Greg Thomas Receives Award for Longest Running Hot Stuff Pizza Franchise in World
Local News December 17, 2019 0
Hot Stuff Pizza opened its first franchise 33 years ago today on December 17, 1986. So, it was a bit of a surprise when representatives from Hot Stuff’s corporate office came into the Milbank store to present Greg Thomas and his staff with an award for the longest continuously... Read more
The Angel Tree is winging its way to 112 children and 41 families this year. The Angel Tree is sponsored by the Grant County Christian Service Council. The families picked up their gifts on Monday, December 16 at the Milbank Visitor Center, and they also received Hot Stuff gift... Read more
Milbank Musicians Play in 46th Annual Merry TUBACHRISTMAS
Local News December 17, 2019 0
The 46th Annual Merry TUBACHRISTMAS was celebrated in Aberdeen on Saturday, December 14. Milbank attendees included: Joe Harstad, Ian Liebe, Isaac Sousa, Drake Rogers, Will Karels, and Trystan Fischer. They were accompanied to the event by Susan Karels, band director for the Milbank Schools. The group practiced and then... Read more
Valley Queen Cheese Factory Named United States Senate Small Business of the Week
Local News December 17, 2019 1
U.S. Senator Mike Rounds today named Valley Queen Cheese Factory of Milbank as the United States Senate Small Business of the Week. Rounds was invited by Small Business Committee Chairman Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) to select a South Dakota small business to be highlighted by the committee. Valley Queen Cheese... Read more
Both Shirley Schmidt and Sue Cramer Win $500 in Milbank Chamber Holiday Drawing
Local News December 14, 2019 0
Two lucky $500 winners were named today, December 14 in the third Milbank Area Chamber Holiday drawing. The giveaway is part of the annual cash drawings held by the Chamber. Shirley Schmidt of Marvin was the first name drawn. Schmidt was in Lewis Drug when her name was called.... Read more
Milbank Gymnasts Take Fifth at Fargo Invitational
Milbank Area Gymnastics December 12, 2019 0
Milbank Area gymnasts took fifth place at the Fargo Invitational on December 6. This was a new meet on the team’s schedule, and according to Milbank’s head coach, Amber Fraasch, “Each state has mainly the same competitive rules, but the format can vary. It was a long night,” she... Read more
Holtquist and Krause Start Wrestling Season Undefeated
Milbank Area Wrestling December 12, 2019 0
Milbank Senior Brodie Holtquist and sophomore Kaden Krause are undefeated four duals into the 2019-2010 Bulldog wrestling season. Both sit at 4-0 after the duel with Madison on December 5, and the Watertown Dual Tournament on December 7. Holtquist and Krause, Barrett Schneck, and Landon Novy, each earned a... Read more
Don’t Forget! Today is the last day to vote for your favorite float in the Parade of Lights. Voting ends tonight at 11:59 p.m. and is only available on The Valley Express. The People’s Choice Award winner receives $200 courtesy of Whetstone Valley Electric, sponsor of the parade. The... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Hope to Unleash New Talent
Milbank Area Girls Basketball December 12, 2019 0
The Milbank Lady Bulldogs basketball team plays its first game this Friday, December 13, at Summit. Head coach Brian Pauli is in his fourth season leading the Lady Bulldogs and will be assisted by Eric Townsend. Seniors Jaecy Engebretson and Tracy Pillatzki will lead the team, and junior letter-winner... Read more
Who’s That Bulldog??? Tracy Pillatzki
Milbank Area Volleyball December 11, 2019 0
Who’s that Bulldog? It’s MHS senior and Lady Bulldog Tracy Pillatzki. Tracy says, “I feel like I’m happy all of the time. That’s my personality, but it comes out more on the volleyball court. I love being out there and cheering everyone on.” Tracy has been wearing a Milbank... Read more
