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Student visit highlights communication

Huskies in Cassandra Schmith’s Structured Learning Center (SLC) classroom took a field trip to the Elk Point police station on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The goal for the trip was to deliver communication cards, made by the Elk PointJefferson (EPJ) students, to the Chief of Police and his officers.
Absentee ballots delayed for June 2 primary in Union County

Absentee ballots for South Dakota’s June 2 primary election will not be available on the first day of the absentee voting period, the Union County Auditor’s Office announced this week.
Dakota Valley sets school record at SC Relays

After a couple of canceled track meets the Panthers were finally able to compete on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Sioux City (SC) Relays. The annual meet celebrated its 61st anniversary this year and brought talent that ranged from high schoolers to college athletes from Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota.
EPJ sets records at Sioux City Relays

A lot of medals in gold, silver and bronze were accrued by Elk Point-Jefferson (EPJ) as student athletes competed in track and field at the 61st Annual Sioux City (SC) Relays. The event was held at Elwood Olsen Stadium and spans two days with middle school, high school and college programs all in attendance. The varsity Husky events happened on Saturday, April 11, 2026 in cold, but tolerable temperatures.
Panthers show their smarts at first South Dakota Civics Bee

The first ever South Dakota National Civics Bee regional competition was held in downtown Sioux City, on April 7, 2026, with multiple Panthers competing. Held at the RE/MAX City Centre, and hosted by the Dakota Valley Business Council, students were quizzed on their knowledge of government and history in front of a crowd and three judges.

Library director hired

Shannon Jost

Friday, June 12, 2026

The North Sioux City Commission on June 1 ap‑proved several flood‑recov‑ery resolutions, authorized additional land acquisi‑tions for the Northshore Drive Realignment Proj‑ect, and advanced multiple lift‑station and infrastruc‑ture projects.

A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief

Submitted

Friday, June 12, 2026

As summer gets underway, it’s exciting to see our parks, trails, ballfields, community spaces, and the lake come alive once again. This time of year brings more opportunities to get outside, connect with neighbors, and enjoy everything that makes North Sioux City such a special place to call home.

Kommes climbs into top 40 as Jansen posts season‑best

Kelly Riibe

Friday, June 12, 2026

The 2026 girls golf season came to a close June 1-2 at Two Rivers Golf Course, where EPJ was represented by juniors Sailor Kommes and Lexi Jansen. The pair earned their spots at the Class A State Tournament after qualifying at the Region 2 Tournament in Canton two weeks earlier.

Union County athletes post strong results at state trap meet

Shannon Jost

Friday, June 12, 2026

Union County athletes delivered standout performances at the 2026 South Dakota State High School Clay Target League Trap Tournament, held June 6, with competitors from Elk Point High School and Dakota Valley High School earning top‑three finishes and multiple strong showings across divisions.

Jefferson tables mobile, RV park plan

Shannon Jost

Friday, June 12, 2026

The Jefferson City Council on June 1 voted to move forward with Text‑ MyGov, reviewed early concepts for the I‑29 cor‑ridor project, and tabled a proposal for a new mobile home and RV park pend‑ing ordinance revisions.

Torrez, Geary named 2026 Fore the Cure beneficiaries

Shannon Jost

Friday, June 12, 2026

Two Elk Point residents whose lives have been shaped by can‑cer will receive support from this year’s Fore the Cure fundraising efforts, as the organization pre‑pares for its ninth annual ladies golf tournament and silent auc‑tion on June 19.

EP seeks funding for rural water connection

Shannon Jost

Friday, June 12, 2026

The Elk Point City Council on June 1 ap‑proved a resolution to seek up to $730,000 in fi‑nancial assistance for the city’s planned connection to the Clay Rural Wa‑ter System, moving for‑ward a major infrastruc‑ture project aimed at strengthening long‑term water service.

DV girls make historic third‑place finish at state

Kelly Riibe

Friday, June 5, 2026

The Panther track and field team had an incredible showing at the state meet on May 28-30, 2026. Dakota Valley girls placed high as a team with multiple individuals and relay squads making it on the podium. The top 8 placings at state earned points for the roster in the overall standings and achieved medals. The 2026 state track and field meet took place in Sioux Falls at Howard Wood Stadium.

Congratulations

Kelly Riibe

Friday, June 5, 2026

Excellent hand-offs, huge leaps, swift splits and fierce finishes were had by Elk Point-Jefferson at the South Dakota High School Activities Association’s state track and field contest on May 28-30, 2026. The competition happened at Howard Wood Stadium, in Sioux Falls, with the top 24 performers from the season working hard in prelims and finals.

Panthers power into state with SODAK 16 win

Kelly Riibe

Friday, June 5, 2026

A decisive victory was claimed by the Dakota Valley softball team over Ethan/Parkston on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 in the SODAK 16 state qualifier. The Panthers hosted the contest as they were the #3 seed and Ethan/Parkston (EP) was ranked #14 in Class A for South Dakota.

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Student visit highlights communication

Absentee ballots delayed for June 2 primary in Union County

Dakota Valley sets school record at SC Relays

EPJ sets records at Sioux City Relays

Panthers show their smarts at first South Dakota Civics Bee

Library director hired

A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief

Kommes climbs into top 40 as Jansen posts season‑best

Union County athletes post strong results at state trap meet

Jefferson tables mobile, RV park plan

Torrez, Geary named 2026 Fore the Cure beneficiaries

EP seeks funding for rural water connection

DV girls make historic third‑place finish at state

Congratulations

Panthers power into state with SODAK 16 win

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