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WWC and Thrivent team up for Elk Point Food Pantry

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2025 EPJ Homecoming Royalty

2025 EPJ Homecoming Court, back row from left: Luke Schmitz, Beau Schmitz, Anthony Tatro, King Mason Marx, Queen Paige Jacobs, Caleb Heuertz, Dawson Fullencamp, Aiden Hammitt, and Jack Hayes. Middle row from left: Lauren McDermott, Cera Schmitz, Molly Geary, Laney Trometer, Bailey Johnson, Stella Bonnema, and Carly Schmitz. Front row were the selected 1st grade attendants, from left: Davis DeJong, Kroy Zemietz, Alex Steinbrecher, Harlie Keegan, Savannah Hinrichs, and Harper Nolz. Photo by Peterman Sports Photography • stevepeterman5@gmail.com
Renken, Spindler promoted to sergeant

The Union County Sheriff’s Office recently promoted two deputies to the rank of sergeant: Jerry Renken and Evan Spindler. Sheriff Jim Prouty recognized both officers for their leadership, dedication and service to the community. Their promotions mark a significant milestone in their careers and reflect the department’s continued commitment to excellence.
A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief

This past month, the City Commissioners and I reviewed the proposed budget for 2026. As always, our goal is to maintain the high level of service our residents expect while keeping the tax burden as low as possible.
North Sioux City honors Officer Mahlke

Officer Faustin Mahlke was recognized on Tuesday, September 16, for a decade of service with the North Sioux City Police Department, marking 10 years of dedication to public safety and commun

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Horizon Health Foundation launches Drive it Home ’26

The Horizon Health Foundation will be hosting a raffle during its Drive It Home ’26 campaign that kicked off on January 19th. The campaign is set to raise $100,000 to support the purchase of chronic care kits as part of Pillar II of the Healthier Horizons program.

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EPJ board renews admin contracts

The Elk Point‑Jefferson Board of Education accepted several staff resignations, renewed administrative contracts and highlighted student achievements during its regular meeting Jan. 12.

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Huskies set for regional one‑act stage

The Huskies have been commanding the stage as of late as Elk Point-Jefferson’s high school theater program prepares for their 2026 regional one-act competition. The Huskies are under the direction of EPJ one-act advisor Kirsten Colt. They have been hard at work preparing to perform a comedy for this season’s one-act performance. The play is called Dress Rehearsal Disaster. Colt described the…

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EPJ Grapplers battle through Parker, Vermillion duals

Wrestlers of Elk Point-Jefferson were kept busy as they traveled for high school duals on January 13, 2026 and January 15, 2026. Their first destination was Parker, South Dakota where the Huskies wrestled against the Parker Pheasants, Parkston Trojans and Flandreau Fliers. Two days later, EPJ wrestled in Vermillion versus the Tanagers and also the Lennox Orioles.

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EPJ stuns Wagner, continue strong play in busy week

It was a packed gym on January 13, 2026 for Husky girls basketball as the Wagner Red Raiders were in Elk Point. Wagner’s roster boasted top recruit Ashlyn Koupal who is committed to play basketball at the University of Nebraska next fall. In addition to fans and family, Coach Amy Williams with the Nebraska Cornhuskers also attended the game to observe the contest between EPJ and Wagner.

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Huskies show fight in Wagner, Ponca contests

The Red Raiders of Wagner were visiting the Elk Point-Jefferson boys basketball team on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The game was close with the Huskies clawing for the lead, however ultimately it would end in a 54-61 loss.

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EP Council OKs modest electric rate hike

The Elk Point City Council advanced several major purchases, addressed rising electric costs and approved a series of annual contracts during its Jan. 14 regular meeting at City Hall.

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Horizon Health reaches quality care milestones

Horizon Health Elk Point has reached quality care milestones to earn recognition by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Patient-Centered Medical Home Program for delivering high-quality, patient- centered care.

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EPJ rallies community support for The Warming Shelter

The generous spirit of the Elk Point-Jefferson community and Husky student council meant great things for The Warming Shelter in Sioux City, Iowa. From December 8-12, 2025 the EPJ Huskies took part in their first ever “Generosity Week”. During this time there were totes set out around the high school encouraging students to drop off donated winter clothing for the benefit of The Warming Shelter.

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Elk Point Chamber to host District 17 cracker barrel

The Elk Point Chamber is inviting the public to hear directly from their state lawmakers later this month during a Legislative Cracker Barrel scheduled as part of the 2026 South Dakota legislative session.

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