 for the Union Crossing Town Hall meeting.
School district releases building projects

The Elk Point-Jefferson School District has spent the last few years looking at and contemplating the needs of the growing school district, including various updates to the facilities. In 2022, the school district attempted a bond issue for these improvements, but the bond failed to pass a vote of the people. This sent the district back to the drawing board.

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Winter Coat Drive in NSC

As winter approaches, the need for warm clothing becomes increasingly essential, particularly for those who may be struggling to keep their families comfortable. This is why Jerri Bailey is reaching out to the community of North Sioux City to participate in the Winter Coat Drive. Once again, Bailey has set up coat racks at the ROCS Food Pantry located at City Hall, and Bailey needs your help to…

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Metros show solid performance at home opener

Sioux City’s 2024 National Champions emerged victorious in a dominant performance against Kansas City on Saturday’s home opener with a final score of 3-0. Sergeant Bluff Senior Hunter Echter and North Senior Noah Dirkschneider found the back of the net in the second period, while South Sioux Senior Ryan Hedquist sealed the win with a goal in the third period. However, the K.C. Jets came onto the…

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NSC reflects on Sudden Cardiac Awareness Month

The month of October was Sudden Cardiac Awareness month. A time to reflect on the importance of automated external defibrillators (AED) in public areas and buildings, as well as knowing how to perform CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) in an emergency. This is something that is near and dear to the hearts of those working and volunteering at the North Sioux City Fire Department and Emergency…

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Northshore asphalt will be open to buses

On October 21, 2024, the North Sioux City Council gathered for its regular meeting, which Mayor Patricia Teel called to order promptly at 7:00 p.m. The assembly included council members Kodi Benson, Jim Christenson, Joan Christiansen, Bob Davis, Lonnie Green, Lynn Hoffman, and Greg Meyer, while Gary Bogenrief was absent. Several key officials, including City Finance Officer Amy Lilly, Interim…

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DV battles tough SFC in last regular season game

Going up against #1 ranked Sioux Falls Christian (SFC), the Panther football team had their work cut out for them on Thursday, October 24, 2024. It was the last home contest, as well as the final game of the regular season. Dakota Valley did not disappoint as they gave their fans a close one that came down to the wire in a 20-22 loss.

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Competition cheer performs well at state contest

The South Dakota High School Activities Association held the 2024 state contest for competition cheer on October 25-26, 2024 in Rapid City. Dakota Valley was in attendance with others from Class A who all performed on Friday, October 25. The event was held in Rapid City at the Summit Arena in The Monument.

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Dakota Valley Panthers sweep Vermillion Tanagers

An away contest on Friday, October 25, 2024 took the Panther volleyball team to Vermillion. It was a quick evening for Dakota Valley as they swept the Tanagers in quick fashion.

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Elk Point-Jefferson board discusses 2024-25 goals

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, the Elk Point-Jefferson Board of Education convened for a regular session at 5:30 PM in the high school’s study hall. Under the leadership of President Travis Geary, the meeting kicked off with several key members present, including Noelle Jacobs and Kyle Hanson. Board members Sabrina Sayler and Tim Brewer were absent. Other attendees included Superintendent Philip…

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Daylight Saving Time ends

Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov.

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EPJ Huskies take down Flandreau Fliers move to second round

It would be “Thursday Night Lights” instead of the typical “Friday Night Lights” for Elk Point-Jefferson’s football team on Thursday, October 24, 2024. The Huskies started round 1 of South Dakota 11B playoffs at home versus the Fliers of Flandreau.

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