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Ollie’s Out Back brings new energy to local icon

For decades, Ollie’s Drive Inn was more than just a place to grab a bite—it was a local landmark. Now, thanks to a thoughtful renovation and a new partnership, the restaurant is entering its next chapter as Ollie’s 2.0 and Ollie’s Out Back, blending nostalgia with fresh energy.
DV students tour Italy, Greece for hands-on art experience

A group of Panther students accompanied Dakota Valley high school art teacher Demi Harlan and chaperones to Europe on June 8-21, 2025. The art trip took the travelers to Italy and Greece for two weeks where they saw many sites and observed the area’s historical and cultural aspects.
Raptors take center stage at North Sioux City Library event

The North Sioux City library hosted Fontenelle Forest on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 for a raptor program starting at 2 pm. Two experts spoke to a crowd of approximately 40 people about their work at the nature center which is located in Bellevue, Nebraska. In addition to the pair of experts, there were also three winged creatures introduced to the crowd.
Panthers split nail-biters with Crofton, Vermillion

Two close games were played by the Dakota Valley senior legion baseball team with both contests being decided by just 1 run. On Wednesday, July 9, 2025 the Panthers bested Crofton by a score of 4-3. However, on Friday, July 11, 2025 DV fell, 6-7, to Vermillion Legion Post 1.
NSCFD and UCSO honor local resident

On June 23, the North Sioux City Fire Department, in partnership with the Union County Sheriff’s Office, honored Shawn Moller for his courageous and decisive response during an emergency last month.

County tackles contracts

The Union County Board of Commission‑ers met in regular ses‑sion Nov. 25, 2025, at the courthouse in Elk Point, with Commissioners Peg‑gy Ustad, Michael Dailey and Kevin Joffer present.

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Dakota Valley captures Class A crown Dakota Valley was the #1 seed,in Class A, at the 2025 state tournament. The Panthers took on #8 Wagner in their 1st round of play at Summit Arena at The Monument in Rapid City.

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Sheriff delivers Thanksgiving meals

Fourteen families across Union County schools received com‑plete Thanksgiving meals this week thanks to donations from local businesses and coor‑dination by the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The initiative provid‑ed turkeys, side dishes and desserts to fami‑lies in the Dakota Val‑ley, Elk Point‑Jefferson, Beresford and Alcester school districts.

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Dakota Valley Esports opens season with strong Week 1

Dakota Valley Esports returned to competition this week with a strong start across multiple game titles. After a productive preseason, our athletes are already showing why DV is a defending state champion program. Here are the highlights from Week 1: Mario Kart – A Perfect Start (4–0 Across All Teams)

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Metros push through challenges together

The Metros Varsity squad enters a bye week still searching for a win, holding a 0-8 record. The Metros Program currently sits with just 20 skaters across its JV/Varsity roster. Injuries have compounded the uphill battle, as Varsity has yet to compete with a full roster. Three of the program’s four DV athletes—Trosper, Delperdang, and Stusse remain sidelined with upper-shoulder injuries, leaving…

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City backs sewer fee, water deal

The North Sioux City Commission on Nov. 17 approved a slate of infrastructure measures, staffing updates and financial actions during a meeting that also featured community concerns and plans for the city’s holiday parade.

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North Sioux City Planning tables plat, reviews projects

The North Sioux City Planning Commission on Nov. 12 approved two plats, tabled a third for legal review, and discussed upcoming development projects during its regular meeting at City Hall.

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Terry honored as 11B Coach of the Year

Accolades continue for Elk Point-Jefferson’s football program in 2025. And this time it is the man at the helm, Jacob Terry, receiving a well deserved honor as he was named Class 11B Head Coach of the Year. The award was announced in the midst of November during South Dakota high school football’s post-season.

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Panthers punch ticket to state tournament

Centerville, South Dakota was the neutral site for Dakota Valley’s volleyball match in the SoDak 16 qualifier versus Platte-Geddes. The contest took place on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 with the winner punching a ticket to the Class A state tournament. The Panthers were the #1 seed and Platte-Geddes came in seeded #16.

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Dakota Valley marks Veterans Day with gratitude

Veterans Day was celebrated in the Panther’s high school gym on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Dakota Valley students in grades 4th-12th, along with the general public, assembled for the patriotic event and a large crowd was in attendance. Student council president Noah Graham was the first to take the podium as he explained the history of Veterans Day and welcomed all to DV.

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Ollie’s Out Back brings new energy to local icon

DV students tour Italy, Greece for hands-on art experience

Raptors take center stage at North Sioux City Library event

Panthers split nail-biters with Crofton, Vermillion

NSCFD and UCSO honor local resident

County tackles contracts

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Sheriff delivers Thanksgiving meals

Dakota Valley Esports opens season with strong Week 1

Metros push through challenges together

City backs sewer fee, water deal

North Sioux City Planning tables plat, reviews projects

Terry honored as 11B Coach of the Year

Panthers punch ticket to state tournament

Dakota Valley marks Veterans Day with gratitude

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