Parents-Only Attendance Policy Still in Force for Athletic Events
High School Sports December 2, 2020 0
Winter season home games begin this week. The first home event for the Milbank Bulldogs is Thursday, December 3, when the MHS wrestling team hosts Madison in a dual meet. Ryan Scoular, MHS Activities Director, reminds fans that the Milbank School District attendance policy remains at Tier 3 —only parents are allowed... Read more
Parents-Only Attendance Policy Still in Force for Athletic Events
High School Sports December 2, 2020 0
Winter season home games begin this week. The first home event for the Milbank Bulldogs is Thursday, December 3, when the MHS wrestling team hosts Madison in a dual meet. Ryan Scoular, MHS Activities Director, reminds fans that the Milbank School District attendance policy remains at Tier 3 —only parents are allowed... Read more
Linda’s Fashions Celebrates 40 Years in The Milbank Mall
Local News December 1, 2020 0
If you are old enough, think back to what you were wearing on December 1, 1980. If not, you’ll need to rely on Netflix to envision the shoulder pads and glitzy fabrics on Dynasty or the ripped sweatshirts Madonna made popular on MTV at that time. It’s more likely... Read more
Health Care Workers at the Milbank Area Hospital Avera and Avantara Milbank were treated to a complimentary meal the weekend of November 21. William Karels, Grant County 4-H member and State 4-H Ambassador coordinated the event to thank the workers fighting on the front lines of the Covid-19 pandemic. William... Read more
MHS Oral Interp Team Crowned Regional Champions
Local News November 30, 2020 0
The Milbank Oral Interp team took first place at Regions. Natasha Karels, coach for the team, says, “All seven of our entries qualified for State!” Karels says, “They had to place in the top half of their category to qualify. Hailey Hupke and Peyten Wiese placed first in Duo with 1s from all three judges. Wiese also placed first in Non-Original... Read more
Give local cheer the green light. And red ones, too. And how about some twinkly ones? The Grant County Courthouse, Grant County Extension Service, and a variety of community organizations are launching Christmas in the Park this year to brighten the city of Milbank and lift everyone’s spirits. Lighted displays will be... Read more
Winners of the Milbank Fire and Rescue Department’s 2020 (non)traditional Turkey Bingo have been announced. According to Fire Chief Kevin Schuelke, the traditional in-person turkey bingo was canceled this year due to COVID-19. The firefighters sold tickets to go into a drawing to win groceries and a turkey in... Read more
How do angels light a candle? With a match made in heaven. Find your match at the Angel Tree for Grant County kids in need. This year marks the first time the Angel Tree has been set up at Lewis Drug in the Milbank Mall. Holiday hours are 9-6 Monday through... Read more
Governor Declares Max Gonzenbach Day in South Dakota
Local News November 23, 2020 0
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem declared Friday, November 20, 2020, as Max Gonzenbach Day. Gonzenbach was honored for more than 61 years of service as an employee, owner, and board member of Valley Queen Cheese in Milbank. He now sits on the board as an observer. Gonzenbach began working... Read more
Everyone is encouraged to join the 2020 Parade of Lights this Saturday, November 28. Are you a business? An organization? Or just an individual who wants to spread some cheer? Everyone is welcome! No need to register, just line up behind the Grant County Courthouse at 5 p.m. Your... Read more
