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Fluellen, former Detroit Lion, speaks at local schools

More than just an election was happening in Union County on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Local schools, Dakota Valley and Elk Point-Jefferson, both welcomed a guest speaker in retired professional football player Andre Fluellen. He spoke at DV in the morning and EPJ later that day.
Annual Christmas at the Homestead

Vehicles filled the parking lot and extended out to the street as volunteer parking attendant Tom Jacobs directed traffic for the annual Christmas at the Homestead. The event ran from noon to 4 pm on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve. Rainy drizzle and cooler temperatures did not deter the crowd and it was a well attended event in McCook Lake.
Celebrating achievements: Union County 4-H annual recognition event

On Sunday, November 3rd, the Union County 4-H club gathered for its annual 4-H Recognition Event at the Elk Point United Parish, marking a successful completion of the 20232024 club year. This year’s event served as a platform to honor the dedication and achievements of 4-H members and leaders alike.
Timmins Assistant Coach of the Year

In addition to the Huskies success, so too are the coaches getting accolades. Most notably, EPJ’s Adam Timmins was recently named the South Dakota 11B Assistant Coach of the Year for 2024.
EPJ Huskies dominate CWL advance to semifinals

The Elk Point-Jefferson football team was in for a Halloween treat on Thursday, October 31, 2024 as they secured a playoff victory versus Clark/Willow Lake (CWL). The win extended EPJ’s season and advanced the team to the state semifinals.

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Leichtenberg is EPJ MS/HS Teacher of the Year

Shayla Leichtenberg was honored to be named this year’s “Middle School/High School Teacher of the Year” for the Elk Point-Jefferson School District in April of 2025. Leichtenberg is currently an art educator at EPJ for Huskies in middle school, as well as grades 9th-12th. She is also the head cheerleading coach and the yearbook advisor.

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EPJ has strong first showing at spring state tourney

Elk Point-Jefferson had a strong showing at the South Dakota spring high school baseball state tournament on May 26-27, 2025. The best teams in Class B were in Brookings to battle it out in a single elimination bracket.

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Vanderpool convicted of stalking, faces more charges

With Circuit Judge Tami Bern overseeing proceedings a verdict was handed down on May 13, 2025 in the case involving a North Sioux City man by the name of Matt Vanderpool.

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Dakota Valley senior awards night

The Dakota Valley senior awards night was held on May 5, 2025.

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Elk Point-Jefferson baseball team state bound

The talented Elk Point-Jefferson baseball squad of 2025 can add the title of state qualifier to their list of accolades. On Wednesday, May 21, 2025 the Huskies punched their ticket to state with wins over Beresford Area and Vermillion in regional play.

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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.

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Panther girls stay tough, attempt a comeback

A late rally, in the 7th inning, was not enough for Dakota Valley to eclipse Dell Rapids (DR) on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Playing at Bowen Field, on the campus of Augustana University, the Panthers came back from 0-5 to tie things near the end of the game. The Quarriers of DR would garner another run during their final at-bat. This resulted in DV loss by a score of 5-6.

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Panther track teams finish season strong

After two weeks off due to crazy spring weather, the Panther high school track team was finally able to compete on May 22, 2025. Dakota Valley took to the track and field for the Southeast South Dakota Showcase meet in Vermillion on May 22, 2025. The Panthers brought their strongest competitors for running, throwing, hurdling and jumping.

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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…

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EPJ Husky track teams finish season strong

Track and field for Elk Point-Jefferson had a full day on May 22, 2025 as they competed in the last regular meet of the season. Hosted by Vermillion, the Southeast South Dakota Showcase offered area high schools a final chance to make qualifying times and marks for the upcoming state meet.

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