Shannon Jost

South Dakota

Publisher at Elk Point Southern Union Co. Leader-Courier

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Northshore, Penrose ninety percent complete

1 week ago | leadercourier-times.com | Shannon Jost

The North Sioux City Council convened its regular meeting on April 7, 2025, at City Hall, with Mayor Teel calling the session to order at 7:00 p.m. Council members in attendance included Mr. Benson, Mr. Bogenrief, Ms. Christiansen, Mr. Christenson, Mr. Davis, Mr. Green, Ms. Hoffman, and Mr. Meyer. City Administrator Jeff Dooley, City Finance Officer Amy Lilly, and City Attorney Sarah Kleber were…
Elk Point Council discusses chickens

1 week ago | leadercourier-times.com | Shannon Jost

The Elk Point City Council gathered on April 7, 2025, for its regular session at City Hall, where Mayor Deb Mc-Creary led discussions on various community matters. Council members Abraham, Irwin, Penfield, Hurlbert, and VonHaden were in attendance, while Irlbeck was absent. Also present were several city officials, including City Attorney Thompson, City Administrator Tuttle, Engineer Nebelsick,…
Norby new school board member

1 week ago | leadercourier-times.com | Shannon Jost

On April 8, 2025, Tory Norby won the Elk Point-Jefferson School Board Election with 189 votes, defeating Elijah Vander Weerdt, who received 45 votes.Norby’s term will commence in July, joining the existing board members Travis Geary (President), Sabrina Sayler (Vice President), Noelle Jacobs, and Kyle Hanson.
April 2025 Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month

1 week ago | leadercourier-times.com | Shannon Jost

The month of April 2025 in South Dakota now holds a new meaning. Governor Larry Rhoden signed the proclamation, which acknowledges the challenges faced by the 5.6 million Americans living with limb loss and limb difference.The statistics are staggering— 500,000 new cases every year, and thousands of children are affected from birth or accidents. But this proclamation is not just about numbers but…
Van Beest resigns from Jefferson city council

1 week ago | leadercourier-times.com | Shannon Jost

The Jefferson City Council convened its regular meeting on April 7, 2025, at City Hall, with Mayor P. Rigg calling the session to order. Council members in attendance included P. Rigg, T. Boulware, J. Casper, M. LaFleur, J. Lokhorst, and M. Stokely. Other officials and community members were present, including A. Bottger, A. Casper, M. Dailey, T. Elledge, M. Roark, and D. Sharkey.The meeting…
County approves TIF plan for Dunes growth

2 weeks ago | leadercourier-times.com | Shannon Jost

The Union County Board of Commissioners met on April 1, 2025, for their regular session at the Courthouse in Elk Point, South Dakota. The meeting commenced at 8:30 a.m., with all members present: Commissioners Dailey, Joffer, Kimmel, Ustad, and Ballard.Administrative DecisionsThe agenda for the day and minutes from the March 18, 2025, meeting were unanimously approved. Additionally, the…
County accepts bid to replace courthouse HVAC

1 month ago | leadercourier-times.com | Shannon Jost

On March 18, 2025, the Union County Board of Commissioners convened for their regular session at the Courthouse in Elk Point, South Dakota. The meeting began at 8:30 a.m. and was attended by Commissioners Dailey, Joffer, Kimmel, and Ustad.The meeting commenced with a motion by Commissioner Dailey, seconded by Ustad, to approve the agenda. The commissioners unanimously carried the motion, which…
NSC Council navigates referendum challenges

1 month ago | leadercourier-times.com | Shannon Jost

The North Sioux City Council held two meetings last week addressing diverse topics that ranged from preparing for local elections to tackling citizen concerns about flood mitigation and infrastructure projects.The regular meeting on March 17 began promptly at 7:00 p.m. under the leadership of Mayor Teel. All council members were present, including City Administrator Jeff Dooley, City Finance…
Friends Feast fosters community spirit in Elk Point

1 month ago | leadercourier-times.com | Shannon Jost

Elk Point residents gathered on the evening of March 10 for the monthly Friends Feast, an event filled with delicious food, heartfelt camaraderie, and a shared sense of giving back to the community.Held from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., the feast brought together individuals from all walks of life, united by the simple joy of breaking bread together.Hosted by the EPJ National Honor Society (NHS) and PEO,…
DV Board discusses inspections

1 month ago | leadercourier-times.com | Shannon Jost

The Dakota Valley School Board of Education convened for its regular meeting on the evening of March 10, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The session, led by Chairperson Kistner, was held with board members Hanson, Kistner, Nilges, Norby (via Zoom), and Thompson in attendance, while no members were absent. Dr. Warzecha and Business Manager Sponder also attended the meeting.Chairperson Kistner welcomed a group…