Nearly seven weeks after the devastating June 23 flood at McCook Lake, victims are still in limbo about the possibility of federal aid, and some feel abandoned by government officials. Renae Hansen is a flood victim and works with the McCook Lake Izaak Walton League, which has tried to fill some of the leadership and organizational gaps in the flood response.

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Sterling, an awardwinning provider of transformative technology solutions, is thrilled to announce that Dell Technologies has chosen Sterling as its 2024 Federal Partner of the Year, a designation the SD-based solutions provider has now earned for a fifth time.

Join us on September 21st from 12-6 for our upcoming Oktoberfest celebration. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a variety of activities and entertainment for all ages.

The City Council of North Sioux City, South Dakota, convened for its Regular Meeting on August 5, 2024. Mayor Teel led the meeting, which was attended by council members Kodi Benson, Gary Bogenrief, Jim Christenson, Joan Christiansen, Lonnie Green, and Lynn Hoffman. City officials were also present, including City Finance Officer Amy Lilly and City Attorney Sarah Kleber. Council members Greg Meyer and Bob Davis were absent.

The Siouxland Recovery Fund, in collaboration with the Community Action Agency of Siouxland and the Salvation Army of Siouxland, is proud to announce the launch of an individual assistance program to support the needs of flood victims in Woodbury, Union, Plymouth, and Dakota Counties.

Dakota Valley Athletic Director Bill Clements ran the 2024 fall sports meeting on Monday, August 5 in the school’s high school gym. He spoke to a large crowd about the upcoming autumn sports season.

Per daily press releases, from North Sioux City, flood relief construction will look to slow down around McCook Lake as the community waits to hear back on the presidential declaration request. The slow down is being done in an attempt to get the most Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) aid available. Governor Kristi Noem submitted the request for a presidential disaster declaration on July 26.

The historic flood wreaked havoc on Dakota Valley School’s school grounds. The school board met to address the damages and ensure the safety of the students. In a special board of education meeting held on July 24, 2024, crucial decisions were made to repair the school grounds and ensure that the upcoming school year started on time.

A controlled blast will be conducted on the BNSF Rail Bridge over the Big Sioux River to demolish the bridge. During the blast, everyone within 1,000 ft is asked to remain indoors. The blast is scheduled for 7:00 a.m. on the morning of Friday, August 16. Remain indoors from 6:30- 7:30 a.m. All roads within this area will also be closed during the blast. Security will be at various checkpoints in the area. Please plan accordingly.