The Elk Point-Jefferson School Dis‑trict Board of Education met Dec. 8, approving routine business, personnel changes, and policy updates while high‑lighting student achievements across the district.

A beloved North Sioux City tradition returned Dec. 6 as ARK United Methodist Church hosted its an‑nual Kids Free Shop‑ping Spree, drawing dozens of families for a day of holiday cheer and generosity.

Dorothy Langle, a member of St. Paul Lu‑theran Church, secured a $250 Thrivent grant that was used to sup‑port the Elk Point Food Pantry.

Mayor Chris Bogenrief and the North Sioux City Commission met Dec. 1 to ap‑prove a new malt beverage license, waive building permit fees for flood‑damaged properties, and review the city’s 2024 au‑dit.

A large crowd was seated at Dakota Valley’s Performing Arts Center (PAC) on Thursday, December 4, 2025 for the Panther’s holiday band concert. Student musicians in grades 5th-12th took the stage to perform festive pieces for all to enjoy.

Santa is coming to Horizon Health Elk Point. Members of the Elk Point community are invited to a merry and bright opportunity to get into the holiday spirit with our special visitor.

Snowy weather did not hold back the Elk Point-Jefferson wrestling team as they claimed 2nd place at the Flandreau Invite on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The Huskies were one of 14 teams at the tournament and earned 125.0 points in overall team scoring. They edged out 3rd place Deuel by a half of a point. Madison would claim 1st place with an incredible 226.5 points.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Dakota Valley Esports had another successful week across multiple game titles, and in Super Smash Bros. Ultimately the Panthers delivered a strong showing highlighted by several commanding victories. Cody Schutte opened the day with a hard-fought five-game win over O’Gorman, setting the tone early. Ian Greene likewise battled through a full five-match series to defeat Cheyenne Eagle Butte, while Nate Rathgeber continued his dominant season, rolling past Stevens with backto- back three-stocks to secure one of the team’s most convincing victories. Gavin Theiman added another standout performance, sweeping Harrisburg behind a pair of overwhelming threestock finishes. Gavin and Nate are currently tied for the No. 1 ranking in South Dakota.

Mayor Deb McCreary and the Elk Point City Council met Dec. 1 to swear in a new member, approve financial claims, and advance work on the city’s lagoon aeration project.