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EPJ HOCO activities

The Huskies are excited for this year’s homecoming events. The theme for 2024 is: “Rockin with the Huskies”.
NEVER FORGET

The September 11th attacks on the United States happened 23 years ago. Yet, many can recall exactly where they were and what he or she was doing when the terrorist group, al-Qaeda, crashed passenger planes into the Twin Towers. No matter a person’s age, be it young or old, what happened on that fateful day is a core memory for all.
NEVER FORGET

The September 11th attacks on the United States happened over twenty years ago. Yet, many can recall exactly where they were and what he or she was doing when the terrorist group, al-Qaeda, crashed aircrafts into the Twin Towers and made attacks on America.
DV dancers bring home multiple trophies

The 2023 Class A state dance champs made some noise at the Corn Palace on Thursday, September 5, 2024. Dakota Valley showed the state why they are known for dance as their routines brought home multiple trophies against larger Class AA schools.
Local teenager making a difference

Danica Euliss, a Dakota Valley High School junior, has accomplished something remarkable this summer. She was accepted into and successfully completed the FBI Youth Leadership Program (YLP) in Quantico, VA. This prestigious program, offered by the FBI National Academy Associates, is designed to nurture exceptional young leaders and equip them with the knowledge and skills to positively impact the world.

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Dakota Valley successful at MMU indoor meet

DV Results at MMU Indoor Meet 3/27/25 Boys 60m - Prelims: 5th Jackson Shoulders 7.29q; 15th Ethan Seaton 7.48, 35th Tate Bernard 7.68; 69th Gunner Montagne 7.94; 106th Preston Konopasek 8.17. Girls 60m - Prelims: 7th Emma Honner 8.43q, 134th Tommy Anderson 11.05. Boys 60m: 6th Jackson Shoulders 7.30. Girls 60m: 6th Emma Honner 8.40. Boys 60m Hurdles - Prelims: 16th Asher Pfeifer 9.78; 27th…

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DV Quiz bowl DAK XII champs

The DAK XII conference tournament for high school quiz bowl was held on Monday, March 24, 2025. The competition happened at Tri-Valley high school in Colton, South Dakota. Dakota Valley sent a varsity roster of all seniors to the tournament and they brought home gold.

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Panther youth wrestlers compete at state

The Panther wrestling club sent several youth grapplers to Rapid City, on March 28-30, 2025, for the South Dakota state tournament. Epic matches were observed as all of Dakota Valley represented well on the mats of Summit Arena at The Monument.

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Superior season for DV Panther music department

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EPJ senior Wells accepted into All-State Band

Natalie Wells, a senior at Elk Point-Jefferson High School, has been accepted into All-State Band. She is the daughter of Emily and Brian Wells, has a sister named Nicole, and shares her home with two dogs, Bruce and Savannah.

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DAK XII Boys All-Conference Honors for Basketball

The high school basketball season has concluded in South Dakota, however honors are still being announced. A few senior Panther boys picked up nods from the DAK XII. All-conference recognition for their great play throughout the 2024/25 season was awarded to: -2024/25 All-Conference 1st Team: Luke Bruns.

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Road closure scheduled

As of Monday, March 31, 2025, S.D. Highway 46 was closed to through traffic from S.D. Highway 11 to 297th Street (Hudson Curve). This closure will be in place for the duration of the reconstruction project through November 2025.

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UC Electric Coop hosts Friends Feast

The Union County Electric Coop is inviting the community to the Friends Feast, a free meal event that promises good food and great company. It will take place on April 14, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church.

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“Kind Like Karlee”

The “Kind Like Karlee” movement, in honor of Dakota Valley alum Karlee Hughes, donated $1187.00 to the New Stage Players Penguin Project on March 25, 2025. Many gathered at Peoples Bank in North Sioux City for the check presentation.

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School plans for April groundbreaking

Elk Point-Jefferson school district will soon embark on an important building project.

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