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Fallen, but not forgotten
Memorial Day stands as a solemn American tradition that honors the sacrifices of those who have served. It is a day we dedicate to those who fell in defense of the ideals, beliefs, and values we hold sacred.
Elaine Peacock and Friends to perform in Gayville
Gayville Hall, the old-time music hall, is located in Gayville, SD, will present “Elaine Peacock & Friends,” a two-hour musical extravaganza. The show, to be held Saturday, May 27, at 7 p.m., is a patriotic musical salute to Memorial Day.
Every donation counts
Thanks to the United States Postal Service and the local Girl Scouts, the Elk Point Food Pantry has more items to stock on their shelves. On May 9, the girl scouts donated money and food items to the pantry.
Union County Board of Commissioners hear tower estimate
At a prior meeting, the Union County Board of County Commissioners were informed the current communications tower couldn’t be relocated and would have to be replaced. At their meeting May 16, the commissioners heard the estimate for building a new tower at a different location on the courthouse property.
Memorial Day services
By Beth Hutcheson times1reporter@gmail.com The VFW Post 915, Auxiliary and American Legion Post 134 will be hosting Memorial Day services Monday, May 29. Services will be held in Jefferson at 8:30 a.m. and Elk Point at 10:30 a.m.
Lady Panthers go 2-2 during week of play
A tough game awaited the Panther softball team on Tuesday, May 16 in Dell Rapids. The Quarriers, currently ranked #1 in Class A, hosted #3 ranked Dakota Valley in a contest that ended with a 3-17 Panther loss.
Girls take 4th place
A 4th place team finish and two individual medals came home with the Panther girls golf team on Monday, May 15th after their contest in Vermillion. As a team, Dakota Valley shot a total score of 364 which put them at +76 on the day.
Dakota Valley athletes prepare for state track meet
The Dakota Valley track and field team will be sending multiple athletes to Sioux Falls on May 25-27 for the state competition. The event will take place at Howard Wood Field where the Panthers will go up against the best that Class A has to offer. Schools from Class AA and Class B will also be competing.
State javelin held in Canton, regions at Tea
A special javelin invite for South Dakota high school athletes was held on Monday, May 15 in Canton. Dakota Valley was well represented at the event. Javelin is growing in popularity and starting in 2024 will be added as a state event for Class A and Class B in South Dakota.
