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.

Jefferson will hold an election April 9 for one seat on the city council in Ward One. Incumbent Mark LaFleur will be challenged by Sarah Lake.

On April 3, 2024, SD Highway 46, from the east edge of the City of Beresford to SD Highway 11, is tentatively scheduled to close. The closure date will depend upon weather and road conditions along the project. During the closure, motorists will be directed to the signed detour route on Interstate 29, Lincoln County Highway 152, and Highway 11. Access to residences and properties adjacent to the project will be maintained for local traffic. Work to be completed during the first year of this twoyear project includes full roadway grading, replacement of three structures, interim surfacing and new signing from east of Beresford to Highway 11.

A 44-year-old Sioux City male has been charged in the attempted robbery of a North Sioux City bank on March 12. Around 2:30 p.m., a man identified as Dennis John Manchester walked into Liberty National Bank, located at 113 Military Road, and handed the teller a note and brandished a weapon.

On Thursday, March 21, WEL-Life at Elk Point is holding a community celebration from 4 to 6 p.m. in honor of their 25th anniversary. The community is welcome to join the residents and staff of WEL-Life for refreshments and strolls down memory lane at their facility located at 600 East Lincoln Street in Elk Point.

The Sioux City Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau is thrilled to announce its rebranding from Explore Sioux City to Explore Siouxland, reflecting the organization’s commitment to inclusivity and representation of the entire Siouxland region. Alongside the rebranding, Explore Siouxland is launching a dynamic new website, complete with a community calendar of events, encouraging active participation from the Siouxland community.

The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) will hold a pre-construction informational meeting to share details about the SD Highway 46 construction project planned from the east city limits of Beresford to the Iowa state line. The informational meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Monday, March 25, 2024, at the Beresford Public Library, located at 115 S. 3rd St. in Beresford. Representatives from SDDOT and the contracting firm will be available to answer questions and discuss the project. Information will be provided on the project schedule and process.

A new activity is set to join football, volleyball as well as track and field as a sanctioned high school sport in South Dakota. Esports has been surging in popularity over the past decade – the streaming audience is expected to hit 1.4 billion in 2025, and several South Dakota colleges have established Esports programs.

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Jefferson Beer Supply, local Siouxland craft brewery, will host a Food Truck Off-Menu Battle Royale April 27. Four of Siouxland’s favorite food trucks will go head-tohead, each featuring an “off-menu” special available only on the day of the event. Diners will vote for their favorite dish, and the winning truck walks away as the “Food Truck Battle Royale Champion” and custom championship wrestling belt! The event Shelter to raise money and awareness for Siouxland’s only emergency homeless shelter.