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From panic to preparation

A moment of panic at home led an Elk Point mother to create a new special needs safety pro‑gram now being used by local first responders. Earlier this year, Kelli Kappenman discovered that the front door of her home was open and her son Thomas, who is on the autism spectrum, was no longer inside.
A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief

A strong community does not happen by accident. It takes good people, steady effort, and thoughtful planning.
Troy Redler announcing candidacy for South Dakota House, District 17

My name is Troy Redler, and I am an‑nouncing my candidacy for the South Dakota House of Representa‑tives in District 17 for the 2026 election cycle. As a small business owner and father, I felt it was the right time to step forward and serve.
Early voting starts April 17

Early and absentee voting for South Dakota’s June 2 primary election will begin April 17, giv‑ing voters more than six weeks to cast ballots ahead of Election Day. Voters may cast absen‑tee ballots in person at their county audi‑tor’s office during regu‑lar business hours.
Families shine at Daddy Daughter Dance

Dakota Valley’s prom was not the only formal affair in town on Saturday, March 28, 2026 as the Panther’s Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) also held their annual “Daddy Daughter Dance”. Approximately 230 people attended the fun event which took place in the Dakota Valley (DV) elementary school building.

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Panthers write their next chapter

It was a busy two days for Dakota Valley’s Class of 2026. On Friday, May 8, 2026 a senior breakfast was hosted in the high school with a rehearsal for graduation happening afterwards. In the late morning, students then took sidewalk chalk outside to decorate the cement near the high school building. Students drew mascots, military service marks, and workforce emblems in order to highlight and…

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EP Fire Class of ’26 aces state practicals

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DV 4x100 sets record, wins Howard Wood

Senior night and the opportunity to host was slated for Dakota Valley (DV) track and field on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Rain held off until towards the end of the meet and the chilly temperatures never slowed down the Panthers.

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Dakota Valley named top Best Buddies fundraiser

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Panthers sweep Class AA foes at Sherman Park

A doubleheader in Sioux Falls, at Sherman Park, happened for the Dakota Valley softball team on May 1, 2026. They were playing against larger Class AA schools, but did not back down on their way to 2 wins.

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DDCID talk golf cart rules, rezoning

April 20, 2026 was the date for the Dakota Dunes Community Improvement District (CID) regular meeting, at the Welcome Center on Sioux Point Road, per the meeting minutes. It was called to order at 6:00 pm with members Scott Wetz, Ken Beaulieu, Dalton Hanson, Janet Finzen and William Shorma present. The CID Manager Andrew Tramp, legal counsel Darrell Jesse, CID employee Katelyn Irby, plus Union…

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Legion, VFW donate $1,000 at EPJ Educators Rising Bingo fundraiser

On May 1, EPJ Educators Rising hosted a Bingo fundraiser at the American Legion Post 134 in Elk Point. More than 100 community members attended the event, creating a fun evening while showing strong support for local students.

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Huskies split busy stretch with sweep of Tri‑County

Elk Point-Jefferson played a lot of baseball to end April and start the month of May. A doubleheader versus the Tri-County Sundogs happened on April 30, 2026. The match-up resulted in a pair of Husky wins. Tough games versus Scotland/Menno and Canton on May 2, 2026 had Elk Point-Jefferson (EPJ) on the losing side. More fierce play continued on Monday, May 4, 2026 against Beresford.

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Area students honored among South Dakota’s top 1 percent

Several area high school seniors were recognized April 27 as part of the top 1 percent of South Dakota’s Class of 2026 at the 36th annual Academic Excellence Recognition luncheon. The event, hosted by Gov.

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Panthers place second at home course, Two Rivers

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.

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