On June 3, 2025, North Sioux City resident Leo Thorton, a World War II Navy veteran, embarked on a meaningful journey as part of the Midwest Honor Flight, a program dedicated to honoring veterans by providing them with an opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., and reflect on their service.

The Dakota Valley School District Board of Education convened its regular meeting on June 9, 2025, at 6:04 PM in the Dakota Valley Board Room. Chairperson Kistner called the meeting to order, with all board members— Hanson, Kistner, Nilges, Norby, and Thompson— present. District administrators, including Superintendent Dr. Warzecha, incoming Superintendent Garrett Schmidt, and Business Manager Sponder, also attended. The agenda was amended and approved without opposition, and no new conflict of interest disclosures were presented.

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Neighborhood representatives for the Dakota Dunes Homeowners Association (HOA) met on June 2, 2025 in order to vote on the annexation of the Shay Road Development into the community’s HOA. After discussion and a paper ballot voting process it was determined that the Dakota Dunes HOA would annex the development.

The Elk Point-Jefferson Board of Education held its regular meeting on June 9, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the high school study hall. Vice President Sayler presided over the meeting, with board members Brewer, Hanson, and Jacobs in attendance. Board member Geary was absent, and Superintendent Dr. Schonebaum was present.

Leadership for the South Dakota Counseling Association announced, in June, that Elk Point-Jefferson’s very own Danielle Schonebaum has been named President Elect for the South Dakota Counseling Association (SDCA).

The Union County Board of Commissioners held its regular session on June 10, 2025, at 8:30 AM in the Courthouse in Elk Point, South Dakota. Commissioners Dailey, Joffer, Ballard, Kimmel, and Ustad were present. The meeting began with the approval of the agenda and the minutes from the May 27 session before moving into a review of the county’s financial reports. The county treasurer’s records showed a total balance of $20,023,998.55, including deposits, investments, and funds administered for city, school, and township revenue accounts. Monthly reports from various departments were presented, with the Sheriff’s Office collecting $15,793.85 in federal prisoner and INS room and board fees, the Register of Deeds recording $19,298.50 in transfer taxes, and the Clerk of Courts generating $27,842.77 in revenue. The Veteran Service Office reported 28 contacts for the month, while Nurse Donations totaled $50 in May following no recorded donations in April.