Soloists, duets, trios and ensembles played in Dakota Valley’s Performing Arts Center on Thursday, March 19, 2026 for the “Night of Superiors” music concert. It was an evening full of band and choir performances. The goal of the concert was to recognize Panther students who had received the high rating of SUPERIOR at regional small group contests in 2026.

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The Dakota Valley School Board moved through a full agenda March 9, taking action on personnel changes, curriculum purchases and 2026–27 contracts while hearing updates on school safety, community events and the upcoming school board election deadline.

This year’s prom at Dakota Valley will be on Saturday, March 28, 2026 for Panther seniors and juniors, plus their dates. This year’s theme is “Masquerade Mystery”. The grand march is set to happen at 8 pm in the high school gym. It is a great opportunity for the general public to attend and take photos in addition to seeing attendees in their formalwear.

School parking lots, at Dakota Valley, were full as many attended the Panther’s annual “Donuts with Grown-Ups” event for the elementary and upper elementary students. Preschool through 3rd grade had a morning of frosted baked goods on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Students in 4th and 5th grade were able to invite their grown-ups to breakfast on Thursday, March 5.

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An induction ceremony for Dakota Valley’s National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) was held on Monday, March 2, 2026 in the Performing Arts Center. Stacey Langley, the NJHS adviser, coordinated the event. Ella Greene and Aubrey Bird, Panther 8th graders, served as the masters of ceremony.

The North Sioux City Commission approved several development actions Monday, including multiple final plats in the Union Crossing project and a $3.7 million contract for reconstruction of Northshore Drive.

A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief Staying Connected Close to Home At times, the world beyond our community can feel heavy. Headlines move fast, national conversations grow loud, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by stories happening far from home.

Jefferson Beer Supply will mark St. Patrick’s Day with corned beef, specialty beers and live traditional Irish music on Sunday, March 15.