The 2024 Panther Cross Country team had 4 student athletes make Academic All-State for the 2024 season. They were: Jack Brown, Brayden Hamm, Sophia Redler and David Thieman. In order to qualify for Academic All-State honors, these Panthers had to meet certain criteria as put forth by the South Dakota Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association.

The South Dakota High School Activities Association held the 2024 state contest for competition cheer on October 25-26, 2024 in Rapid City. Dakota Valley was in attendance with others from Class A who all performed on Friday, October 25. The event was held in Rapid City at the Summit Arena in The Monument.

On October 29, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., the Union County Board of Commissioners convened for a regular session, with key members including Michael Dailey, Kevin Joffer, Peggy Ustad, and Tom Kimmel present. The session began with a motion proposed by Commissioner Dailey and seconded by Commissioner Kimmel to approve the meeting agenda. An amendment was introduced to remove the Cup of Joy LLC’s Liquor License hearing while adding a significant discussion regarding the District 3 position and future actions. This amendment was carried.

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For Elk Point-Jefferson’s last volleyball match of the regular season, on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, they had to travel to Vermillion to take on the Tanagers. The Huskies did not mess around at all during the away contest as they swept Vermillion in epic fashion.

The Dakota Valley Dance Team secured their status at the top of Class A as they were crowned state champions for the 15th consecutive year on October 26, 2024. It was to no one’s surprise, as the Panthers went into state with multiple first place finishes during the regular season. These top marks were received while dancing against competition from not only Class A, but the much larger Class AA schools.

It was an impressive showing by the Panther varsity runners at the state cross country (XC) meet on October 26, 2024. Dakota Valley represented well, on tough terrain and in dusty conditions, at Hart Ranch Camping Resort in Rapid City.

As winter approaches, the need for warm clothing becomes increasingly essential, particularly for those who may be struggling to keep their families comfortable. This is why Jerri Bailey is reaching out to the community of North Sioux City to participate in the Winter Coat Drive. Once again, Bailey has set up coat racks at the ROCS Food Pantry located at City Hall, and Bailey needs your help to make this initiative a success.

Sioux City’s 2024 National Champions emerged victorious in a dominant performance against Kansas City on Saturday’s home opener with a final score of 3-0. Sergeant Bluff Senior Hunter Echter and North Senior Noah Dirkschneider found the back of the net in the second period, while South Sioux Senior Ryan Hedquist sealed the win with a goal in the third period. However, the K.C. Jets came onto the ice Sunday morning ready for redemption. In an intense hockey game, the visiting team emerged victorious with a final score of 3-2. The game was marked by tight competition and several penalties. Sioux City saw goals from Dakota Valley Junior Noah Graham and S.S.C Senior Ryan Hedquist, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.

On October 21, 2024, the North Sioux City Council gathered for its regular meeting, which Mayor Patricia Teel called to order promptly at 7:00 p.m. The assembly included council members Kodi Benson, Jim Christenson, Joan Christiansen, Bob Davis, Lonnie Green, Lynn Hoffman, and Greg Meyer, while Gary Bogenrief was absent. Several key officials, including City Finance Officer Amy Lilly, Interim City Administrator Andrew Nilges, and City Attorney Sarah Kleber, also attended.