MHS Students Reach Round Two at International HOSA Conference
Milbank members of HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America), who qualified for the International Leadership Conference (ILC), were in Nashville, Tennessee, from June 18-22. Students from all over the world competed. More than 14,000 participants – members, advisers, health professionals, and alumni – attended the conference. Workshops, keynote speakers,... Read more
Steve Thomas and Alan Schliesman-Fernando’s Rib Company Wins    Q-Fest 
Fernando’s Rib Company was crowned the Grand Champion at Q-Fest on Saturday June 21, during Farley Fest 2025 in Mibank. Fernando’s brought home the bacon in the form of an $1100 prize. The team also took first place in the Pork Butt and the Pork Spare Ribs competitions to... Read more
Schuelke Finishes in Top 20 at National Debate Tournament
MHS debaters Max Schuelke and Keira Steffen represented the Northern District of South Dakota at the 100th National Speech and Debate Tournament held in Des Moines Iowa, from June 15-20. The Northern District includes Aberdeen, Watertown, Lennox, Brookings, Huron, Mitchell, Pierre, and Milbank. The late Doug Tschetter, a longtime... Read more
Muellenbach Claims Most Wins at Larry Cantine Memorial Tournament
Will Muelenbach racked up 15  wins – the most at the Third Annual Larry Cantine Memorial Tennis Tournament held on June 21 at Cantine Courts in Milbank. Greg Cantine, co-organizer of the tourney, stated, “An even 20 people participated in the doubles-only event. Most players were from the Milbank... Read more
Children’s Author Coming to Big Stone Community  Center
A Meet and Greet with author Tammy Knutson will be held at the Big Stone City Community Center on Wednesday, July 2,  at 1:30 p.m. The event is Free and everyone is invited.   Tammy writes children’s books featuring her Pembroke Welsh Corgis – PJ and Murphy. Ask Tammy questions... Read more
50+ Food and Vendors at Farley Fest This Weekend
It’s Farley Fest – now through Sunday, June 22. Find 1000 things to see and do and eat!  It’s your chance to try something different for lunch or dinner and shop for unique gifts and artisan items. Catch some amazing concerts and shows. Choose from 50+ vendors! Something for... Read more
Music for Everyone This Weekend at Farley Fest
Feeling like some music this weekend? You’re in luck! Farley Fest is finally here. Start your Friday night out right vibing to the sounds of My Monday Regret. My Monday Regret – a hometown favorite –  will play from 7-11 p.m. on Friday. June 21. Tickets are Free, courtesy... Read more
Post 9 Auxiliary in Milbank Installs New Officers
The Milbank Legion Auxiliary Post 9 installed new officers at their May meeting. A memorial service was also held for members lost in the past year. 2025-26 OfficersPresident –  Karen LayherVice-President – Michelle StewartSecretary – Sharon BeutlerTreasurer – Donna JurgensChaplain – Sue DeJong The meeting opened with prayer given by... Read more
Larry Cantine Memorial Tennis Tournament Set for June 21
The Larry Cantine Memorial Tennis Tournament will be held on Saturday, June 21, during Farley Fest weekend. Sign-up is from 8:30 – 9:15 a.m. Entry fee is a can of tennis balls. The event will be held at Cantine Courts in Milbank. Games start at 9:15 a.m. The tournament... Read more
See Some Stunners at Farley Fest Car Show Friday Night
If you love skirts, suede, shoeboxes, and six packs you are either a college girl or you know your vintage cars. Either way, it’s full speed ahead to see some really cool rides at the annual car show at Farley Fest this Friday, June 20, from 5:30 – 8... Read more