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Women’s Wednesday Club 125th Anniversary

The Women’s Wednesday Club recently marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 125th Anniversary on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. The event, filled with profound historical significance and camaraderie, took place at the Union County Historical Society’s Charles Murtha House, where club members adorned themselves in turn-of-the-century costumes to honor the occasion.
Panthers down Watchdogs at DV homecoming

It was a packed house for the Panther’s homecoming football game on Friday, October 4. Dakota Valley faced off against the Beresford Watchdogs. The high school pep band played during warm-ups and marched at halftime. The DV dance team also performed. There was a ton of excitement in the air as the Panthers came away to win 33-12.
Elk Point-Jefferson runners compete well in tough conditions

The Huskies ran hard on September 30, 2024 and October 3, 2024 in what was a lot of cross country action. The Elk Point-Jefferson Invite, on Sept. 30, had the Huskies hosting and then later in the week, the team was traveling to Lennox.
Homecoming royalty crowned

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Homecoming Huskies shutout Beresford Watchdogs

The Huskies had an outstanding homecoming game on the football field on Friday, September 27, 2024. Elk Point-Jefferson defeated the Watchdogs of Beresford by a score of 390. The shutout win, under the Friday Night Lights, was a great evening for the EPJ crowd.

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Board discusses district updates, achievements

The Elk Point-Jefferson Board of Education held its regular meeting on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 5:30 pm in the high school study hall. President Geary called the meeting to order, and board members Brewer, Hanson, Jacobs, and Sayler were present. Superintendent Schonebaum, Business Manager Watterson, Principals Eriksen and Throener, Technology Coordinator Larsen, and K-12 Dean of Students…

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NSC Commissioner race recount

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Dakota Valley welcomes Schmidt as new superintendent

Dakota Valley School Board has officially named Garrett Schmidt as the district's next superintendent, according to a recent announcement on its social media page.

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High voter turnout for NSC election

Voters flocked to the North Sioux City (NSC) community center and fire hall for a big municipal election on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Seats on a five-member commission were to be determined as the city turned a corner to elect a new mayor plus four commissioners.

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Northshore, Penrose ninety percent complete

The North Sioux City Council convened its regular meeting on April 7, 2025, at City Hall, with Mayor Teel calling the session to order at 7:00 p.m. Council members in attendance included Mr. Benson, Mr. Bogenrief, Ms. Christiansen, Mr. Christenson, Mr. Davis, Mr. Green, Ms. Hoffman, and Mr. Meyer. City Administrator Jeff Dooley, City Finance Officer Amy Lilly, and City Attorney Sarah Kleber were…

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Norby new school board member

On April 8, 2025, Tory Norby won the Elk Point-Jefferson School Board Election with 189 votes, defeating Elijah Vander Weerdt, who received 45 votes. Norby’s term will commence in July, joining the existing board members Travis Geary (President), Sabrina Sayler (Vice President), Noelle Jacobs, and Kyle Hanson..

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Easter Egg hunt at St. Peter's

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Van Beest resigns from Jefferson city council

The Jefferson City Council convened its regular meeting on April 7, 2025, at City Hall, with Mayor P. Rigg calling the session to order. Council members in attendance included P. Rigg, T. Boulware, J. Casper, M. LaFleur, J. Lokhorst, and M. Stokely. Other officials and community members were present, including A. Bottger, A. Casper, M. Dailey, T. Elledge, M. Roark, and D. Sharkey.

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Elk Point Council discusses chickens

The Elk Point City Council gathered on April 7, 2025, for its regular session at City Hall, where Mayor Deb Mc-Creary led discussions on various community matters. Council members Abraham, Irwin, Penfield, Hurlbert, and VonHaden were in attendance, while Irlbeck was absent. Also present were several city officials, including City Attorney Thompson, City Administrator Tuttle, Engineer Nebelsick,…

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April 2025 Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month

The month of April 2025 in South Dakota now holds a new meaning. Governor Larry Rhoden signed the proclamation, which acknowledges the challenges faced by the 5.6 million Americans living with limb loss and limb difference.

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