Milbank won ninth place at the State Class A Clay Target League Tournament on June 10, in Aberdeen. They shot a total of 392. “The team shot a solid first round,” said coach Paul Sayler. “Shooting conditions were completely different the second round, and we struggled to adapt to... Read more
Fifteen teams teed up to raise money for the Bulldogs golf teams on June 11. The annual fundraiser tournament was played at Pine Hills Golf Club in Milbank. A total of $880 was raised. The winning team of Jason Ackerman, Justin Ackerman, Brittany Ackerman, and Dustin Lester carded a... Read more
MALST Swimmers Break Records at Brookings
Milbank Area Swimming June 15, 2017 0
Several team records were broken by swimmers from the Milbank Area Lions Swim Team (MALST). The new records were set during the Brookings High Point meet June 9-11. Carter Gloe broke the 2007 record held by Mark Van Dover in the boys 9-10 50 backstroke. He also broke the... Read more
Sixteen scouts from Milbank Boy Scout Troop 45 departed June 10, for a week-long summer camp. The troop is attending Medicine Mountain Scout Ranch in the Black Hills of South Dakota. “They will spend a week earning merit badges, climbing in the Needles, learning shooting sports, mountain biking, hiking,... Read more
Storm Ignites Fires in Milbank
Local News June 14, 2017 2
The Milbank Fire and Rescue Department was busy last night, Tuesday, June 13. The unit responded to several calls due to the storm that moved through the area with rain and high winds. “We knew it was going to be a busy night,” stated Fire Chief Kevin Schuelke. “Prior... Read more
$132,000 Raised at The Annual Cancer Walk
Local News June 14, 2017 1
It Only Takes A Spark Cancer Walk hosted another successful event on Friday, June 9. The organization has raised approximately $132,000 since August 1, 2016, in celebration of its 20th year. The 2017 walk was cut short by high winds, but attendees nevertheless enjoyed live music, great food, games,... Read more
Summer officially starts tomorrow for kids of all ages. Tommy’s Popcorn stand opens Thursday, June 15. The Milbank Kiwanis Club will sell popcorn, candy, and Sno-cones on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lake Farley Park. Read more
Eighteen future babysitters learned to change a diaper, dress, feed, and safely entertain small children at the Kid Kare Babysitting Clinic. “The youth spent the day learning and preparing to start their new babysitting jobs,” stated Grant County 4-H Youth Program Advisor Sara Koepke. Grant County Sheriff Kevin Owen... Read more
A downed power line due to this evening’s storm has led to a fire and multiple explosions on Drake Avenue in Milbank. Check The Valley Express for a full report on this fire and more storm damage as details unfold! Video Provided Courtesy of Josh Hoeke. Read more
Three businesses have settled into their new spaces at the newly renovated 222 Main building on Main Street in Milbank. The historic structure, most recently known as Bien Pharmacy, was renovated by owner Mark Leddy of Five Star Enterprises, LLP. Directors of the Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce, Laura... Read more
