The Siouxland Recovery Fund, in collaboration with the Community Action Agency of Siouxland and the Salvation Army of Siouxland, is proud to announce the launch of an individual assistance program to support the needs of flood victims in Woodbury, Union, Plymouth, and Dakota Counties.

“We are so grateful for our partnership with Union County Electric Cooperative and the Operation Round Up committee for this grant,” Horizon Health Foundation Executive Director Tracy Pardy said. “The support helps us move our mission forward to provide quality care for our patients. Thank you.”

Sports athletes and family members attended the Elk Point-Jefferson Fall Kickoff on Monday, August 5 to hear about what is ahead for the Huskies this school year and throughout the upcoming season. Superintendent Philip Schonebaum was the first speaker of the evening. He started the meeting with a discussion about having a good culture and embracing the EPJ school community as family.

The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) reminds the public to remain vigilant when recreating on lakes around the state as harmful algal blooms (HAB) can develop rapidly and without notice during the warm summer months.

The Union County Board of Commissioners convened for their regular session on July 23, 2024, at the Courthouse in Elk Point, SD. The meeting, commencing at 8:30 a.m., was attended by Commissioners Michael Dailey, Kevin Joffer, Richard Headid, and Tom Kimmel.

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The CPL Russell N. Ferdig Memorial Bridge Ceremony was a heartfelt event that brought together community members and relatives to honor the memory of a Vietnam veteran. The dedication ceremony was a touching tribute to Ferdig and his service to the nation.

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Governor Kristi Noem formally requested a major disaster declaration from the President for 25 counties due to the severe flooding that occurred in South Dakota between June 16 and July 8, 2024. Governor Noem signed Executive Order 2024-06 declaring the disaster. According to the National Weather Service, the rain event that created this flooding was a 1,000-year event.

There’s still time to get your students scheduled for an annual wellness exam. Horizon Health is currently scheduling adolescent wellness checks at its 22 locations across South Dakota. Horizon’s dental locations offer mouth guards to protect your athletes during their sports seasons.