Alcester-Hudson posed no threat to Elk Point-Jefferson during their Jan. 6 contest in Elk Point.

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Would you enjoy knowing generations will benefit from your legacy? Horizon Health Foundation is launching a yearlong planned giving campaign called Leave a Healing Legacy that educates individuals on ways they can leave an impact that could last a lifetime.

First Dakota National Bank announces the 2023-24 First Dakota Scholarship applications are available. First Dakota understands the importance of higher education. We support our communities and the youth within them. First Dakota is proud to offer scholarships ranging from $1,000 - $5,000 up to a total of $20,000.

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The Elk Point Police Department will be using the Elk Point-Jefferson school for training opportunities on Jan. 21 and 22. During the active shooter training, the school facilities will be off limits during those two days.

Internships are meant to help people determine whether they enjoy a job or not. For one Elk Point-Jefferson senior, his internship led to a job opportunity.

The first Union County Board of County Commissioners meeting of 2023 was rescheduled from Tuesday, Jan. 3 to Thursday, Jan. 5 due to poor weather conditions. During the rescheduled meeting, the commissioners determined various appointments to the county, including chairman and vice-chairman.

The Elk Point-Jefferson Marching Band returned from Tampa, FL on Jan. 3 after a successful ReliaQuest Bowl appearance. The band brought home more than just memories – they brought back four awards: Best Drum Major (Aubrey Bousquet), Best Marching, Best Overall Effect and #1 Parade Band in their classification Before leaving for Florida, the band spent around 10 hours practicing the music for the halftime performance. While in Florida, all the bands (others from San Diego, Tennessee, Wisconsin, Oklahoma, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio) were able to have almost five hours of combined rehearsal time at Thomas Jefferson High School. Altogether, the band members totalled over 600 students.