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Five Panthers qualify for state tournament

Five Dakota Valley wrestlers punched their tickets to state for the 2023-24 season. For the boys it was a regional tournament at Brandon Valley on Friday, Feb. 16 that determined whose season would be extended. For the girls, state qualifiers were determined earlier in the week.
Husky receive podium finishes, advance to state

The Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies showed up ready to grapple at the Region 2B Wrestling Tournament in Canton on Feb. 16.
DV competes well at Region Solo/Ensemble contest

Choir students from Dakota Valley were in Vermillion on Wednesday, Feb. 7 for the annual Region Vocal Solo/Ensemble Contest. The Panthers were entered in 30 events and represented DV well at the contest according to Choir Director Kari Wilmes.
Leinweaver speaks to Dakota Valley students on why their character matters

Mark Leinweaver has been travelling a lot lately to deliver his message of “Why Character Matters” which places an emphasis on anti-bullying and social media awareness. He speaks to students throughout the country on this matter. Dakota Valley was his stop on Friday, Feb. 9 as Leinweaver discussed the importance of being accountable and being selfless.
Esports ends first-ever season as top in state

Monday, Feb. 5 was the start of week 8 for the Panthers in Esports.

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EPJ volleyball Northwestern tournament champions

The Huskies had a great week of volleyball. It all started with a sweep of Viborg-Hurley on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 and then coming out as tournament champions, at Northwestern, on Saturday, October 12, 2024.

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Brown crowned boys varsity 5K DAK 12 Champion

Two cross country meets were on the agenda for Dakota Valley on October 7th and October 10th. The 1st meet had the Panthers traveling to the Bluffs Golf Course in Vermillion. The 2nd meet was the DAK 12 conference meet at Lenkota Golf Course.

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DV dancers have solid routines

Class AA and Class A schools in South Dakota cannot hold a candle to the Dakota Valley dance team. To start the month of October, the Panther roster competed at O’Gorman in Sioux Falls (SF) on Tuesday, October 1st and were back north less than a week later on Monday, October 7th to dance at SF Roosevelt. Both dance meets resulted in accolades for the DV dancers.

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DV Panthers tough gridiron battle against WC Trojans

Friday Night Lights, on October 11, 2024, was also senior night for the Panthers as they took on the Trojans of West Central. It was a close, down to the wire contest that did not end with a win for Dakota Valley.

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Dakota Valley Panther volleyball plays tough competitors

Unbelievable competition was the theme of the volleyball week for Dakota Valley from October 7-12, 2024. The Panthers faced top seeded Class A teams, as well as larger schools from neighboring Iowa. Many matches were close and all helped the squad grow fiercer as they head into the final weeks of the season.

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Panther girls soccer finish season strong, gain experience

The Panther girls soccer team entered the post season with a #3 seed for playoff action. Their 1st battle on the road to the state championship came against #6 Garretson on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. Dakota Valley had home turf advantage, as the higher seed, and came ready to win.

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Build Dakota Road Show at DV

The Build Dakota Road Show was in Panther territory on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. Deni Martin came to Dakota Valley and spoke in the Performing Arts Center at 5 p.m. to those interested in learning more about growing a workforce and full-ride scholarship opportunities for high schoolers in South Dakota.

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Brule-Go-Getters support local farmers

The Brule-Go-Getters 4-H Club is significantly impacting the local community by promoting 4-H and extending a helping hand to local farmers. Their recent monthly meeting was not just a routine gathering but an opportunity to exemplify the spirit of community service and collaboration.

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City council discusses parking, trees in the right-of-way

The Elk Point City Council convened for its regular meeting on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 7:00 pm in the council chambers of City Hall. Mayor Mc-Creary presided over the meeting, and all council members, including Penfield, Abraham, Irwin, Hurlbert, VonHaden, and Irlbeck, were present. City Attorney Thompson, City Administrator Tuttle, Police Chief Limoges, Finance Officer Hammitt, and Public…

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Jefferson to look at Ash tree replacement options

The latest Jefferson City Council meeting held on October 7, 2024, was attended by Mayor P. Rigg and council members J. Casper, M. LaFleur, J. Lokhorst, and M. Stokely. Also present were S. LaFleur-Sayler, M. Roark, and D. Sharkey.

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