July 4th Activities Planned at Lake Farley Park
Local News June 25, 2019 0
The annual 4th of July fireworks display begins at dusk at Lake Farley Park in Milbank. Have a family? Come early and stay late! The Milbank Area Chamber of a Commerce has created a star-studded list of family friendly activities. Festivities begin with the ever-popular kids fishing tournament. Registration... Read more
Summer Camp Teaches Milbank Students English
Local News June 24, 2019 0
The Third Annual English as a Second Language (ESL) Summer Camp was held from June 10-14 in Milbank. Christine Townsend, director and lead teacher of the camp, says the camps are open to kindergarteners through eighth graders and the number of participating students has doubled. She says,”With the growing... Read more
Hi, kids. I’m a reading rock and I’m lost. My buddies are lost, too. The Friends of the Grant County Library have hidden us all over Milbank. Keep your eyes open or go exploring, because you never know where you might find me or one of my friends. If... Read more
Free Summer Lunch Program for Youth Extends Hours
Local News June 20, 2019 0
Effective immediately, the summer lunch program at Koch school in Milbank will extend their serving time from 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Monday through Friday. All children 18 and under eat free. “The new hours are in response to increased attendance, as over 200 children are being served each... Read more
Milbank Fire and Rescue Chief Kevin Schuelke reports 11 members, including five officers, attended the South Dakota State Fire School in Mitchell on June 6 through June 8. The Milbank department had the distinction of the most attendees from any city in the state. Schuelke says, “It’s good to... Read more
Surprise Retirement Party Held for Jean Graf
Local News June 19, 2019 0
A surprise party to honor Jean Graf on her retirement from St, Lawrence School was held Wednesday, June 19, from 5-7 p.m. at Speedway in Milbank. The 480 students she taught during her 21-year tenure at the Catholic grade school and their families were all invited. Jean (Hartman) and... Read more
According to cancer walk core committee member Ann Tuchscherer, It Only Takes A Spark set a new record last weekend. The cancer walk group raised approximately $164,000 during this fundraising year. Money continues to come in, which could push the total even higher. Recently, Robert Schultz of Spring Branch,... Read more
Kelli Hoff Joins Milbank Chamber Office
Local News June 17, 2019 1
Kelli Hoff has joined the Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce office as an assistant to the director Laurie Folk. The position is part time and temporary for the summer. This arrangement suits Kelli perfectly as during the school year she is a special education teacher at Koch School. She... Read more
Congratulations to Nicole Morton of Milbank! Nicole is the winner of The Valley Express Father’s Day Giveaway! Nicole and her daughters – age 2 and 7- took home an Island of Relaxation, for dad Jesse Morton. Nicole says the gift will be a big surprise for Jesse. Look for... Read more
The family of Mick and Linda Redmond will host a 50th wedding anniversary open house on Saturday, June 15. The Golden Wedding celebration takes place from 6-9 p.m. on the patio at Speedway in downtown Milbank. All friends and family are invited. The Redmonds were married on June 14,... Read more
