Dell Rapids was the destination for the Dakota Valley boys golf team on Monday, August 25, 2025. It was a full field of competition and the Panthers came home as runnerups. They were just 3 shots behind 1st place Aberdeen Roncalli. Dakota Valley finished 1 stroke ahead of conference and region rival Vermillion who took 3rd.

The Panthers were off and running at Beresford on Thursday, August 28, 2025 to kickstart the cross country season. A hilly course and warm weather conditions were present at Bridges Golf Course which hosted the race in Beresford.

The Huskies and many other cross country teams were in Beresford, South Dakota on August 28, 2025 to kickstart what looks to be an exciting fall season. Running at the Bridges Golf Course, Elk Point-Jefferson navigated hills and warm weather to have strong finishes and great showings.

The 1st volleyball match for Elk Point-Jefferson was an away contest on Thursday, August 28, 2025. The Huskies traveled to Mount Vernon-Plankinton (MVP) to take on the Titans. It was an epic match, and a fierce start to the season, as the contest went the full 5 sets.

The Elk Point-Jefferson boys golf team traveled to Dell Rapids on Monday to compete at Rocky Run Golf Course, one of the most challenging venues on their schedule. Known for its narrow fairways, numerous penalty areas, and strategic obstructions, the course provided a true test for the 102 golfers in the field. Despite the difficulty, conditions were favorable, leading to some low scores across the leaderboard.

Friday Night Lights opened for the Dakota Valley varsity football team, at home, on August 29, 2025. They faced a fierce opponent in Dell Rapids (DR) who ended the Panther’s run in the 2024 postseason by handing them a quarterfinal loss.

Closure was observed at the Union County Courthouse on Monday, August 25, 2025 when a life sentence, without parole, was handed down to Alfredo Castellanos-Rosales. The Sioux City man was convicted in June of killing Dakota Dunes resident Jordan (Jordy) Beardshear.

The home opener for Huskies football happened on Friday, August 22, 2025. The season started off excellent as Elk Point-Jefferson rolled over the Parker Pheasants by a score of 61-19.

The Dakota Valley Board of Education approved a $472,199 bid for a middle school boiler upgrade, finalized multiple staff hires and resignations, and advanced several policy and handbook revisions during its Aug. 11 regular meeting.

Two varsity golf meets occurred during the 1st week of school for the Panthers, which meant 2 different rosters represented Dakota Valley to commence the fall season. On August 19, 2025 the Panthers golfed at West Central and varsity had a great showing.