The Union County Board of Commissioners met Nov. 12 at the courthouse in Elk Point, where members approved rezoning for Rancho Pacifica, renewed liquor licenses and adopted new Union County Fair Board by-laws.

In an era when social media posts and online accounts of news can be edited, deleted or reshaped within minutes, the printed newspaper remains a permanent record of the day’s events. Once ink hits paper, the story stands. It cannot be altered to fit a changing narrative—and that’s exactly why it matters.

Snowfall on November 8, 2025 did not stop people from stepping back in time to visit the Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve for this year’s “Christmas at the Homestead”. The parking lot and grounds were filled, as people came to enjoy baked goods, hot dogs, cocoa, coffee and a fun holiday atmosphere. Choir singing and crafts were also a part of the afternoon festivities.

Student council members at Dakota Valley High School hosted a “No Tricks, Just Treats—Pack the Pantry” drive this past October and it was a huge success. Students and community members contributed canned goods, non-perishables, toiletry items and more. Demi Harlan, the Panther student council advisor, was thrilled with the generosity and kind heartedness of all who donated to the drive.

The North Sioux City Planning Commission approved a building permit for 760 River Drive during a special meeting Nov. 3, allowing the project to move forward with grading and foundation work ahead of a planned spring opening. Chair Peter Holbrook called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall. Commissioners Tony Carpenter, Jim Christenson, Andrew DeVries, Peter Holbrook, and Dave Mitchell were present. Also attending were Ross Kuchta with Planning & Zoning and Andrew Nilges with North Sioux City Economic Development.

The North Sioux City Commission met in regular session Nov. 3 with Mayor Chris Bogenrief presiding.

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All-State Chorus for the South Dakota High School Activities Association (SDHSAA) took place on November 1, 2025 at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center in Sioux Falls. The best high school singers from throughout the Mount Rushmore state were together for this annual event with a full day of rehearsal also happening on October 31, 2025.

Each Nov. 11, Americans pause to honor those who have served in the U.S.

A Veterans Day assembly will be held at 1:30 p.m. Nov.