The Union County Board of Commissioners met Dec. 9 at the court‑house, working through a wide agenda that ranged from facility upgrades and highway easements to tax abatements and budget adjustments.

The Elk Point-Jefferson School Dis‑trict Board of Education met Dec. 8, approving routine business, personnel changes, and policy updates while high‑lighting student achievements across the district.

Dorothy Langle, a member of St. Paul Lu‑theran Church, secured a $250 Thrivent grant that was used to sup‑port the Elk Point Food Pantry.

Santa is coming to Horizon Health Elk Point. Members of the Elk Point community are invited to a merry and bright opportunity to get into the holiday spirit with our special visitor.

Mayor Deb McCreary and the Elk Point City Council met Dec. 1 to swear in a new member, approve financial claims, and advance work on the city’s lagoon aeration project.

Mayor Padraic Rigg and the Jefferson City Council met Dec. 1 to review finances, dis‑cuss property issues, and approve an event license for Bud’s Bar.

The Leader-Courier and Dakota Dunes/North Sioux City Times have announced early deadlines for upcoming holiday editions. The deadline for the Dec.

The Wednesday Women’s Club of Elk Point gathered Dec. 3 at Blue Tequila restaurant for its annual Christmas meeting, highlighted by festive music and community spirit.

For 50 years, the Elk Point Meals on Wheels program has been a steady presence in the community, delivering hot, nutritious meals to elderly residents who might otherwise struggle to prepare food on their own.

Union County 4-H members, leaders, and supporters gathered at the Southeast Farmers Elevator Coop, Elk Point, SD, on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, to celebrate the hard work and dedication of 4-H youth and volunteers. This year’s event brought together families, community members, and supporters, to acknowledge outstanding accomplishments and encourage continued involvement in 4-H programs. Several individuals and clubs received special recognition for their exceptional contributions. demonstrated outstanding leadership and community service, volunteer efforts, as well as clubs that achieved significant milestones in project work.