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Youth discipleship members volunteer

Youth discipleship members from Elk Point-Jefferson and Dakota Valley met in Sioux City on Wednesday, October 30 to pack food totes for students in need. The middle schoolers, all parishioners from St. Joseph’s in Elk Point, St. Peter’s in Jefferson or St. Teresa’s in Dakota Dunes, were a great help to the nonprofit.
Panthers continue to roll, ready for postseason

The Panthers jumped to a monster lead in their 1st set versus the Tea Titans on Monday, October 28, 2024. Up 13-6 gave the Panthers an excellent start to the evening.
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Lady Huskies take down Vermillion Tanagers

For Elk Point-Jefferson’s last volleyball match of the regular season, on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, they had to travel to Vermillion to take on the Tanagers. The Huskies did not mess around at all during the away contest as they swept Vermillion in epic fashion.
DV Panther dance team crowned state champions

The Dakota Valley Dance Team secured their status at the top of Class A as they were crowned state champions for the 15th consecutive year on October 26, 2024. It was to no one’s surprise, as the Panthers went into state with multiple first place finishes during the regular season. These top marks were received while dancing against competition from not only Class A, but the much larger Class AA schools.

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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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Huskies started strong against the Madison Bulldogs

Cold spring weather wreaked havoc on the softball schedule for the Huskies as their game versus Madison was delayed 1 day. It also had to be played at a different venue. Originally scheduled for Tuesday, May 20, as an away game versus the Bulldogs, it was postponed until Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at noon. The game was played on a turf field at the Sanford Diamonds in Sioux Falls.

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Union County addresses mitigation, ordinances

A slight change of venue was in order for the May 13, 2025 meeting of the Union County Commissioners as the downstairs courtroom was in use for court proceedings. Therefore the meeting was moved upstairs to a suite on the main floor. The following commissioners were present: Peggy Ustad, Michael Dailey, Kevin Joffer, Tom Kimmel and Bob Ballard. Two members of the public were on-hand as well as…

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DD HOA to consider residential project

On Thursday, May 15, 2025 households of the Dakota Dunes Homeowners Association (HOA) received an email from their HOA Manager Kim Leif regarding a new residential development. “There is a parcel of land behind the Catholic Church that was originally zoned commercial and has been changed by Union County to residential.

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NSC reviews key projects, governance changes

On May 12, 2025, the North Sioux City Commission convened for a special meeting, led by Mayor Bogenrief, to address a range of municipal issues, including infrastructure projects, regional planning partnerships, and government restructuring. The meeting, which began at 4:00 p.m., saw the participation of Commissioners Hoffman, Burhoop, Strain, and Tucker, as well as key city officials, including…

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EPJ Board approves contracts, tax levies

The Elk Point-Jefferson Board of Education held its regular meeting on May 12, 2025, to discuss a range of district updates, financial considerations, and personnel matters. The meeting, presided over by President Geary, commenced at 4:30 p.m. in the high school study hall. Board members Brewer and Jacobs were present, while Hanson and Sayler were absent. Also in attendance were Superintendent…

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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.

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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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NSC selects Commissioner assignments

The North Sioux City City Commission met for its regular session on May 5, 2025, at City Hall, with Mayor Bogenrief presiding. Commissioners Ms. Hoffman, Ms. Burhoop, Ms. Strain, and Mr. Tucker were present, along with City Administrator Jeff Dooley, Finance Officer Amy Lilly, and City Attorney Sarah Kleber.

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