Early deadlines

For the next two weeks, the Dakota Dunes/ North Sioux City Times will have early deadlines due to the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. For those wishing to submit any announcements, advertisements or legals for the Dec.

Earthquake reported in SD, NE

On Sunday, Dec. 10, South Dakota experienced something from Mother Nature it doesn’t normally – an earthquake.

Northshore Bypass Project update

For many years there has been discussions about traffic on Northshore Drive. The farmto- market and residential road has been an issue for many forms of government, not just the city of North Sioux City. However, once again, the issue of Northshore Drive came before the city council at their meeting Dec. 4.

Pearson: Getting ahead of the game at Helluva

An internship opportunity held between the Elk Point-Jefferson School District and area businesses has helped one local senior get a head start in the work industry. At the beginning of the school year, Tracen Pearson was searching for an internship opportunity.

A decade of making repairs in Elk Point

What started out as a small business out of a garage, has grown into a thriving business adventure spanning over a decade. Brian Oedekoven purchased the building, formerly known as Country Estates, and opened Brian’s Repair in October 2013.

Dakota Valley holiday music program a festive event

The month of December started off in a festive mood for Dakota Valley as the high school held their holiday program on Friday, Dec. 1. The band and choir performed to a full crowd with many music students dressing in concert attire that included hints of red, green and Santa Claus hats and accessories.

Huskies bring home 4th place in season opener

The Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies held their own on the mats to begin the 2023-24 wrestling season in Flandreau, SD at their annual Booster Club Invite Dec. 2.

Sisters compete against one another in first collegiate competition

Elk Point-Jefferson graduates and sisters Kenna and Josie Curry both were able to meet once again on the field, but not as teammates. Both Currys were able to secure track and field scholarships and competed against one another in the SDSU Holiday Open & Multi on Dec. 1 and 2.