Last week, June 28th July 2nd, 6 student members of the Dakota Valley chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members attended the National Leadership Conference in San Antonio, Texas. The conference was an opportunity for students to participate in motivational general sessions, network with individuals from across the globe, and challenge themselves academically through competitive events. Our students participated in 3 separate competitive events.

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Local emergency personnel and community members will gather next month for North Sioux City’s annual National Night Out celebration. The free, family-friendly event is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug.

Victory was seized by Elk Point-Jefferson’s junior legion team on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 versus Vermillion. An early lead aided the Huskies, as they grabbed 4 runs during their initial at-bat. Elk Point-Jefferson (EPJ) never trailed in their 10-8 victory. The contest got close after 3 innings of play as Vermillion was able to tie the ball game 5-5, but EPJ’s response on offense garnered them the win.

Twelve Elk Point-Jefferson Educators Rising students traveled to Portland, Oregon, June 19–23 to compete at the Educators Rising National Conference, joining more than 3,000 students from all 50 states. Their hard work and dedication paid off as six students earned national recognition for their outstanding performances.

The Elk Point Chamber of Commerce has launched a new summer dining punch card program designed to highlight area restaurants and drive local community engagement. The promotion runs through Aug.

Elk Point law enforcement officers and local residents will join millions of neighbors across the country next month for the community’s annual National Night Out celebration aimed at strengthening police-community partnerships.

The Elk Point-Jefferson Board of Education reorganized for the upcoming school year, adopted a multi-million-dollar budget, and approved price increases for meals and athletic events during its regular meeting Monday, July 13.

Mason Marx and Claire LaFerrier earned top individual honors at the sixth annual Elk Point-Jefferson Cross Country Road Race. Marx led the male division with a time of 19 minutes, 32 seconds.

A piece of local pioneer history will be formally honored next month as community members gather for the rededication of Elmwood Cemetery and the unveiling of a new South Dakota State Historical Society marker.