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Swatek earns Wrestling Hall of Fame spot

South Dakota’s state wrestling tournament is always a memorable experience. And this year was something special for Dan Swatek of Elk Point. In addition to watching his son, Luke, win 5th place in the 150 pound weight class, Swatek was inducted into the South Dakota Wrestling Hall of Fame on February 28, 2026.
Big turnout for ‘Donuts with Grown‑Ups’

School parking lots, at Dakota Valley, were full as many attended the Panther’s annual “Donuts with Grown-Ups” event for the elementary and upper elementary students. Preschool through 3rd grade had a morning of frosted baked goods on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Students in 4th and 5th grade were able to invite their grown-ups to breakfast on Thursday, March 5.
A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief

A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief Staying Connected Close to Home At times, the world beyond our community can feel heavy. Headlines move fast, national conversations grow loud, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by stories happening far from home.

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Commissioners OK contracts, adjust property values

The Union County Commission moved quickly through a light agenda Tuesday, approving two property assessment appeals and authorizing contracts tied to upcoming county projects. Commissioners Kevin Joffer, Michael Dailey, Bob Ballard and Peggy Ustad opened the April 21 meeting at 9:30 a.m.

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Elk Point to host Special Olympics Torch Run on May 11

Local law enforcement officers, Special Olympics athletes and community members will take part in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run in Elk Point on Monday, May 11. The event will begin at 11:15 a.m.

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Absentee voting now open in Union County as ballots arrive

Absentee voting for South Dakota’s June 2 primary election began Monday, April 27, after Union County received its ballots, the county auditor’s office announced.

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DV bats stay hot in two‑game sweep of Tri‑County

Two wins were secured by the Dakota Valley varsity baseball team versus the Tri-County Sundogs in mid-April. The Panthers were victorious by large margins in both contests as the bats were on fire and pitching was sound. Their opponents, the Tri-County Sundogs, consisted of players from Irene, Gayville, Volin, Wakonda, Hurley and Viborg.

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Betsworth shoots even par to lead DV to second place

Competition began for Dakota Valley (DV) girls golf on April 13, 2026 with a quadrangular meet at Beresford. Panther varsity and junior varsity (JV) golfers pulled out their drivers, irons and putters to play The Bridges at Beresford Golf Course.

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Dakota Valley board OKs staffing changes

The Dakota Valley School Board approved a series of staffing changes, contract actions and program agreements during its April 13 regu‑lar meeting, moving forward on preparations for the 2026‑27 school year.

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DV relay shatters school record in Hartford

Much success was had by the Dakota Valley (DV) track and field team on April 13, 2026 at the West Central (WC) Invite in Hartford. Even a slight weather delay could not slow down the Panthers as they cruised to top finishes and even a school record in the girls 4x100m relay.

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Library Week underscores NSC library’s impact

As National Library Week was observed na‑tionwide April 19–25, the North Sioux City Commu‑nity Library is being high‑lighted for its year‑round role as a resource for learn‑ing, technology access and community connection.

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Huskies answer DV setback with big road win

Two away games greeted Elk Point-Jefferson’s softball team in mid-April. They played nearby Dakota Valley (DV) on Monday, April 13, 2026. The Huskies then traveled to Wagner, on April 16, 2026, to face the Red Raiders.

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Panthers notch two mercy‑rule wins behind deep pitching

Strong mound performances by Dakota Valley softball pitchers meant big wins on April 13 and April 14, 2026 as the Panthers took down rivals from the DAK 12 Conference. On Monday, April 13, 2026 it was freshman Brynn Ramos with the start versus Elk Point-Jefferson (EPJ). Senior Annie Bourne pitched in relief. The pair of hurlers combined for 11 strikeouts in the contest against the EPJ Huskies.

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