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Elk Point-Jefferson plans for Fall sports

Sports athletes and family members attended the Elk Point-Jefferson Fall Kickoff on Monday, August 5 to hear about what is ahead for the Huskies this school year and throughout the upcoming season. Superintendent Philip Schonebaum was the first speaker of the evening. He started the meeting with a discussion about having a good culture and embracing the EPJ school community as family.
Elk Point Baptist Church

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EPJ Senior Legion Huskies are the American Legion Region 3B State Champions! ⚾️ EPJ Huskies 5, Parkston Legion Post 194 2.

EPJ Senior Legion Huskies are the American Legion Region 3B State Champions! ⚾️ EPJ Huskies 5, Parkston Legion Post 194 2.
EPJ Huskies Region 3 champions headed to state

Strong play by the Elk Point-Jefferson senior baseball squad had them off to a great start in the American Legion Region 3B tournament on July 24-26. Games took place in Lennox and it was a double elimination format. In the 1st round, the Huskies faced rival Dakota Valley on Wednesday, July 24. By grabbing an early lead, EPJ looked to be cruising towards a sure victory. They were up 4-0 after 3 innings of play. However, DV captured 5 runs in the 4th and 5th to make it a close one.
CPL Russell N. Ferdig Memorial Bridge

The CPL Russell N. Ferdig Memorial Bridge Ceremony was a heartfelt event that brought together community members and relatives to honor the memory of a Vietnam veteran. The dedication ceremony was a touching tribute to Ferdig and his service to the nation.

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Safe Options Services to close

After serving Clay, Union and Turner Counties SD for 45 years, the Domestic Violence Safe Options Services (SOS) program will close. Funding and staffing challenges have necessitated discontinuing the program after June 30th. The non-profit organization was founded by a group of volunteers then known as The Vermillion Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Beginning in July…

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Huskies fought hard against tough Tanagers

The Huskies struck first in their regional game versus the Tanagers on March 6, 2025. Elk Point-Jefferson was in Vermillion for the boys basketball match-up. Strong defense and a Husky hoop was prevalent in the 1st minute of play.

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Fire sparks evacuation warning

On Friday, February 28, 2025, a large grass fire broke out in Union County, South Dakota, sparking concern and mobilizing various emergency response teams.

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EPJ Educators Rising Chapter shines at state competition

Story courtesy of Karlene Stabe Elk Point-Jefferson’s Educators Rising chapter, a program established last year by Mrs. Stabe, has quickly made an impact both within the school and at the state level.

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NSCEDC’s Business of the Month

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Dakota Valley plays tough competition on senior night

The Panther boys won the jump ball versus Lennox on Friday, February 28, 2025. They made good use of the possession when Tyler Cornelsen put it up for a hoop. A few transitions later, Logan Collette took a charge on defense. Both squads were working hard as Luke Bruns sank a jumper. It was 4-4 on Dakota Valley’s home court for senior night.

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Metros win MHSHLTournament ChampTitle

Dakota Valley Junior Noah Graham said it well when he said, “Playoff hockey is always high-intensity and we are prepared to compete at a high level. We understand that everyone at the tournament is capable of making it far”. This year was no exception. The Sioux City Metros would have to defeat Lincoln and Waterloo to advance to the Midwest High School Hockey League (MHSHL) Championship…

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Panthers take downWatchdogs andTanagers

The early moments of regional postseason play had the #2 Panthers girls basketball team trading points with Beresford. Dakota Valley was the host, and it was 9-9 until DV went on a run to be up 17-10 with 3 minutes left in the 1st.

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Dakota Valley State Wrestling

Two Panthers wrestled at the 2025 Class A state individual tournament in Rapid City, South Dakota on February 27-March 1, 2025. They were juniors Braedy Sievers and Bennett Lukken. Both had strong regular seasons to punch their state tickets.

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Dakota Valley art students showcase their talent

February was a busy month for high school artists at Dakota Valley. Two students, Morgan Martin and Mia Oliva, had art pieces selected for the Sioux City Art Center’s 36th Annual Youth Art Month Exhibition.

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