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School district releases building projects

The Elk Point-Jefferson School District has spent the last few years looking at and contemplating the needs of the growing school district, including various updates to the facilities. In 2022, the school district attempted a bond issue for these improvements, but the bond failed to pass a vote of the people. This sent the district back to the drawing board.
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Dakota Valley Panthers power through region play

The Dakota Valley boys basketball team hosted the Parker Pheasants for the first game of regionals on Tuesday, Feb. 27. The pep band was present and loud, as were the fans and cheerleaders who were ready to see DV in action on the court.
DV Panthers competes in Watertown at State Debate

The start of March was an important time for the Dakota Valley high school debate team as they traveled to Watertown for the state competition on March 1 and 2. South Dakota has two classes for debate.
St. Teresa’s 7th grade girls help at foster closest

Birthdays are a staple in life. And on Wednesday, Feb. 28 the 7th grade girls youth discipleship group from St. Teresa’s in Dakota Dunes worked together to give birthday parties to foster children in need. This act of kindness was done in conjunction with the Siouxland Foster Closet, a nonprofit organization, who makes it their mission to help children in the foster care system by providing a free shopping experience of clothing and other necessities.

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Panther volleyball set sights on the state tournament

The Panther volleyball team went on the road to Lennox on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. They also traveled again on Saturday, October 19th, for the DAK 12 Conference Tournament Submitted photo in Vermillion.

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Van Den Hul inducted in to Hall of Fame

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.

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Board approves plan for land washout restoration

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…

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Headid suspends participation voluntarily

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…

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Girl Scouts making a difference with bronze award project

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…

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EPJ Huskies stay competitive against strong competion

The Huskies took on competition from across the river on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. It was a quick volleyball match as Elk Point-Jefferson defeated the South Sioux City (SSC) Cardinals in a 3 set sweep at home.

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EPJ battles tough Sioux Valley

It was a tough contest for Elk Point-Jefferson, in football, on Friday, October 18, 2024. The Huskies traveled to Sioux Valley to take on the Cossacks in a game that would outline postseason match-ups for both squads.

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EPJ runners run strong at regionals, Marx heads to State

The 3A Regions meet for Class A cross country was hosted by the Huskies on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at The Pointe Golf Course. The familiar territory had Elk Point-Jefferson running well and ending the day with a state qualifier.

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State Champions!

Dakota Valley brought home the 2024 state championship on Tuesday, Oct. 8. From left: Cash Slater, Matt DeBeer, Logan Collette, Tyler Cornelsen, Dylan Lukken, and Tate Cornelsen.

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