Council discusses vandalism, donations

Vandalism and donations were two of the top topics at the North Sioux City City Council meeting on March 18. During council input, City Administrator Eric Christensen discussed an issue with the council with the city’s parks.

No election needed for school board

The Dakota Valley School Board held its monthly meeting March 11 and was informed that no election will be needed as only one petition was returned from Emily Norby. Board member Sara Weber's seat was open.

Commissioners help create ambulance district

The idea of an ambulance district for Elk Point began in November, 2022. The Elk Point Ambulance Board of Directors has been working toward creating the district, which would have the same boundaries as the current Elk Point Fire District.

Quiz Bowl grabs the silver

The Panthers played host to the DAK-XII Conference Quiz Bowl meet on Monday, March 18. Dakota Valley also earned runner-up honors at the round-robin style tournament.

Sterling receives ESGR’s Pro Patria Award

Sterling, an awardwinning provider of transformative technology solutions, is pleased to announce that the South Dakota Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Committee has presented Sterling with its prestigious Pro Patria Award, the highest honor that can be bestowed from an ESGR State Committee.

First Dakota National Bank 3-Class Shootout

The 36th Annual 3-Class Shootout basketball All-Star game will be held on Saturday, March 30 at the McCook Central Auditorium in Salem. All three classes in both boys and girls will be represented by many of the top seniors in South Dakota. The games are as follows: GAME TIMES:

Meet the candidates for the North Sioux City Council

North Sioux City will see four races April 9 – one for four different seats on the City Council – Ward 1, Ward 2, Ward 3 and Ward 4. In Ward 1, challenger Bob Davis goes up against incumbent Tena Carpenter.

School holds second reading on use of AI

With the ever present advancements in technology, educators need to be more aware of ways it can hinder teaching practices. The Elk Point-Jefferson School Board discussed the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at their meeting March 11 and the incorporation of a new school policy.