The North Sioux City Commission on Aug. 4 reviewed updates on flood recovery efforts, approved multiple plats and financial measures, and entered executive session to discuss contractual matters. Mayor Chris Bogenrief called the meeting to order at 6 p.m. Commissioners Julie Burhoop, Lynn Hoffman, Jessica Strain and Vincent Tucker were present. City Administrator Jeff Dooley, Finance Officer Amy Lilly and City Attorney Sarah Kleber also attended.

Summer is still here, but the Dakota Valley Panthers are already looking ahead to the fall activities season. The annual fall sports meeting happened on Monday, August 4, 2025 with the Panther’s Athletic Director Bill Clements leading the assembly. Coaches for DV this fall meet with parents and student athletes after hearing from guest speakers at the meeting.

The Dakota Valley annual fall sports meeting was held on Monday, August 4, 2025 in the high school gym. A special guest speaker was on-hand as parents and student athletes got to hear from former NFL Dallas Cowboy Jay Novacek.

A 20-8 season record and 3rd place finish at state was how the Dakota Valley senior legion team ended their run in Milbank on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The Panthers rebounded well from an opening game loss, on August 1, to persevere and extend their run at state into the last day of play.

The Jefferson City Council on Aug. 4 approved a new three-year trash contract, scheduled upcoming budget discussions, and addressed several community concerns during its regular meeting at City Hall.

A northwest Iowa man is facing multiple charges after a reported break-in attempt in Elk Point. According to records, James Jennings, 43, tried to force entry into a home on Aug. 3, threatened two residents and attempted to climb through a kitchen window while armed with a knife. Jennings was injured during the incident and now faces two counts of aggravated assault and one count of first-degree burglary.

The Dakota Valley 14u legion baseball team played on Ronken Field, at Augustana University in Sioux Falls, on August 8-10, 2025. The team worked hard and finished in 4th place among strong competition.

The Elk Point City Council on Aug. 4 approved two survey plats, scheduled upcoming budget discussions, and welcomed the city’s new building official during its regular meeting.

It is still summer, but the Elk Point-Jefferson school district has been busy gearing up for autumn activities in 2025. A fall sports kickoff meeting occurred on July 23, 2025 and practices are almost ready to start, or have commenced, for the Huskies. Many familiar faces are back in the roles of fall coaches for EPJ. Justin Clercx continues in his role as activities director for the Huskies.

The county fairgrounds in Alcester, SD were a busy place from Thursday, July 31st through Saturday, August 2nd, as the Union County Fair took place for 2025. Fun was had with 4-H participants showcasing their skills and talents while the general public flocked to the fairgrounds to enjoy vendors, see exhibits and take part in many entertainment offerings.