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Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies go on winning streak

The Elk Point-Jefferson girls volleyball team defeated two teams last week in tight contests. First up was Tea Area on Oct.
Spooky houses pop up for Halloween

Every October, the students and staff of Dakota Valley look forward to seeing the “spooky house” on Northshore Drive. It has become a staple to signify Halloween and autumn are coming to the area. The multiple horror story characters on the balcony, along with hanging skeletons and mock tombstones are known for getting neighbors and all who pass by into the Halloween spirit.
Elk Point class holds 70th reunion

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Three DV Panthers medal at state cross country

The fastest field of cross country athletes invaded Yankton Trails, in Sioux Falls, on October 21st for the state meet. Dakota Valley qualified both the girls and boys varsity teams, which meant 12 Panthers represented on the course in addition to 4 talented alternates.
RP Constructors named Business of the Month

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Council discusses flood response, notification system

On July 3, Mayor Patti Teel called a special meeting to order at 7 p.m. with the city council and community members present. The agenda was approved with an addition regarding a fireworks permit request. Community department heads and community board reports were limited to three minutes.

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Flood berm, clean-up discussed

The Jefferson City Council’s recent meeting on July 1, 2024, addressed various vital issues and ongoing projects pertinent to the community. One of the discussion topics during the meeting was the future of the former Jefferson High School property.

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UC Board terminates agreement with SDDOT

The Union County Board of Commissioners met for its regular session on June 25, 2024. One of the key topics addressed during the meeting was the current flood situation.

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2024 Tri-County 4-H Horse Show grows in numbers

In spite of Mother Nature’s worst, with flooding and road closures, the 2024 Clay-Union-Yankton County Horse Show went off as scheduled. It was a huge success, with more 4-H Exhibitors entering more events than in any show in recent memory.

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Jefferson Days of ‘59 festival returns for another fun-filled year

The annual Jefferson Days of ‘59 Founders Festival is back, Thursday, July 11 to Sunday, July 14. This event celebrates the history of Jefferson with food, drink, some classic small-town fun and a wide range of activities for all ages.

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DV board focuses on work, regular sessions

The Dakota Valley school board was busy in the second week of June with a regular session meeting and a work session on June 10th, as well as another work session on June 11th. The June 10th work session was called to order at 5:30pm by Chairperson Steve Kistner.

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Elk Point-Jefferson has couple of tough losses

The Huskies had 2 games to start July as Elk Point-Jefferson’s senior legion squad faced off against strong opponents on July 2nd and July 3rd. Both games were close, however EPJ was on the losing side twice as they fell to Post 911 Chargers Legion from Sioux Falls and Post 1 from Vermillion.

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Izaak Walton beacon for aid

The first of what will be many press conferences to address the area’s recent flooding was held near Izaak Walton McCook Lake on Sunday, June 30, at 4:45 p.m. It convened around 5:02 p.m.

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McCullough runs at Nike Outdoor Nationals

Alex McCullough, of Wynstone, recently placed at the Nike Outdoor Nationals on June 12-13 in Eugene, OR. A soon to be freshman at Dakota Valley, Mc-Cullough ran against some of the fastest middle schoolers out there. She brought home 3rd place in the mile and 5th place for the 800m.

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New dance studio located in Dakota Dunes

A new dance studio just opened up on 317 Dakota Dunes Blvd Suite E. in Dakota Dunes South Dakota. Elevate Dance Academy opened its doors offering two fun summer dance camps earlier this month. They are offering two more summer camps along with pop up classes in July.

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