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County authorizes budget changes

Shannon Jost

Thursday, December 18, 2025

The Union County Board of Commissioners met Dec. 9 at the court‑house, working through a wide agenda that ranged from facility upgrades and highway easements to tax abatements and budget adjustments.

EPJ approves audit report, policy updates

Shannon Jost

Thursday, December 18, 2025

The Elk Point-Jefferson School Dis‑trict Board of Education met Dec. 8, approving routine business, personnel changes, and policy updates while high‑lighting student achievements across the district.

A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief - A Year of Progress

News Staff

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the progress we’ve made this year. It’s been a year of momentum, investment, and continued recovery - all focused on serving our residents and planning for a strong future.

Children visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus during the ARK United Methodist Church’s Kids Free Shopping Spree in North Sioux City, S.D., on Dec. 6, 2025. The annual event pairs children with personal shoppers to select and wrap gifts for family members at no cost. Submitted photo

ARK Kids Free Shopping Spree

Shannon Jost

Thursday, December 11, 2025

A beloved North Sioux City tradition returned Dec. 6 as ARK United Methodist Church hosted its an‑nual Kids Free Shop‑ping Spree, drawing dozens of families for a day of holiday cheer and generosity.

From left, Doug and Cathy Maurstad present donated supplies to Elk Point Food Pantry Manager Tam Edgar. The items were purchased with a $250 Thrivent grant secured by St. Paul Lutheran member Dorothy Langle. Submitted photo

St. Paul Lutheran grant aids Food Pantry

Shannon Jost

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Dorothy Langle, a member of St. Paul Lu‑theran Church, secured a $250 Thrivent grant that was used to sup‑port the Elk Point Food Pantry.

Santa Claus is coming to town

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Thursday, December 11, 2025

Santa is coming to Horizon Health Elk Point. Members of the Elk Point community are invited to a merry and bright opportunity to get into the holiday spirit with our special visitor.

The DV jazz band was the first number to perform at the Panther’s holiday concert on Thursday, December 4, 2025.

Dakota Valley bands shine in holiday concert

Kelly Riibe

Thursday, December 11, 2025

A large crowd was seated at Dakota Valley’s Performing Arts Center (PAC) on Thursday, December 4, 2025 for the Panther’s holiday band concert. Student musicians in grades 5th-12th took the stage to perform festive pieces for all to enjoy.

Elk Point council swears in Penfield

Shannon Jost

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Mayor Deb McCreary and the Elk Point City Council met Dec. 1 to swear in a new member, approve financial claims, and advance work on the city’s lagoon aeration project.

Jefferson weighs road purchase

Shannon Jost

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Mayor Padraic Rigg and the Jefferson City Council met Dec. 1 to review finances, dis‑cuss property issues, and approve an event license for Bud’s Bar.

NCS waives recovery permits

Shannon Jost

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Mayor Chris Bogenrief and the North Sioux City Commission met Dec. 1 to ap‑prove a new malt beverage license, waive building permit fees for flood‑damaged properties, and review the city’s 2024 au‑dit.