Josh Van Den Hul, of Dakota Dunes, returned to his college alma mater on Saturday, October 19, in order to be inducted into the Wartburg College Athletic Hall of Fame. As a Knight, Van Den Hul’s impact on the football field did not go unnoticed. He earned numerous honors during his time in a black and orange uniform.

A National Honor Society induction ceremony, for juniors and seniors, was held at Dakota Valley on Monday, October 14, 2024. The event took place in the Performing Arts Center (PAC) at 7 pm. Advisor Amanda Valbuena, chapter president Ella Schmiedt and several students welcomed the audience and took time to explain the purpose of National Honor Society (NHS) at the high school level.

The Dakota Valley School District #61-8 held its regular board of education meeting on October 14, 2024, at the Dakota Valley Board Room. The meeting, which commenced at 6:00 PM, was called to order by Vice-Chairperson Jeff Dooley. The roll call indicated the presence of members Dooley, Andrew Nilges, Emily Norby, and Matt Thompson, with Steve Kistner being absent. Administrators Dr. Tonia Warzecha and Business Manager Jill Sponder were also in attendance.

The Union County Board of Commissioners convened for their regular session on October 15, 2024, at the Courthouse in Elk Point, SD. The meeting commenced at 8:30 a.m. and was attended by Commissioners Michael Dailey, Kevin Joffer, Richard Headid, Peggy Ustad, and Tom Kimmel. One of the decisions made during the meeting was the approval of the agenda, with the addition of a potential county burn ban. This motion was put forward by Kimmel and seconded by Dailey, and it was carried.

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The Elk Point-Jefferson Girl Scout Troop 161 is on a mission to make a difference in their community through their Bronze Award project. This group of ten junior Girl Scouts, consisting of 4th and 5th graders, has been working with the Sleep in Heavenly Peace Organization in Sioux City to provide bedding for those in need. Their dedication and hard work have already made a significant impact, and they continue spreading the word about their upcoming bedding drive.

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The North Sioux City Council held its regular meeting on October 7, 2024, with Mayor Teel presiding. The meeting began promptly at 7:00 p.m. and was attended by several council members, City officials, and the City Attorney. The agenda for the meeting was amended to include a discussion on future council agenda items, which was approved unanimously.

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The Build Dakota Road Show was in Panther territory on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. Deni Martin came to Dakota Valley and spoke in the Performing Arts Center at 5 p.m. to those interested in learning more about growing a workforce and full-ride scholarship opportunities for high schoolers in South Dakota.