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Annual Lutefisk dinner comes back full blast

After having to cancel the last couple years of the Annual Meatball and Lutefisk Dinner, the St. Paul Lutheran Church was able to celebrate the tradition once again. On Dec. 9, the church brought back the tradition after a hiatuses stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Second week of play sees more wins for the Panthers

It was an exciting week of play for Dakota Valley Esports as many matches were won from Dec. 11 through Dec.
Collette’s celebrate 30 years of family tradition

For 30 years Kary Collette, of McCook Lake, and her family have set aside a special time for what they call their annual cookie day. It is a baking tradition that occurs during the holidays. This year they gathered on Sunday, Dec. 17. Goodies were made and more importantly fun times were had with family.
Vande Vegte learns skills to become electrician

There are various opportunities being made available to generate interest for future seniors to work in the state of South Dakota or help fill the labor gap. While programs such as Build Dakota Scholarship and others have formed, there are other opportunities available on the local level to those looking forward to high school graduation.
Panther Boys basketball start season strong

The season opener for Panther boys basketball was Friday, Dec. 8th and Dakota Valley did not disappoint versus the Tea Titans.

EPJ Husky gridiron warriors dominate Wagner

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Thursday, October 10, 2024

An incredible away game was in store for Elk Point-Jefferson as they traveled to Wagner on Friday, October 4, 2024. The Huskies came to town ready to play and dominate, and that is just what they did on their way to a 49-8 win.

Homecoming royalty crowned

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Thursday, October 3, 2024

Homecoming Huskies shutout Beresford Watchdogs

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Thursday, October 3, 2024

The Huskies had an outstanding homecoming game on the football field on Friday, September 27, 2024. Elk Point-Jefferson defeated the Watchdogs of Beresford by a score of 390. The shutout win, under the Friday Night Lights, was a great evening for the EPJ crowd.

Elk Point-Jefferson homecoming court

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Thursday, October 3, 2024

Panther band performs in Beresford

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Thursday, October 3, 2024

Dakota Valley 3-act play starts rehearsals

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Thursday, October 3, 2024

Dakota Valley theater director Cody Juffer recently held auditions for the upcoming three-act play of “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane”. This drama will be performed by Panther high school thespians on Friday, November 15 at 7:00 PM and Saturday, November 16 at 7:00 PM in the Dakota Valley Performing Arts Center.

Panther boys soccer continue to work hard, play well

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Thursday, October 3, 2024

A t o ugh mat ch awaited the Panther boys soccer team, in Vermillion, on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The Tanagers are seeded in the top spot of Class A for South Dakota, yet Dakota Valley gave them a great contest.

Dakota Valley girls soccer roll past competition

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Thursday, October 3, 2024

Dakota Valley girls soccer had a slow start in their home match, versus Garretson, on September 24, 2024. However, they exploded in the last 25 minutes of play to win 4-1.

Panther dance and cheer represent in fine fashion

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Thursday, October 3, 2024

The Panther dance team and Dakota Valley’s competitive cheer squad were both in action throughout the last week of September. Dancers competed on September 24th and September 28th. The cheer team also stayed busy on September 28th plus they competed earlier in the week on September 23, 2024.