During October, the Grant County Public Library features Brain Builders, formerly known as the Junior Makers. Sara Koepke, Grant County 4-H Youth Advisor. She presents a program on Lego junkyard robotics. The program is designed for children ages 8-12. Brain Builders is Tuesday, October 10, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. The... Read more
Day 2 Wraps Up State Golf Tournament
Milbank Area Golf October 3, 2017 0
Milbank golfers, Conner VanVooren and Adam Thomas, completed the 2017 State Class A High School Boys Golf Tournament with solid scores today, Tuesday, October 3. VanVooren tied for 28th place with his two-day score of 179. He shot an 88 (42-46) the first day and a 91 today (43-48).... Read more
MHS Band Earns Gold at Gypsy Days
Local News October 3, 2017 0
The MHS Band received a gold rating at the 2017 Gypsy Days in Aberdeen Saturday, September 30. The 115-member band was one of 13 schools to receive a gold rating. Five of the 20 participating bands received a silver rating, and one earned a bronze. Leading the band were... Read more
Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce Elects New Board Members
Local News October 2, 2017 0
The Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual meeting September 28. They adopted the theme Do Great Things for the coming year. Three awards were given to chamber businesses for their dedication and commitment. Valley Office Products was named the Small Business of the Year. Valley Queen Cheese... Read more
Snow Queen Contest Offers Senior Girls More Scholarship Money
Local News October 2, 2017 0
All local senior girls are invited to experience the tradition of the Milbank Snow Queen contest. The event, held November 11, will be the first Festival sponsored by The Valley Express. “The Snow Queen Festival is a fantastic opportunity for girls in our community to gain invaluable experience while... Read more
State A Golf Tournament Day One Update
Milbank Area Golf October 2, 2017 0
Day one of the 2017 State Class A High School Boys Golf Tournament in Dell Rapids is complete. Milbank’s Conner VanVooren shot an 88. He fired in a 42 on the front nine and a 46 on the back. He sits tied for 32nd place. Adam Thomas is tied... Read more
Bulldogs Shutout Tigers on Homecoming Night
Milbank Area Football October 1, 2017 0
The Milbank Bulldogs shut out the Groton Area Tigers Friday night, September 29, to close out the 2017 MHS Homecoming festivities. Milbank is undefeated in the Northeast Conference and holds a 4-2 record. “We made some adjustments at halftime and executed in the second half,” stated Bulldog head coach... Read more
Girls X- Country Team Wins at Sisseton
Milbank Area Cross Country October 1, 2017 0
The Lady Bulldogs cross country team ran to the top of the team standings at the Sisseton Invitational September 28. They won the meet with 37 points. Four runners placed in the top 15 of the varsity races. Maurina Street led the way with a fifth place finish. Amaya... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Challenge the Chargers
Milbank Area Volleyball October 1, 2017 0
The Lady Bulldogs volleyball team attacked the Hamlin Chargers but suffered a 3-1 loss Thursday, September 28, on the road. Milbank will host two home matches next week – Tuesday, October 3, with Deubrook, and Thursday, October 5, with Ortonville. In the Hamin match, hitting and serve-receive errors by... Read more
Milbank Netters Close Out Regular Season
Milbank Area Tennis October 1, 2017 0
The Lady Bulldogs tennis team ended their regular season with a 5-2 loss to Benson, Minnesota, September 28, on the road. “With the exception of Halli Essington and Hattie Muellenbach, Benson proved to be too strong for us this year,” stated Bulldog Head Tennis Coach Jim Dahl. Essington and... Read more
