Dakota Dunes North Sioux City Times & Southern Union County Leader-Courier

Huskies receive recognition

News Staff

Thursday, June 8, 2023

The South Dakota Softball Coaches Association Academic All-State team includes seniors who were nominated by their coach and have a GPA of 3.5 or above. In Class A, Elk Point-Jefferson’s seniors to receive this recognition were Sophia Giorgio, Grace Griffin, Alyssa Chytka, Josie Curry, Grace Schuh, Jezmarie Stultz-Praster, Danica Torrez and Nicole Wells.

Accident on US Highway 48

Beth Hutcheson Times1reporter@gmail.com

Thursday, June 8, 2023

The Union County Sheriff’s Office responded to an accident on South Dakota Highway 48 near mile marker 383 on Monday, May 29 at 9:44 a.m. Along with the sheriff’s office being dispatched to the scene, the Akron Fire and Rescue, South Dakota Highway Patrol and Mercy Air were also present.

Pink in the Park

News Staff

Thursday, June 8, 2023

The Elk Point Pink Ladies held their 2nd Annual Pink in the Park Saturday, June 3. Children were able to play various games, jump on bouncy houses, play with bubbles and get their face painted. Adults had the opportunit y to browse the vendor fair and get treats from food trucks.

2023 Wizard of Paws Virtual Auction: Unleashing Hope for Our Furry Friends

News Staff

Thursday, June 8, 2023

The Siouxland Humane Society is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated virtual auction event, set to take place from June 8 to June 19, 2023. With the mission of improving the lives of our beloved four-legged companions, the Wizard of Paws Virtual Auction will raise vital funds to support animal welfare in our community.

Memorial Day services

News Staff

Thursday, June 8, 2023

LifeServe blood center May donations

News Staff

Thursday, June 8, 2023

For over 15 years, Elk Point and surrounding communities have supported the local blood bank, LifeServe Blood Center, with at least six blood donation opportunities per year. Over the course of May, one blood drive was hosted to support the 150-plus local hospitals that LifeServe Blood Center serves. From this drive, 21 units of blood were collected which has the ability to save up to 63 local lives.

County voids vote

Beth Hutcheson Times1reporter@gmail.com

Thursday, June 8, 2023

A motion made at a March 7 meeting was voided after a discussion and an executive session at the Union County Board of County Commission meeting May 30. On March 7, the strip of land along the railroad north of the fairground property was the topic of conversation for the commissioners.

Masons to serve Friends Feast

News Staff

Thursday, June 8, 2023

The June Friends Feast will be held on Monday, June 12, from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church. The meal will be provided by the Masons, with assistance from Horizon Health Care. Menu will be announced at a later date. All are welcome at this free community meal.

Preaching and teaching the community for 19 years

Beth Hutcheson Times1reporter@gmail.com

Thursday, June 8, 2023

June 25 will be a bittersweet day for many in the Elk Point community as Pastor David Bambas says farewell to the community he’s known for the last 19 years. Bambas has been a pastor with the United Methodist Church (now the Global Methodist Church (GMC)) for 38 years.

Dakota Valley lady Panthers bring home fourth place trophy

Kelly Riibe Times2reporter@gmail.com

Thursday, June 8, 2023

It was the inaugural season for sanctioned high school softball in South Dakota this year and the Panthers were a part of history at the state tournament to start the month of June. Qualifying teams travelled to Aberdeen, with Class A and Class B playing games at The Players Complex, while Class AA played ball on the campus of Northern University.