If you have a passion for gardening and soil health or simply want to learn more about the natural world around us, the Union County Primetime Garden Series is the perfect opportunity for you. This ongoing educational series is presented by the South Dakota State University (SDSU) Extension, designed for community members eager to cultivate their knowledge while fostering connections with fellow gardening enthusiasts.

The first ever Elk Point Hometown Christmas Market was hosted on Saturday, November 30, 2024 by the city’s chamber of commerce. The event ran from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., on Main Street, in Elk Point. Vendors were set-up, as well as many fun activities in place for kids and families.

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The Dakota Valley community prepares to spread joy and support for our students through the annual giving tree initiative. The Giving tree is a beautiful reminder of our community's spirit of giving. Donating presents directly to students in need can help ensure every child experiences the joy of the holiday season. This initiative is a collaborative effort, with all items purchased going directly to benefit students and their families who may be facing challenges during this festive time.

North Sioux City heads to the polls to vote for a form of city government. The two forms of government are the current aldermanic form or a 5-commissioner municipality form comprised of 4 commissioners and one mayor. Both forms may employ a city administrator.

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Nine Panthers, along with many other incredible musicians met up in Canton, South Dakota on November 26, 2024 for Region 1 Honor Band. The annual concert took place in the Canton Performing Arts Center and was well attended.

Auditions for Dakota Valley’s One-Act play were held just before Thanksgiving. This year the talented thespians will be performing “Oh, What A Tangled Web” by John R. Carroll. Anna Michaelson, Panther high school teacher and the play’s director, is excited for her students to start rehearsals.

On November 26, 2024, the Union County Board of Commissioners convened for a regular session at 8:30 a.m. Members present included Chairman Kevin Joffer, Tom Kimmel, and Peggy Ustad.

Band Director Preston Pohlman accompanied some very talented Huskies to Canton on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 for Region 1 Honor Band. It was an evening of wonderful music with Elk Point-Jefferson having the following band students attend: Tessa McMahan: EPJ Regan Rasmussen: Flute Natalie Wells: Trumpet Carter Langle: Trombone Thomas Hemmingstad Percussion Jillyan Vande Vegte: Percussion The concert took place in the Canton Performing Arts Center. Band students practiced all day together and were under the direction of Dr. Christopher Brandt from Morningside University in Sioux City. The large group worked on-stage all at once and also in sections throughout the course of the day.