Elk Point-Jefferson has five students who have received large scholarships in order to go into a specific trade. Jayse VandeVegte is going to Western Iowa Technical Community College to study to be an electrician.

The Dakota Valley Annual Art Show was held on April 29 and April 30 from 5-7 p.m. in the DVHS basketball gym. Works by Panther students ranging in age from junior kindergarten to 12th grade were on display. Students, families and art fans could visit the art show and see a variety of art that included: clay models, drawings, beaded works, paintings and more.

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The list of accolades for Dakota Valley Activities Director Bill Clements is always growing. Recently, the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) recognized Clements with an award honoring the longtime Panther administrator for his 30 years of service.

The Elk Point Girl Scout Service Unit 334 did an overnight tour at the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium on March 28-29, 2024. There were 35 Girl Scouts and 27 adult volunteers in attendance to enjoy this wonderful experience.

At the last meeting, the Dakota Dunes Community Improvment District Board of Supervisors instructed District Manager Andrew Tramp and board member Janet Finzen to bring back playground designs and proposal costs to be discussed at the next meeting.

Panther high school students, involved with Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), attended the state leadership conference on April 21-23. The event was held in Sioux Falls and allowed members to showcase their talents in the subjects of Family and Consumer Science (FACS).

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Richard Headid of North Sioux City has officially announced his candidacy in the race for Union County Sheriff. Headid, a graduate of West Sioux High School in Hawarden, joined the North Sioux City Police Department as a police officer in March of 1995.

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