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Erik Hanson officially retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Air Force Oct. 1, 2023. He is pictured here in Iraq during one of his deployments. Submitted photo

Hanson retires after 22 years of military service

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

November 11 – Veterans Day, a day to remember all of those who served for the United States of America. However, for one local veteran, this Veterans Day weekend will be one he never forgets.

Council discusses three properties

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

Different properties throughout Jefferson were discussed by the Jefferson City Council at their regularly scheduled meeting Nov. 6.

DV Cast bring PUFFS to life at the Performing Arts Center

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

Hundreds sat in the audience of the Performing Arts Center at Dakota Valley to watch the high school’s performance of PUFFS on November 10 and 11. To say all were entertained would be an understatement.

Dakota Dunes resident Marilee Pfeifer, along with her two daughters- in-law and granddaughter, enjoyed the weather and atmosphere at Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve on Nov. 11. Pictured from left are Marilee Pfeifer, Rochelle Pfeifer, Margot Pfeifer and Mary Pfeifer.See more photos on page 12. Submittedphoto

Christmas at the Homestead a yearly tradition

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

Many attended Christmas at the Homestead, on Nov. 11, as the gorgeous weather contributed to a beautiful Saturday. All decorated for the holidays, volunteers were on-hand to show off Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve.

The Dakota Valley Emergency Services District purchased a new ambulance and it is now housed inside the North Sioux City Fire Station. Top Left: The new ambualnce is equipped with a fridge for medications needing to stay cold and a warmer in order to warm blankets and IVs. Also installed was a drug lock box for certain controlled medications. Top Right: The new ambulance has the same look as the current ambulance. Submitted photos

New asset to benefit the community

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

A recent trip to Montreal, Canada was made to benefit the residents of the Dakota Valley Emergency Services District. North Sioux City Fire Chief Bill Pappas and Assistant Chief Jim Christenson travelled to Montreal to retrieve the newest asset to the district’s fleet – a new ambulance.

The above picture was located in the City Council’s packet. It depicts large rocks placed in the city’s right-of-way along Alcoma Drive. Owner of the property, Matt Vanderpool stated the rocks were for landscaping purposes. The council was asked to declare the rocks a nuisance, however after discussion they decided to table the matter. Submitted photo

Council discusses bike path, nuisances, rate increases

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

It was a full meeting for the North Sioux City Council Monday, Nov. 6 as they discussed multiple projects, property nuisances and sewer and garbage rate increases.

Tom Jacobs stands next to a carved eagle statue at his home in McCook Lake. It was carved by his friend Mike Caskey. Photo by Kelly Riibe • times2reporter@gmail.com

Jacobs – Proud to be a Vietnam veteran

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

November 11 is an occasion to honor veterans who have served in war on behalf of the United States. The selfless duty of others allows America to be a land full of freedom. Tom Jacobs, of McCook Lake, knows this more than many as his duty of military service took him to Vietnam during wartime.

Caroline Raymond is pictured with her two children Riley and Lee. Submitted photo

Following in her role models’ footsteps

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Growing up different people influence others making them look up to them as role models. This could be a family member, teacher, celebrity or just anyone. For Caroline Raymond, first grade teacher at Elk Point-Jefferson, she had three role models that she tries to live like every day.

Stockwell Engineering, in correlation with the South Dakota Department of Transportation, Felsburg, Holt & Ullevig and WSB, presented the alternative bypass rendering at the Open House Monday, Oct. 30. All images are proposed at this time. Submitted rendering

Open house held for bypass project

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

The traffic on Northshore Drive has been a hot topic for many years amongst various government entities. Now, the city road which acts as a farm-to-market road, is looking to be addressed.

Saving every life, one animal at a time

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

The Siouxland Humane Society (SHS) has received national recognition from the Best Friends Animal Society. A plaque was awarded for achieving a save rate of over 90 percent for year 2022, naming the SHS a no-kill shelter.