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Zoo teaches about animals at the North Sioux City Library

The Omaha Zoo came to the North Sioux City Library on Thursday, June 15. Educators from the zoo talked about a variety of animals ranging from snakes, turtles, sharks, gorillas, penguins and insects. Hides, shells and even cockroaches were brought to display and show those in attendance.
Elk Point-Jefferson Legion Baseball opens for summer season

The Elk Point-Jefferson Senior Legion baseball team opened their 2023 summer season June 2-4 at the Kyle Mueller Classic hosted by the Yankton American Legion Post 12 in Crofton, NE. EPJ defeated Norfolk 8-4 on June 2.
Large North American moth spotted near Jefferson

The insect pictured at right, looks like a butterfly, but isn’t. It is in fact a moth – a cecropia moth (Hyalophora cecropia) to be exact. This moth is the largest native moth to North America. They can feature a wingspan of up to 7 inches.
Kleis Coach of the Year

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Pioneer Fun at Adams

Children ages 8-10 years old enjoyed three days of fun at the Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve on June 13-15. The camp was called Pioneer Fun and ran from 9:30 a.m.

2024 Primary Election Candidate List

News Staff

Thursday, April 11, 2024

The 2024 Primary election candidate lists have been released. The primary election will be held on Tuesday, June 4 from 7 a.m.

Union County Commissioners talk insurance

News Staff

Thursday, April 11, 2024

The Union County Board of County Commission meeting on April 2 had a lot of insurance talk and was wrapped up in 2.5 hours. The county’s current Wellmark, health insurance plan, was due.

Committee helps recycling efforts for city

News Staff

Thursday, April 11, 2024

After the City of Elk Point closed its recycling center on Feb. 6, 2023, a committee was formed to figure out new recycling options for residents. The city closed the recycling center due to resident’s abusing the amenity.

Elk Point PD to participate in grant program

News Staff

Thursday, April 11, 2024

The Elk Point Police Department will now participate in grant program through the South Dakota Office of Highway Safety (SDOHS). The department got the city council’s approval at their meeting on April 1.

Johnson speaks to Dakota Valley students

News Staff

Thursday, April 11, 2024

U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson visited the Dakota Valley School District on April 2.

Choir receives superior rating in Vermillion

News Staff

Thursday, April 11, 2024

On April 3, the Elk Point- Jef ferson High School Choir and Band went to Vermillion High School to participate in the Region 1 Large Group Music Contest. The choir students had been working on three pieces of music for the last two months.

Council approves Christensen’s retirement

News Staff

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Before the North Sioux City City Council meeting Tuesday, April 2, City Administrator Eric Christensen submitted his letter of retirement for the council to consider. He highlighted some health concerns as to part of the reason for his early retirement.