DV families volunteer over winter break

Winter break is often a time for holiday fun and gathering with friends and family. It can also be a chance to give back, which is what many Dakota Valley families did on Friday, Dec. 29. The non-profit organization, Sleep in Heavenly Peace Sioux City, benefited greatly as locals from Dakota Dunes, North Sioux City and surrounding areas gathered to build beds for children in need.

Four Huskies place in Garretson Invitational

The Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies attended Garretson’s Jesse James Invitational on Jan. 6 and came home with one 3rd place finish and three 4th place finishes.

Elk Point-Jefferson Lady Huskies continue winning streak

On Dec. 30, the Huskies took to the court against Irene-Wakonda and didn’t look back. The girls controlled the ball from start to finish taking a commanding lead and clipping the Eagles wings 60-26.

County conducts year-end business

The Union County Commissioners closed off 2023 with their year-end meeting and opened 2024 with their organizational meeting six days apart. On Dec.

Dakota Valley Panthers show their strength

There is little doubt in anyone’s mind as to how strong the Panther boys basketball team is after a dominating win versus Sergeant Bluff-Luton on Saturday, Jan. 6. Dakota Valley bested the Warriors by a score of 69-41 on SBL’s homecourt.

Panthers participate in Parkston Classic

Both the boys and the girls basketball teams for Dakota Valley travelled during winter break for the Parkston Classic on Dec. 29. Teams from throughout South Dakota played at the Parkston Armory to close out 2023.

Boonstra, Lukken place at Farrand Invitational

The 49th Annual Floyd Farrand High School Wrestling Invitational happened on Dec. 30 for the Panthers. Many fierce and ranked competitors hit the mats for this tournament which was held at Sioux Falls Lincoln.