Union County commissioners raised the speed limit on a por‑tion of County Road 23, approved a zoning change in Dakota Dunes and moved forward on several ma‑jor highway projects during their April 28 meeting.

Dakota Valley boys baseball ended April with a tough loss, but started the month of May with a win as the spring varsity season continues to unfold in South Dakota. The Panthers were defeated by the Vermillion Tanagers on April 30, 2026 by a score of 3-10. On May 1, 2026 it was a 6-2 win for Dakota Valley (DV).

On March 31, 2026, the Union County Commission‑ers accepted the low bid of $5,780, from “L&L Build‑ers based in Sioux City, IA. The commission voted unanimously to accept the bid. The bid will cover renovations and additional square footage to the exist‑ing Union County Court‑house. The bid also covers renovations and additional square footage to the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The current Union County Courthouse was completed in 1978.

The Union County Historical So‑ciety is continuing restoration work on the county’s historic brick kiln, a 19th‑century beehive kiln believed to be one of the earliest brick‑making sites in South Dakota.

Playing on their home golf course, Two Rivers in Dakota Dunes, the Panther girls golf team hosted the Dakota Valley (DV) Invite on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. It was a runner-up team finish for DV with a roster score of +46 over par. Sioux Falls Christian (SFC) claimed 1st place with a +29 finish. Vermillion took 3rd place at +56.

Masquerade Ball was the theme for Elk Point-Jefferson’s prom on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Huskies in 11th grade and 12th grade, plus their guests, were dressed in formal attire for a fun evening. Justin Clercx, the activities director at Elk Point-Jefferson (EPJ) served as master of ceremonies.

A crowd was observed on the south end of Pheasant Road, in Elk Point, on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The large gathering occurred at 10:30 am. All were present for the ribbon cutting ceremony to honor Elk Point’s city council approval of the second phase in regards to Country Club Estates. John Curry, Principal of Elk Point Investments, was on-site as were many local officials, community members, the developer plus members of Elk Point’s Chamber of Commerce.

Dakota Valley softball faced top-ranked Madison on Monday, April 20, 2026 in an away contest. The game went 7 innings, but had the Panthers on the losing end by a score of 3-9. Senior Annie Bourne started in the circle and had 2 strikeouts for DV. Junior Emma Barnett pitched in relief and also had 2 Ks.

Golf swings were looking good for the Dakota Valley girls team on April 21, 2026 as they played well in their dual meet with Elk Point-Jefferson. Impressive scores were recorded by the Panthers. Sophomore Katie Betsworth shot 3 under par to lead her team. Claire Wiebelhaus had a 40 and Addicyn Sailer secured a 41. A 52 was shot by Skylar Anderson, Nicole Yang and Remy Probasco.

The North Sioux City Commis‑sion moved forward Monday with key flood‑recovery projects and ap‑proved a land acquisition needed for the Northshore Drive re‑alignment. Mayor Chris Bogenrief called the April 20 meeting to or‑der at 6 p.m. Commis‑sioners Julie Burhoop, Lynn Hoffman and Jes‑sica Strain were present; Vincent Tucker was absent. City Administrator Jeff Dooley, Fi‑nance Officer Amy Lilly and City Attorney Sarah Kleber also attend‑ed.