Dakota Valley theater director Cody Juffer recently held auditions for the upcoming three-act play of “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane”. This drama will be performed by Panther high school thespians on Friday, November 15 at 7:00 PM and Saturday, November 16 at 7:00 PM in the Dakota Valley Performing Arts Center.

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Jefferson Beer Supply is thrilled to announce its partnership with Adele’s Cat Pumpkin Patch for a Halloween celebration like no other! On October 20th, join us for a day packed with all your favorite pumpkin patch activities and some special one-day-only events sure to make this Halloween bash unforgettable.

Oktoberfest is a German festival typically lasting two weeks from mid-September to mid-October. And on Saturday, September 21 it was happening on main street, in Jefferson, courtesy of Jefferson Beer Supply. From noon to 6 pm, the public was invited to enjoy craft beer, a variety of food and most of all a lot of camaraderie and good conversation with fellow patrons.

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The summer flooding to Union County was devastating. And Judy and Dave Oberg, of Jefferson, are doing their best to move forward because their family’s acreage will always be home.

Union County Emergency Manager Jason Westcott was recognized by his peers in the Emergency Management field for his outstanding work and dedication to the people of Union County during the June 2024 flooding.

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South Dakotans who lost access to water through a private well or damaged septic system in Davison, Lincoln, Turner, and Union counties as a result of the severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding from June 16 to July 8, 2024, may be eligible for FEMA assistance.