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Elk Point-Jefferson school district awards

On April 28, 2025 the Elk Point-Jefferson school district gathered teachers and staff to celebrate multiple earned awards from the 2024/25 school year. It was a fun evening of accolades as many received service recognition. The night highlighted the countless dedication by educators and staff who walk the school halls at EPJ. Per Huskies Superintendent Philip Schonebaum the following awards were distributed: Sydney Bosquet was named “Education support Professional of the Year” and Donna Mau received the honor of “Support Staff of the Year.” Community Circle of Excellence was awarded to: Union Bean Coffee and Structured Learning Center with Karissa Munce, Matt Munce and Cassandra Schmith receiving recognition. The “Helping Hands” award went to Larry Wilcox. Shayla Leichtenberg received the honor of “Middle School/High School Teacher of the Year”.
DV Panther baseball heads to state tourney

The Panther varsity baseball team took care of business and qualified for the state tourney during regional play on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. It was a cool evening, but Dakota Valley was on fire to beat Freeman/Canistota/ Marion (FCM) and then pull off the upset versus top ranked Parkston.
Burhoop semifinalist in US Presidential Scholars Program

Recent 2025 Panther graduate Abigail Burhoop has been recognized as a semifinalist in the United States Presidential Scholars Program. She was selected out of a pool of 6000 qualified candidates and is full of gratitude.
Haberling new SD high school golf director

To start the month of May, the South Dakota High School Coaches Association announced Kelly Haberling, of Elk Point-Jefferson, as the new executive director for the South Dakota High School Golf Association.
Celebrating Success: DV’s Class of 2025

Panther seniors walked in graduation on Saturday, May 10 2025. It was a full crowd in the high school gymnasium, at Dakota Valley, for the signature event. The ceremony showcased the crowning achievement of scholastic hard work and taking a big step towards future success.

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EPJ powers past Flyers, sets sights on Sioux Valley

On the road, on October 10, 2025, the Huskies continued to dominate the game of football and Friday Night Lights while in Flandreau, South Dakota. Playing on Tiger McGlone Field, it would be an Elk Point-Jefferson win over the Flyers by a score of 43-6.

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Prouty hits stride with top finish in Sioux Falls Half

Jackson Prouty of Elk Point continued his rise in the regional running scene with a standout performance at the Sioux Falls Half Marathon on Sept. 21, placing second in his age division and 19th overall out of 1,057 runners.

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Elk Point council weighs rental tax rebate

The Elk Point City Council approved a residential variance request and discussed a proposed rental housing tax rebate during its regular meeting Oct. 6 at City Hall.

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Jefferson grants trailer extension, roadway purchase

The Jefferson City Council approved a 30-day extension for trailer repairs, authorized liquor licenses for 2026, and voted to purchase a new roadway during its regular meeting Oct. 6 at City Hall.

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Brule Go-Getters 4-H Club kick off year with service

The Brule Go-Getters 4-H Club started its new year with a new slate of officers and a renewed commitment to community service. Keely Steinbrecher was elected president, joined by Amelia Mannon as vice president, Tyson Freeman as secretary, Addilyn Barker as treasurer, Naomi Handshaker as photographer and Jamarius McBride as chaplain.

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Wendling wins Siouxland Senior Player of the Year

Golf is a sport that can bring joy, camaraderie, relief, frustration and a strong competitive spirit. For Jefferson resident Joshua Wendling golf also provides connection with others and a multitude of memories. Golf has made a mark on Wendling’s life from his teenage years to as recently as October 5, 2025 when he won the Jividen Cup, at Landmand Golf Course, in Homer, Nebraska. The victory…

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Coronation to kickoff: EPJ wraps homecoming

Homecoming was a total success for Elk Point-Jefferson as students, teachers, staff and the community encountered fun events from coronation, on September 29, to the formal dance on October 4, 2025. For this year’s homecoming theme the Huskies chose “Once Upon a Homecoming”.

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Dakota Valley golf surges into postseason with top-20 sweep

September golf was sweet for the Panther boys team as they conquered the Sioux City North Quad meet and then regionals a few days later. Two Rivers Golf Course, in Dakota Dunes, was the host on Thursday, September 25, 2025 as Siouxland schools came together for a final meet prior to the Panthers heading to Vermillion for regional play on September 29, 2025.

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Hanson celebrates 100 years of life, love and legacy

Family, friends and fellow club members gathered throughout October to celebrate a milestone few reach: Gladys Hanson’s 100th birthday. Born Oct. 5, 1925, Hanson was honored by the Woman’s Wednesday Club on Oct. 1 and again by her family on her birthday with an open house at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Elk Point. Festivities continued with cake at Wel-Life Assisted Living and a Halloween party…

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Dancers claim wins, prep for state

Class AA competitions were on the docket for dancers at Dakota Valley as they traveled to bigger schools in order to push themselves in the homestretch of the season. The roster closed out September and started October with a ton of accolades. The Panthers are currently at the top of their division in Class A for South Dakota. The same can be written for Class AA which includes programs with an…

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