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Rooted in the past, growing into the future

This article is only a very synopsis of the rich history of Union Creek Lutheran Church, the land, and its people. Union Creek Lutheran Church is a rural church with deep pioneering roots, and because of this we have an extraordinary and unique history that encompasses the early years in Dakota Territory. Union Creek Lutheran Church is the second oldest Swedish church in South Dakota, Dalesburg being the oldest.
NSCEDC August Business of the Month award

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Adams Homestead Annual Celebration

On Saturday, August 10th, the Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve held their annual Homestead Celebration from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It was a well attended event as all who came were transported back to the time of pioneers while also being engulfed in nature.
August Friends Feast

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Dakota Valley girls beat West Central, head to state

The SODAK 16 game for the Panther girls basketball team happened on March 6, 2025 at the neutral site of Tea, South Dakota. They were up against a strong squad from West Central (WC) with a chance to play in the 2025 state tournament on the line.

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Vincent gets real world experience

Husky senior Ethan Vincent is getting real world job experience as he closes out the final semester of high school thanks to an amazing opportunity at Empirical Foods. Vincent, a resident of Jefferson, has been interning in the company’s location in Dakota City, Nebraska during. This is part of the internship program that Elk Point-Jefferson (EPJ) high school coordinates with area businesses.

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Dakota Valley National Junior Honor Society induction

Thirty-one new members were inducted into the Dakota Valley National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) on Monday, March 3, 2025.

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County looks for new VSO

On March 4, 2025, the Union County Board of Commissioners convened for their regular session at the Courthouse in Elk Point, South Dakota. The meeting commenced at 8:30 a.m. with all members present, including Dailey, Ballard, Joffer, Kimmel, and Ustad.

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Dakota Valley Donuts with Grown-Ups

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Warzecha accepts new position in Tea

Many learned on Monday, March 3, 2025 that a familiar face will be leaving the Panther school district next term. The current Dakota Valley superintendent, Dr. Tonia Warzecha, accepted a position at the Tea Area School District for the 2025/26 school year.

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Quiz bowl brings home third

The Panther high school quiz bowl team was in Sioux Falls on Monday, March 3, 2025. Two rosters competed at O’Gorman High School and one of them came away with a top finish.

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North Sioux City election candidates announced

The North Sioux City City Council convened for its regular meeting on March 3, 2025, at 7:00 PM, presided over by Mayor Teel. Attendees included council members Mr. Benson, Mr. Bogenrief, Ms. Christiansen, Mr. Christenson, Mr. Davis, Mr. Green, Ms. Hoffman, and Mr. Meyer. Key city officials in attendance were City Administrator Jeff Dooley, City Finance Officer Amy Lilly, and City Attorney Sarah…

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Panthers have strong start against tough Chargers

After rescheduling due to weather, the Panther boys basketball team hosted the Watchdogs of Beresford for the 1st round of regionals on March 6, 2025. It was 11-12 with 3:40 to go in the 1st quarter. Offense went backand- forth between Dakota Valley and their opponent. Then a deep 3 by Logan Collette tied things at 14 all.

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Everyone Gets Eaten by Sharks

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