Less than an inch. That’s the difference between an off-day and a winning shot for a marksman.

After various discussions on how to appoint or vote in a city council member to the vacant Ward 3 Alderman place, vacated by the untimely passing of Doug Berg, the seat was officially filled at the June 3 meeting.

Isabel Trobaugh is a truly amazing, remarkable, inspirational woman who has forged the way for the citizens of Elk Point, SD, and Siouxland. She leads by her example, integrity, determination, hard work ethic, honesty, and humility. Isabel was a dedicated wife to Roy for 66 years and is a loving mother to Steve and Kathy.

Discussions were held on the former Jefferson High School property, especially that of the old gymnasium. The City Council was waiting to hear from Building Inspector Gary Roan if the structure could be saved and utilized instead of being torn down. Roan had a report ready for the council at their meeting June 3 and stated upon his inspection or review of the Engineer’s report, he agreed the gymnasium could be saved as long as the proposal from RISE Structural Associates, Inc. was followed.

The Union Clay and Yankton Tri-County Horse Show will be held June 25th starting at 9 a.m. at Chuck Donnely Family Farms in rural Elk Point. There will be 33 classes throughout the day with 4-H members showcasing horsemanship, initiative, responsibility and safety skills.

McCook Lake resident and Vietnam veteran Tom Jacobs took a trip to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, May 21, and it was a memorable one. Jacobs was one of over 80 veterans on the Midwest Honor Flight that left the Sioux Falls Regional Airport and flew to Reagan National Airport for a full day of remembrance and recognition.

The North Sioux City Council held a postponed meeting on May 21. It was called to order by Mayor Patti Teel. The agenda was approved after a motion by Greg Meyer, which was seconded and passed by all. Minutes from May 6 were also voted on and approved.

The idea that every child deserves a cake and celebration fun for their birthday is a universal thought that the 3rd graders at Dakota Valley recently took to heart. The teachers and students joined forces with the community to build birthday boxes for those in need.

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