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Kollbaum all-star and nominee for SD Miss Volleyball

Husky senior Bentlee Kollbaum was named an all-star and a nominee for South Dakota Miss Volleyball due to her incredible play in the 2024 volleyball season. An event for all of the allstars was hosted by the South Dakota Volleyball Coaches Association (SDVBCA) on Sunday, December 8, 2024. It was an opportunity for the SDVBCA to honor Kollbaum and many other talented volleyball seniors from across the state.
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Esports now sanctioned South Dakota sport

Last year high schools in South Dakota embarked on a pilot program for esports with only a select number of school districts participating. Things will be a bit different for this 2024/25 season as esports is now sanctioned and growing in popularity. Esports involves competitive video game play, often with multiple players.
Elk Point Hometown Christmas Market

The first ever Elk Point Hometown Christmas Market was hosted on Saturday, November 30, 2024 by the city’s chamber of commerce. The event ran from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., on Main Street, in Elk Point. Vendors were set-up, as well as many fun activities in place for kids and families.
Work continues on Northshore Drive

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DV locks in win against the Colton Legion Post 206

The Panther legion baseball team was finally back at the ballpark on Sunday, June 29, 2025 after rainy weather delayed and canceled many scheduled games. It was a nice win for Dakota Valley versus Colton Legion Post 206 despite trailing 0-1 thoughout the first 4 innings of play.

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SIMPCO honors NSC Administrator Jeff Dooley

The Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan Planning Council (SIMPCO) is pleased to announce that Jeff Dooley, City Administrator for the City of North Sioux City has been awarded the Community Leader Award in recognition of his exceptional leadership, service and dedication to regional progress.

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County advances bridge project

The Union County Board of Commissioners held its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. at the courthouse in Elk Point, South Dakota. All five commissioners— Chairman Ustad, Dailey, Joffer, Kimmel, and Ballard— were present. The board began by approving the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 10 session.

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DV students attend HOSA International Leadership Conference

Several Dakota Valley high schoolers traveled to Nashville, Tennessee on June 18-21, 2025 to represent the Panthers for HOSA which stands for Health Occupations Students of America. The International Leadership Conference (ILC) brought together HOSA students from all over the country and world for seminars, workshops, exhibits and competitive events.

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DDHOA 4th of July reminders

On Tuesday, June 24, 2025 an email was sent by Dakota Dunes HOA Manager Kim Leif to the residents of Dakota Dunes regarding matters pertaining to the upcoming 4th of July holiday. Stated in the email was a reminder of when it is okay to shoot fireworks within the Dunes neighborhoods.

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Legislators advocate for McCook Lake

Senator Sydney Davis serves on the Senate Committees for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Health and Human Services, and Taxation. Representative Chris Kassin serves on the House Appropriations Committee and the Joint Committee on Appropriations.

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Murray, Riibe attend USAO Academy-Summer law camp

Soon to be Panther seniors, Alexandria Murray and Mia Riibe, attended the United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) Academy-Summer Law Camp for 2025. The Dakota Valley students applied in the spring and had to submit an application as well as answer a variety of essay questions in order to be accepted. The students were alerted near the end of April or early parts of May, by the U.S. Attorney’s…

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EPJ Senior Legion squad takes two tough losses

It was a tough double header for the Elk Point-Jefferson senior legion baseball squad on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Their opponent was a fierce Dell Rapids Post 65 and the Huskies were dealt 2 losses on the day.

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Fleurish Fest: A brand-new flower festival

Submitted Fleurish Flower Farm, located just outside Elk Point, is excited to announce a brand-new event coming to the community this summer. Fleurish Fest will take place Saturday and Sunday, July 19–20, and invites visitors of all ages to enjoy a weekend full of flowers, music, food, and family fun — right here in Union County.

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Toads, tunes, and more: Jefferson’s Days of ’59

Each July, the town of Jefferson, South Dakota, comes alive with the Jefferson Days of ‘59 Celebration. This five-day festival honors the community’s founding spirit with a blend of tradition, fun, and smalltown pride. This year’s celebration takes place from Wednesday, July 9, to Sunday, July 13, 2025, and the schedule is packed with activities for all ages.

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