Celebrating Success: DV’s Class of 2025

Panther seniors walked in graduation on Saturday, May 10 2025. It was a full crowd in the high school gymnasium, at Dakota Valley, for the signature event. The ceremony showcased the crowning achievement of scholastic hard work and taking a big step towards future success.

NSC selects Commissioner assignments

The North Sioux City City Commission met for its regular session on May 5, 2025, at City Hall, with Mayor Bogenrief presiding. Commissioners Ms. Hoffman, Ms. Burhoop, Ms. Strain, and Mr. Tucker were present, along with City Administrator Jeff Dooley, Finance Officer Amy Lilly, and City Attorney Sarah Kleber.

Spring Internship Showcase

Dakota Valley high school hosted a spring internship showcase on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. The event was held in the DV theater with juniors and seniors discussing what they learned as well as their goals for the future with community members, Panther staff, family and friends.

Sheriff's Bike Rodeo and Safety Fair

By Shannon Jost

timesleader1@gmail.com

On Saturday, May 3rd, the Union County Sheriff’s office held a Bike Rodeo and Safety Fair in the Sheriff’s office parking lot in Elk Point. Over a hundred area youth attended. 

There were bike and helmet inspections, drone demonstrations by Deputy Braun, photo displays, obstacles, giveaways, and food and beverages for attendees. 

DDCID awards CMAR to L&L

Spring has arrived and it has been busy for the board of supervisors for the Dakota Dunes Community Improvement District (CID) who met three times between March and April of this year. For the regular session meeting on March 17, 2025 the following employees were present: Andrew Tramp and Katelyn Irby. Board members present included: Ken Beaulieu, Scott Wetz, Julie Shanafelt, Janet Finzen and Bill Shorma. The CID’s attorney council, Darrell Jesse, was also at the March meeting which began at 6 pm.

NSC reviews structure updates

The North Sioux City Commission convened for its regular meeting on April 28, 2025, led by Mayor Bogenrief. Commissioners Hoffman, Burhoop, Strain, and Tucker were present alongside City Administrator Jeff Dooley, City Finance Officer Amy Lilly, and City Attorney Sarah Kleber. The meeting addressed a range of administrative, environmental, and

County hires Johnson as Deputy Treasurer

The Union County Board of Commissioners convened for its regular session on April 29, 2025, at the courthouse in Elk Point. Commissioners Ustad, Dailey, Joffer, Kimmel, and Ballard were present to review local government matters, including infrastructure projects, financial allocations, and policy considerations.