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Adams Homestead event shines through the snow

Snowfall on November 8, 2025 did not stop people from stepping back in time to visit the Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve for this year’s “Christmas at the Homestead”. The parking lot and grounds were filled, as people came to enjoy baked goods, hot dogs, cocoa, coffee and a fun holiday atmosphere. Choir singing and crafts were also a part of the afternoon festivities.
Birthday celebration at district retirees event

Three longtime EP-EPJ staff members— Lois Matson, Delories Rosenbaum and Delores Vondrak—were honored with a surprise celebration of their 90th birthdays during the district’s annual retirees’ gathering Oct. 29 at the Pointe.
Scouts rally to restock local pantries

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Panther power fuels successful pantry drive

Student council members at Dakota Valley High School hosted a “No Tricks, Just Treats—Pack the Pantry” drive this past October and it was a huge success. Students and community members contributed canned goods, non-perishables, toiletry items and more. Demi Harlan, the Panther student council advisor, was thrilled with the generosity and kind heartedness of all who donated to the drive.
Veterans Day

Each Nov. 11, Americans pause to honor those who have served in the U.S.

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Panther girls fight hard in back‑to‑back tests

Hosting Vermillion on February 10, 2026 was the Dakota Valley girls basketball team. Both teams were looking for a win as seeding in Class A becomes even more important with the post-season fast approaching.

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A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief

As February reminds us to appreciate what we love, I’ve been reflecting on what makes North Sioux City such a special place to live and lead. Although my wife and I made the move to North Sioux City in 2022, I’ve been familiar with the area for a long time.

Dakota Valley qualifies for six esports titles at state

The 2025–2026 season has been a tremendous success for the Dakota Valley Esports program. After competing in seven game titles this year, the Panthers have qualified for six titles at the state tournament in Aberdeen on February 13-14, 2026.

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Panther grapplers sweep duals, place at Yankton

Two contests greeted the Panther high school wrestling team to start February as they competed in a triangular across the river and also a South Dakota tournament. Dakota Valley was in Homer, Nebraska on Thursday, February 5, 2026 to battle with the Knights and the Ponca Indians.

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Sheriff Jim Prouty seeks re-election

Union County Sheriff Jim Prouty an‑nounced his cam‑paign for re-election, reaffirming his commitment to keep‑ing Union County safe, supporting law enforce‑ment professionals, and serving residents with integrity, accountability, and common-sense lead‑ership.

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NSC advances Northshore land buys

The North Sioux City Commission advanced two major infrastruc‑ture initiatives Monday night, approving a se‑ries of property acquisi‑tions for the Northshore Drive Realignment Proj‑ect and authorizing a multi‑year water meter replacement program. Mayor Chris Bogenrief called the Feb. 2 meet‑ing to order at 6 p.m. with commissioners Ju‑lie Burhoop, Lynn Hoff‑man and Vincent Tucker present…

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DV boys overwhelm EPJ in decisive win

The Panthers controlled every part of their varsity basketball game on Thursday, February 5, 2026 versus Elk Point-Jefferson (EPJ). Dakota Valley worked hard to defeat the EPJ Huskies by a large margin as they started strong and never hit the brakes.

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EPJ boys stay competitive in tough three‑game stretch

A close battle on the road to Parkston did not go Elk Point-Jefferson’s way, as the varsity boys took a loss 48-55 on January 27, 2026. It was a tight game with the Huskies always in the mix. However, they were unable to overtake the lead from a strong Trojan squad.

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EPJ challenged on road, finish strong at DSU Classic

Traveling to Parkston on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 was the Elk Point-Jefferson girls basketball team. They would face a strong Trojan team who had only 1 loss on the season thus far. It was a rough 1st quarter of offense for the Huskies as they found themselves down 9-23 headed into the 2nd period.

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Huskies dominate duals, place five at Big East/LCC

February started with a full schedule for the Elk Point-Jefferson wrestling team as they traveled to Garretson on February 3, 2026 and then Canistota on February 5, 2026. To end the week the Huskies went up against a lot of stellar opponents for the Big East/LCC Tournament on February 7, 2026.

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