After an hour-long executive session Jan. 9, the Elk Point City Council approved a five percent market rate adjustment for all the city’s department heads and police officers.

The Elk Point-Jefferson School Board began the new year discussing the elementary playground, bullying and the nursing home auction. Come spring, the elementary playground will be fenced in to separate it from the football field parking lot.

In local efforts to help raise money for new park equipment for Tower Park in Jefferson, Jefferson Beer Supply is participating in the TAGG program. TAGG – Together A Greater Good – is a program that connects nonprofits, businesses and consumers for mutual benefit.

Governor Kristi Noem and legislators announced legislation to preserve agriculture. “Agriculture is by far our state’s largest industry, accounting for one out of every five jobs in South Dakota,” Noem said.

Governor Kristi Noem and legislators announced legislation to recognize outof- state licenses for nearly every profession. “South Dakota’s economy has been booming, but our workforce has been experiencing some growing pains,” Noem said.

High school seniors from Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin now have a chance to receive one of 10 college scholarships worth $1,000. Registration is open now through April 28. Parents are also now able to register their student.

Concern over the future of the teaching profession in South Dakota has led to more aggressive ef for ts by education officials to train and inspire a new generation of classroom leaders, with par ticular emphasis on elementary school classrooms.

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Would you enjoy knowing generations will benefit from your legacy? Horizon Health Foundation is launching a yearlong planned giving campaign called Leave a Healing Legacy that educates individuals on ways they can leave an impact that could last a lifetime.

First Dakota National Bank announces the 2023-24 First Dakota Scholarship applications are available. First Dakota understands the importance of higher education. We support our communities and the youth within them. First Dakota is proud to offer scholarships ranging from $1,000 - $5,000 up to a total of $20,000.