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NSCFD announces retirement of Fire Chief Pappas

After more than 35 years of dedicated leadership and service, Fire Chief William D. “Bill” Pappas will retire at the end of the year, marking the close of an extraordinary chapter in the history of the North Sioux City Fire Department (NSCFD). Chief Pappas joined the department in 1986 and assumed the role of Fire Chief in 1989. For over three decades, his steady leadership, mentorship, and vision have shaped the department into what it is today.
Panther giving tree brightens holidays

Dakota Valley high school is giving back to the community this holiday season with their annual giving tree. Panther student council members, in grades 9th-12th, have organized an online giving wishlist to directly benefit local children and families. And they have already received a high number of requests from those in need.
Thermo Bond supports Huskies with $40,000 donation

The Elk Point-Jefferson School district received a significant donation from Thermo Bond Build‑ings, LLC on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. A check for $40,000 was presented to the Huskies and all members of the school district are beyond excited and thankful.
Hometown Christmas Market

Elk Point’s second annual Hometown Christmas Market filled Main Street with holiday spirit as families gathered Nov. 30 to celebrate the season with San‑ta, Mrs. Claus and a cast of familiar char‑acters.
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Dakota Valley captures Class A crown Dakota Valley was the #1 seed,in Class A, at the 2025 state tournament. The Panthers took on #8 Wagner in their 1st round of play at Summit Arena at The Monument in Rapid City.

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Dunes Blvd remains 35 mph

Dakota Dunes residents were notified this week that the speed limit on Dakota Dunes Boulevard will remain 35 mph, following more than a year of review by the Dakota Dunes Community Improvement District and the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Because the speed limit is unchanged, golf carts will continue to be prohibited from operating on the boulevard, except when crossing at designated points…

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Johnson meets DV students for Q&A

Dakota Valley high schoolers gathered in the Panther theater room on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 to participate in a question and answer session with South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson. An estimated 75 pupils, mostly upperclassmen, were in attendance. All members of Dakota Valley’s student council organization were onhand.

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NSC advances cannabis ordinance updates

The North Sioux City Commission approved two medical cannabis ordinance updates, an Economic Development Administration grant application and several financial actions during its Feb. 17 regular meeting.

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County sets burn ban, advances projects

Union County commissioners worked through a full agenda Tuesday, approving election agreements, abatements, highway contracts and personnel actions, while also receiving updates on public health, emergency management and the upcoming courthouse expansion.

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Lady Huskies close regular season with strong effort

It was a slow offensive start in the varsity girls basketball game between the Huskies and the Centerville Tornadoes on Monday, February 16, 2026. Elk Point-Jefferson was playing away and it would be over a minute before either team put marks up on the scoreboard.

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EPJ pushes Centerville to the buzzer in tight contest

Senior Anthony Tatro secured the first point for the Huskies in their away game versus the Centerville Tornadoes on Monday, February 16, 2026. It was a fast paced game where every point mattered. It was tied at 8-8 before Centerville was able to hit a couple of 3s to garner an advantage. However, the Huskies grabbed back 4 points as time dwindled in the 1st quarter. The Tornadoes converted on a…

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EPJ qualifies five for state wrestling tournament

The culmination of a ton of hard work in the regular season all came to a head for the Elk Point-Jefferson wrestling team as they hosted girls and boys regional contests for 2026. Region 2B brackets for the girls competed on Thursday, February 19, 2026 and the boys hit the mats on February 21, 2026.

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EPJ students pitch in at KC fish fry

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15th annual EPJEF Chili Cup set for March 28

The Elk Point‑Jefferson Edu‑cational Foundation and the Chili Cup Committee are preparing for the 15th annual Chili Cup fun‑draiser, set for Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Pointe Golf & Event Center.

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Dakota Valley youth meet hosts record field of wrestlers

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