The Valley Express Asks “Who’s That Bulldog?” – It’s Lindsey Mertens
High School Sports May 5, 2021 0
Looking for Lindsey Mertens? Check the gym or the 4-H show ring. Lindsey was one of two seniors to lead the Lady Bulldogs basketball team this year and she spends most of the summer showing her animals. Lindsey grew up watching her two older sisters, McKenzie and Karlee, playing... Read more
Milbank Elementary and Milbank Middle School entered 110 musicians in The South Dakota Bandmasters Middle School Band Contest at the Milbank schools on Friday, April 9 and Saturday, April 10. The total of 140 entries included students from Big Stone City and Ortonville. Milbank received 19 Superior Plus, 72 Superior,... Read more
Jim Thomas
Obituaries May 5, 2021 0
James “Jim” Thomas Jr. age 60, of De Smet, SD, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. A Rosary will take place at 4:30 PM on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in De Smet, SD. Visitation... Read more
Today, May 4, is International Firefighters’ Day. Each year on this date, we remember firefighters who died in the line of duty and the thousands of others who dedicated a part of their lives to protecting our communities.Also on this day, we show our support and appreciation to the... Read more
Food Giveaway Set for May 12 in Milbank
Local News May 4, 2021 0
The first food giveaway of 2021 conducted by the Grant County Christian Service Council in coordination with Feeding South Dakota is set for May 12. The giveaway will be held at the Grant County 4-H fairgrounds parking lot from 4-5 p.m. There are no income requirements. Anyone in need is... Read more
Grant County Emergency Management and the National Weather Service (NWS) of Aberdeen held a virtual Skywarn weather spotter class at the Milbank Fire Hall on Thursday, April 29. The class was open to any residents interested in the process. According to Kevin Schuelke, head of Grant County Emergency Management, the distance and elevation difference between Aberdeen and Milbank make weather spotters in our area important. Individuals who take... Read more
Want to find out more about your four-legged friends? The 4-H Dog project is the purr-fact opportunity for you to learn everything from basic care for your pet to obedience, rally, agility, and showmanship. According to Sara Koepke, all youth from age five to 18 can attend. “They do not... Read more
The Milbank High School and Milbank Middle School bands and choirs present their annual spring concerts in the MHS gym. The sixth, seventh, and eighth graders perform on Monday, May 10. The high school musicians perform on Tuesday, May 11. Both concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Music awards will be... Read more
Senior Will Cummins, is an all-around high school athlete. Sports are his life. So, he had no trouble coming up with the favorite moment in his career. He chose the time he scored 29 career-high points in the basketball game against Hamlin. And, it just happened to be his... Read more
Welcome to the MHS 2021 Prom Photo Album. The Valley Express is featuring a different group of photos of the prom couples and fun run each day. Check back every day to find your favorites. The 2021 Prom was held on Saturday, April 24, at the Milbank Armory and... Read more
