EPJ runners compete well, look forward to home region meet

Warm October temperatures greeted the Elk Point-Jefferson cross country team for their meets at Vermillion on October 7, 2024 and in Lennox on October 10, 2024. At times conditions were windy, but the Huskies showed strength against competition from in and around southeastern South Dakota.

NSC council considers streaming meetings

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.

NSC Fire Department Open House

The North Sioux City Fire/Rescue/EMS department hosted their annual open house on Sunday, October 13 from Noon-2 pm. Many attended to celebrate Fire Prevention Week and learn more about emergency response and safety.

Dunes Fall Festival

The Dakota Dunes Homeowner’s Association (HOA) hosted its annual Fall Festival on Sunday, October 6, 2024. In past years, the event took place on the tennis courts of the Dakota Dunes Country Club. However, this year, it was moved to Prairie Park. All in attendance appeared to enjoy the new venue and wonderful atmosphere.

Women’s Wednesday Club 125th Anniversary

The Women’s Wednesday Club recently marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 125th Anniversary on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. The event, filled with profound historical significance and camaraderie, took place at the Union County Historical Society’s Charles Murtha House, where club members adorned themselves in turn-of-the-century costumes to honor the occasion.

SD librarians earn accreditation

The South Dakota State Library awarded certification to 38 librarians from 27 libraries at the annual South Dakota Library Association conference on Sept. 26 in Aberdeen, S.D. The voluntary certification program recognizes library directors and staff who have met certain certification standards.

Dakota Valley boys soccer competes well against tough competition

By Kelly Riibe times2reporter@gmail.com The Panther boys soccer team finished out their regular season strong for 2024. As a young group, with a very small number of upperclassmen, Dakota Valley showed grit to continually improve and give good effort.

Panther girls soccer finish regular season with win

The last regular season game for girls soccer had Dakota Valley in Vermillion on Thursday, October 3, 2024. The Panthers showed up ready to play and returned home victorious after securing 8 goals to the Tanager’s 2.