The Bulldogs basketball team hosted Clark-Willow Lake on January 2 in a game that was rescheduled from December 19 due to weather. Milbank, playing in only their second game of the season, struggled to get traction against the undefeated Cyclones, who came into the game at 4-0. The Bulldogs... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Ground the Falcons
Milbank Area Girls Basketball January 3, 2025 0
Fueled by three players in double figures, the Lady Bulldogs took down the Lady Falcons of Florence-Henry 51-34 in a non-conference basketball game on January 2. Isabella Anderson scored 15 points. Tyra Berry and Claire Snaza each scored 11 points. Snaza also added five rebounds and three assists. The... Read more
Vehicle and Fish House Fall in Big Stone Lake
Local News January 2, 2025 0
Three adult males on a 2024 CAN-AM Defender side-by-side fell through the ice on Big Stone Lake this morning, January 2. According to the Big Stone County Sheriff’s Department, the men were pulling a permanent ice house over the lake when they encountered a heave and the vehicle began... Read more
Now Find Local and State Road Conditions on Updated 511
Local News December 30, 2024 0
Good news for travelers in South Dakota! Innovations to the SD511 system that already provides real-time travel information, including road conditions, closures, construction, incidents, weather forecasts, and roadway camera images just got better. The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is partnering with counties and tribes to allow them... Read more
Fire Damages Hanson Home
Local News December 26, 2024 0
Firefighters from the Milbank Fire and Rescue Department were dispatched to the Ryan and Bobbi Hanson home at 1010 S. 7th Street in Milbank at approximately 9:15 a.m. on Saturday, December 21. “Upon arrival, flames were visible above the kitchen area,” reported Milbank Fire Chief David Giesen. He said,... Read more
Miss Milbank 2025 Jericho Jones and everyone involved in The Valley Express 2024 Snow Queen Festival wish all of Milbank a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Jericho and Little Miss Milbank 2025 Hawley Kirchberg joined Santa and his reindeer at the Milbank Hospital Avera’s Holiday Magic. The... Read more
Bulldogs Take First in Class A at Brookings Bell Tourney
Local News December 24, 2024 0
The Milbank speech and debate team won the Class A sweepstakes trophy at the annual Brookings Bell Tournament held December 20-21. Attendees were encouraged to dress in holiday attire and to enjoy a photo booth, elf hunt, hot cocoa bar, and other festive touches offered during the tournament. Milbank... Read more
The private music studio of Susan Karels held a recital at Peaceful Pines on December 17. The young pianists shared traditional Christmas carols and songs. Musicians included:Submitted Photos: Front Row – Addison VanLith, Jose Sanchez, Sofia Cano, and Yanderyn Olivares Zuniga.Second Row – Abril Ayala Ramirez, Mrs. Karels, Darin... Read more
Gymnasts Score Season High at Holiday Invite
Milbank Area Gymnastics December 23, 2024 0
The Lady Bulldog gymnasts traveled to the Holiday Invitational at Britton-Hecla on Tuesday, December 17. They returned home with third -place honors and a sleigh full of accomplishments. The team earned a season-high score of 128.95, season-high beam and floor totals, and 13 personal-best scores for their performances. (The... Read more
Miss MIlbank Spreads Holiday Cheer at Peaceful Pines
Local News December 23, 2024 0
Miss Milbank 2025 Jericho Jones and Little Miss Milbank Hawley Kirchberg stopped by Peaceful Pines Senior Living to spread some Christmas cheer on Friday, December 20. Jericho talked with the residents about their activities at Peaceful Pines and answered questions about her plans during her reign as Miss Milbank... Read more
