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ELECTION RESULTS

IMMEDIATE UNOFFICIAL RETURNS, NORTH SIOUX CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON THE 8TH DAY OF APRIL, 2025TITLE OF OFFICENAME OF CANDIDATE
Meet the candidates

On April 8, North Sioux City will see five races—one for four different seats on the City Council and one for the Mayor. To get to know the candidates better, the Dakota Dunes/North Sioux City Times asked each individual for some background information.
North Sioux City Candidate Town Hall

Commissioner and mayor candidates for North Sioux City gathered in the council chambers along with the general public on Monday, March 24, 2025. They were together for a town hall event prior to the upcoming local election. Hosts for the gathering were the McCook Lake Association, the American Legion and the Dakota Valley Business Council.
Two invited to 2026 Special Olympics USA Games

Important visitors from Minnesota were at Elk Point-Jefferson high school on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Julie Briggs, Vice President-Outreach Unified Champion Schools, and Turner Gaines, Director of Unified Champion City Schools, were in town to surprise Husky students Yixian Norby and Gracelynn Bruns.
Husky youth wrestlers compete at state

Elk Point-Jefferson youth wrestlers descended on West River on March 28-30, 2025. Ten Husky grapplers hit the mats for the 2025 state tournament in Rapid City. The event took place in Summit Arena at The Monument. There were thousands of wrestlers from across the state in attendance and it was noted to be the largest SD state youth tournament to date.

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Keenan builds archery range, earns Eagle Scout award

Aiden Keenan, a recent graduate of Dakota Valley, received the honor of Eagle Scout on May 18, 2025. In order to earn this high achievement, a scout must advance through the ranks via the order of Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star and Life.

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DV volleyball wins Black Hills tourney, tops Beresford

Staying undefeated, the Panther volleyball squad dominated competition throughout September 9-13, 2025. They battled the Watchdogs of Beresford, at home on September 9, and won in sweeping fashion. Dakota Valley also played tough in the Black Hills as they won the varsity tournament, in Rapid City, on September 12-13, 2025.

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DV Board finalizes hires, policy updates

The Dakota Valley School District Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, Sept. 8, addressing a full agenda that included staffing transitions, policy revisions, surplus declarations, and union negotiations. The meeting was held at 6 p.m. in the district board room and was called to order by Vice-Chairperson Matt Thompson. Board members Jessica Hanson, Andrew Nilges, and Emily Norby…

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Windy conditions test Huskies at Bluffs golf meet

On Monday, the Huskies traveled to Vermillion to compete at The Bluffs for the first of many events scheduled at the course this season. Conditions were warmer than Friday’s round in Mitchell, but the wind played a major role throughout the day.

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EPJ runners shine at Canton with medals, personal records

The heat and the hills did not stop the Huskies from pushing themselves hard on September 9, 2025 at Canton’s cross country meet. Navigating a tough run on the Hiawatha Golf Course, Elk Point-Jefferson looked strong. Multiple medalists came home as EPJ ran hard at the meet to set many personal records (PR).

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EPJ VB rebounds with five-set win over Canton

The volleyball court was a popular place for Husky fans as Elk Point-Jefferson had a double dose of matches throughout the 2nd week of September. The Huskies battled the Trojans of West Central on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Two days later they were working hard again in a match versus Canton.

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Huskies run past Winner 20-8 to stay unbeaten

Excitement could be felt as the Huskies traveled to Winner to take on the Warriors, in football, on Friday, September 12, 2025. Both squads are fierce and close contests often ensue whenever they are competing under the Friday Night Lights. This time, Elk Point-Jefferson was the big winner as they defeated the Winner Warriors 20-8.

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Prost! JBS hosts Oktoberfest

Jefferson Beer Supply, a Siouxland craft brewery, invites everyone to join in the fun and celebrate Oktoberfest with us Saturday September 20th from 12-6pm. This familyfriendly traditional German beer garden event features live original music, German food and drinks, Oktoberfest games, steins, and more- all while supporting a worthy cause.

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Dakota Valley defense dominates in early blowout win

The scoreboard could barely keep with the Dakota Valley varsity football team on Friday, September 12, 2025. Multiple touchdowns and strong plays were observed as the Panther defense completely shut down their opponent’s attempt to move the football. Fifty-eight points were put up in the 1st half by DV to have this game end after just 2 quarters of play. It was a final of 58-0 in favor of the…

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Elk Point Council acts on budget

The Elk Point City Council met in regular session Monday, Sept. 8, addressing a full agenda that included the swearing-in of a new council member, approval of the city’s 2026 appropriations ordinance, and discussion of infrastructure and development issues affecting local residents.

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