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DV team debates in the George McGovern Invitational
The high school speech and debate team, at Dakota Valley, was off to a busy start for the first full week of November. The Panthers had 2 competitions and performed well. On Monday, November 4, 2024 the Panthers were at Sioux Falls Jefferson High School. Then on November 8-9, 2024, the DV students participated in the 32nd Annual George McGovern Speech and Debate Invitational in Mitchell, South…
International Fire Code discussed for DDCID
On October 21, 2024, at 6 pm, the Dakota Dunes Community Improvement District (CID) Board of Supervisors met for a regular meeting. The meeting occurred at the Welcome Center, on Sioux Point Road, with the following members in attendance: Ken Beaulieu, Bill Shorma, Scott Wetz, Julie Shanafelt and Janet Finzen.
EPJ Huskies National Honor Society induction
Elk Point-Jefferson inducted their 2024 National Honor Society members on Thursday, November 14, 2024. The ceremony took place at 7:30 pm in the Husky’s high school gymnasium.
North Sioux City Council case reviewed in first Open Meetings Commission hearing in nearly four years
The Lincoln County Commission violated South Dakota’s openmeetings laws when three commissioners attended a November 2023 open house for a carbon dioxide pipeline without notifying the public, the state’s Open Meetings Commission decided Monday in Pierre.
Torrez resigns as County auditor
On November 12, 2024, the Union County Board of Commissioners held a regular session at the Courthouse in Elk Point, South Dakota. The meeting commenced at 8:30 a.m., with four members present: Michael Dailey, Kevin Joffer, Peggy Ustad, and Tom Kimmel. The agenda was approved with two significant additions: an Associated Consulting Engineering Contract and a discussion regarding the Auditor…
EPJ riding in style with Foreman Busing
The Elk Point-Jefferson School District is excited to have an outstanding partnership with Foreman Busing, a leading provider of transportation services. Foreman Busing provides transportation services for all bus routes and activity routes. Foreman Busing has recently added a new executive coach bus to its fleet, primarily for the athletic and activity programs at the school.
German-style Christmas market to be held in Elk Point
Looking for the perfect holiday event to kick off the Christmas season? Look no further! The Elk Point Chamber is thrilled to present its very first Hometown Christmas Market on Main Street on November 30th from 2 pm-6 pm, where families can soak up the holiday spirit while exploring all our charming town has to offer. Join us for a day filled with local shopping, delicious treats, and festive…
EPJ board approves settlement with First Student Inc.
The Elk Point-Jefferson Board of Education convened for its regular session on November 11, 2024, at 5:30. The meeting brought together several board members, including President Travis Geary, Tim Brewer, Kyle Hanson, and Sabrina Sayler, though Noelle Jacobs was absent. They were joined by Superintendent Philip Schonebaum, Business Manager Heather Watterson, and various other staff members,…
EPJ Husky Football 2024 Season Recap
The Huskies wrapped up a strong 2024 football season on November 8, 2024. Elk Point-Jefferson ended their run in the postseason with a winning record of 8-3 on the season. Strong senior leadership and outstanding play on both sides of the line contributed greatly to success for the Huskies this past season. They fell just one game short of the state finals. The #2 seed Winner defeated #1 Sioux…
