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Big turnout for ‘Donuts with Grown‑Ups’

School parking lots, at Dakota Valley, were full as many attended the Panther’s annual “Donuts with Grown-Ups” event for the elementary and upper elementary students. Preschool through 3rd grade had a morning of frosted baked goods on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Students in 4th and 5th grade were able to invite their grown-ups to breakfast on Thursday, March 5.
A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief

A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief Staying Connected Close to Home At times, the world beyond our community can feel heavy. Headlines move fast, national conversations grow loud, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by stories happening far from home.
Marx, Neiman take top honors at first ‘Mr. EPJ’ contest

SeniorsMasonMarxand Tanner Neiman brought home honors from the first ever “Mr. EPJ” contest held on Monday, March 2, 2026. In pageant style fashion, eleven Huskies competed in a runway walk, interview and talent show all in an effort to win the crown. Marx was named “Mr. EPJ” and Neiman won “Fan Favorite”.
Irish tunes and taps at JBS

Jefferson Beer Supply will mark St. Patrick’s Day with corned beef, specialty beers and live traditional Irish music on Sunday, March 15.
Fish fry crew keeps plates and spirits full

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Elk Point to host Special Olympics Torch Run on May 11

Shannon Jost

Friday, May 1, 2026

Local law enforcement officers, Special Olympics athletes and community members will take part in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run in Elk Point on Monday, May 11. The event will begin at 11:15 a.m.

Panthers compete hard in tough road game at Madison

Kelly Riibe

Friday, May 1, 2026

Dakota Valley softball faced top-ranked Madison on Monday, April 20, 2026 in an away contest. The game went 7 innings, but had the Panthers on the losing end by a score of 3-9. Senior Annie Bourne started in the circle and had 2 strikeouts for DV. Junior Emma Barnett pitched in relief and also had 2 Ks.

Absentee voting now open in Union County as ballots arrive

News Staff

Monday, April 27, 2026

Absentee voting for South Dakota’s June 2 primary election began Monday, April 27, after Union County received its ballots, the county auditor’s office announced.

DV bats stay hot in two‑game sweep of Tri‑County

Kelly Riibe

Friday, April 24, 2026

Two wins were secured by the Dakota Valley varsity baseball team versus the Tri-County Sundogs in mid-April. The Panthers were victorious by large margins in both contests as the bats were on fire and pitching was sound. Their opponents, the Tri-County Sundogs, consisted of players from Irene, Gayville, Volin, Wakonda, Hurley and Viborg.

Betsworth shoots even par to lead DV to second place

Kelly Riibe

Friday, April 24, 2026

Competition began for Dakota Valley (DV) girls golf on April 13, 2026 with a quadrangular meet at Beresford. Panther varsity and junior varsity (JV) golfers pulled out their drivers, irons and putters to play The Bridges at Beresford Golf Course.

Dakota Valley board OKs staffing changes

Shannon Jost

Friday, April 24, 2026

The Dakota Valley School Board approved a series of staffing changes, contract actions and program agreements during its April 13 regu‑lar meeting, moving forward on preparations for the 2026‑27 school year.

DV relay shatters school record in Hartford

Kelly Riibe

Friday, April 24, 2026

Much success was had by the Dakota Valley (DV) track and field team on April 13, 2026 at the West Central (WC) Invite in Hartford. Even a slight weather delay could not slow down the Panthers as they cruised to top finishes and even a school record in the girls 4x100m relay.

Library Week underscores NSC library’s impact

Shannon Jost

Friday, April 24, 2026

As National Library Week was observed na‑tionwide April 19–25, the North Sioux City Commu‑nity Library is being high‑lighted for its year‑round role as a resource for learn‑ing, technology access and community connection.

Huskies answer DV setback with big road win

Kelly Riibe

Friday, April 24, 2026

Two away games greeted Elk Point-Jefferson’s softball team in mid-April. They played nearby Dakota Valley (DV) on Monday, April 13, 2026. The Huskies then traveled to Wagner, on April 16, 2026, to face the Red Raiders.

Huskies claim girls title, boys fifth at Wagner Invite

Kelly Riibe

Friday, April 24, 2026

Competing in the Wagner Invite for track and field, on April 14, 2026, were Elk Point-Jefferson’s boys and girls teams. Top honors were achieved as the Husky girls claimed 1st place as a team and the Husky boys brought home 5th place. There were 16 girls’ teams at this meet and 17 boys’ teams.

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Big turnout for ‘Donuts with Grown‑Ups’

A Message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief

Marx, Neiman take top honors at first ‘Mr. EPJ’ contest

Irish tunes and taps at JBS

Fish fry crew keeps plates and spirits full

Elk Point to host Special Olympics Torch Run on May 11

Panthers compete hard in tough road game at Madison

Absentee voting now open in Union County as ballots arrive

DV bats stay hot in two‑game sweep of Tri‑County

Betsworth shoots even par to lead DV to second place

Dakota Valley board OKs staffing changes

DV relay shatters school record in Hartford

Library Week underscores NSC library’s impact

Huskies answer DV setback with big road win

Huskies claim girls title, boys fifth at Wagner Invite

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