When the Union County Commissioners were discussing courthouse expansions, one phase included relocating the radio tower and generator. While the expansion has been put on hold, the commissioners continued discussions on moving the tower May 2 at their meeting.

The 2023 Dakota Valley prom dance was held on Saturday, April 29. Seniors, juniors and underclassmen who were invited by upperclassmen dressed in their formal best for the event. The theme for this year’s prom was “Vegas” and masters of ceremonies were Madelyn Hamm and Avery Mozak.

While inflation is hitting the pocketbooks of many people across the United States, residents in Union County are feeling the sting as well. So much so, that area food banks are seeing significant changes in their numbers.

Immanuel Lutheran’s Caring Committee is collecting shelf-stable foods for children for the upcoming summer months. For children that might be making their own lunches throughout the summer, the committee is seeking donation items such as Spaghetti Os, canned pastas, Ramen noodles, microwaveable macaroni & cheese, toaster pastries, cereals, or anything that can be easily prepared.

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Area patients now have even more options for life saving diagnostic tools thanks to CNOS and the new Imaging Center expansion at their Dakota Dunes Clinic location. “The new imaging center is a significant milestone for CNOS patient care,” said Steve DeVoe, Chief Operating Officer at CNOS.

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Governor Kristi Noem and the Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR) announced additional financial assistance for businesses and apprentices to develop new and expand existing Registered Apprenticeship Programs. The effort will invest $7.9 million over three years to administer apprenticeship grants.

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The Union County Board of Commissioners met as the Board of Equalization April 25 and reviewed 11 properties. Out of the 11 properties four were recommended to have no changes and remain the same as previously assessed.