Union County commissioners raised the speed limit on a por‑tion of County Road 23, approved a zoning change in Dakota Dunes and moved forward on several ma‑jor highway projects during their April 28 meeting.

On March 31, 2026, the Union County Commission‑ers accepted the low bid of $5,780, from “L&L Build‑ers based in Sioux City, IA. The commission voted unanimously to accept the bid. The bid will cover renovations and additional square footage to the exist‑ing Union County Court‑house. The bid also covers renovations and additional square footage to the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The current Union County Courthouse was completed in 1978.

The Union County Historical So‑ciety is continuing restoration work on the county’s historic brick kiln, a 19th‑century beehive kiln believed to be one of the earliest brick‑making sites in South Dakota.

Masquerade Ball was the theme for Elk Point-Jefferson’s prom on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Huskies in 11th grade and 12th grade, plus their guests, were dressed in formal attire for a fun evening. Justin Clercx, the activities director at Elk Point-Jefferson (EPJ) served as master of ceremonies.

A crowd was observed on the south end of Pheasant Road, in Elk Point, on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The large gathering occurred at 10:30 am. All were present for the ribbon cutting ceremony to honor Elk Point’s city council approval of the second phase in regards to Country Club Estates. John Curry, Principal of Elk Point Investments, was on-site as were many local officials, community members, the developer plus members of Elk Point’s Chamber of Commerce.

Union County Electric is proud to announce a $1,000 donation to the Union County Fair to support essential infrastructure improvements ahead of this year’s festivities. As a communityfocused cooperative, Union County Electric is committed to investing in the local landmarks that bring neighbors together.

The Union County Commission moved quickly through a light agenda Tuesday, approving two property assessment appeals and authorizing contracts tied to upcoming county projects. Commissioners Kevin Joffer, Michael Dailey, Bob Ballard and Peggy Ustad opened the April 21 meeting at 9:30 a.m.

Local law enforcement officers, Special Olympics athletes and community members will take part in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run in Elk Point on Monday, May 11. The event will begin at 11:15 a.m.

The Elk Point‑Jefferson Performing Arts Boosters will host their inaugural Awards Gala on May 3 at The Pointe, celebrating EPJ performing arts students for their talent, dedication and accomplishments throughout the year.