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McDonald recalls time in WWII

Jim McDonald, of North Sioux City, is a World War II veteran who grew up on a small farm near Smithland, IA. After graduating from high school, McDonald enlisted in the United States Army and embarked on a military journey that was far different from his midwestern life.

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Making history: Huskies head to state for first time

For the first time in Elk Point-Jefferson history, not only does the football team have an 11-0 record, but they have punched their ticket to the State 11B Football tournament. They secured their ticket with a 47-14 win over Hot Springs, Nov. 4 at home.

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Husky volleyball team qualifies for SoDak-16

The Elk Point-Jef ferson Huskies clawed their way through two games – Beresford (Nov. 1) and Canton (Nov. 3) – to secure their way into the SoDak-16. Elk Point -Jef fe rson hosted Beresford Nov. 1 and brought them down in 3 matches – 27-25; 25-23; 25-19. It was a battle to the finish with Natalie Heuertz putting down 14 kills on the night and followed by Bentlee Kollbaum at 9. Danica Torrez led…

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Jefferweentown a success

The second annual Jefferweetown was held at Jefferson Beer Supply Oct. 29.

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Rounds seeking 2023 internship applications

U.S. Senator Mike Rounds is currently accepting applications from college students to serve as interns during the spring 2023 semester. Positions are available in his Washington, D.C. office and his state offices in Aberdeen, Rapid City, Pierre and Sioux Falls. Spring internships typically run from January to May, but dates can be tailored to specific schedules. Interns will receive a stipend,…

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Bick elected as Grand Conductress

The South Dakota Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star has elected Grace Bick to the office of Grand Conductress and appointed Keith Sorge to the office of Grand Sentinal for the 202223 Session. Both Bick and Sorge are members of Juno Chapter in Vermillion. The Order of the Eastern Star is a Masonically related fraternity of women and men. The order is primarily social and charitable in nature,…

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Scouts donate food

The EPJ Cub Scout Pack 87 scouts have been busy since Oct. 20. They conducted a food drive to collect food for the Elk Point food pantry. The scouts learned about service to their community and decorated donation boxes that were placed at Jones Foods. They also created flyers that listed specific needs for the food pantry and stood outside Jones Foods and Fareway in Riverside handing the flyers…

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South Dakota Well Drillers Association offers scholarships

The South Dakota Well Drillers Association (SDWDA) announced that it is offering the “SDWDA Quality Groundwater Scholarships” totaling $10,000 to be divided between five deserving students. There will be one $4,000, one $3,000 and three $1,000 scholarships awarded.

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Recruiting charge leads to work on clarifying SDHSAA policies

The South Dakota High School Activities Association board of directors is considering adding more specific language to its policy against recruiting student athletes from one school to another. “We had a charge of recruiting this year,” said SDHSAA Executive Director Dan Swartos, noting that it was the first one in his six years with the association.

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Students asked to lead sportsmanship initiative

At some South Dakota schools, students are taking the lead in trying to get better sportsmanship at athletic contests. During a discussion on Wednesday of the association’s initiative to increase spor tsmanship among players, coaches and fans, members of the South Dakota High School Activities Association’s board of directors heard a message recorded by grade school students at Hoven. “You are…

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