Did you receive a golden ticket to attend Charlie and the Chocolate Factory performed by the MHS Theater Department last Friday and Saturday night? The message was heartwarming, the actors flawlessly delivered their lines, and Willy Wonka and his costume were spot-on. The play, adapted from Roald Dahl’s children’s... Read more
Congratulations to Jan Dietman of Milbank! Jan was the lucky winner of the Minnesota Twins Homer Hanky given away by The Valley Express during the playoffs leading to the 2023 World Series. It just so happens, Jan is an ardent Twins fan. She said “I was so happy to... Read more
Although temperatures dropped into the 20s, nearly 700 kids braved the cold to ghost to Treat Street on Halloween night in downtown Milbank. According to Jamie Henderson, executive director of the Chamber that sponsors the annual event, about 38 businesses and organizations contributed to the festivities. “Treat Street is another great example... Read more
Maybe you missed it, but Esther and Jeorge Ramirez of MIlbank would never miss setting up a candlelit altar in their home for Dia de los Muertos. Also called the Day of the Dead, the holiday is a Mexican tradition that Esther and Joerge have been celebrating all their... Read more
Who will become the 60th Milbank Snow Queen? Find out on Saturday, November 11. The Valley Express will crown Miss Milbank 2024 during the 60th Anniversary celebration of the Snow Queen Festival. Experience a winter wonderland and watch the 17 high school seniors vie for the title. See the... Read more
The Mystery Snowman will be an important part of the 60th Milbank Snow Queen Festival and is a prominent person in the Milbank community. Daily clues will be published on The Valley Express to help you unravel the identity. The first person to correctly guess the Mystery Snowman’s identity... Read more
Senior Hope Karels, the daughter of Jason and Susan Karels, has been chosen as the October Student of the Month at MHS. Hope is active in choir, band, color guard, girls tennis, theater, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and National Honor Society. She serves as the student manager for the... Read more
Students in second through fifth grade attended Science Saturday on October 28 at the Milbank Hospital. The students learned about the heart by viewing an actual cow heart and making slime to simulate blood to learn about its components. They also learned how to stop bleeding and the effects of sugary foods... Read more
Amelia Pederson, a senior at Milbank High School, has been chosen as the September Student of the Month. Amelia is the daughter of Dan and Ellie Pederson. Amelia takes part in tennis, track, band, choir, and theater. She also enjoys spending time outdoors and making music and art. She says... Read more
Hey, Kids! Orange you glad it’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Fear!The Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce presents their annual Treat Street on Tuesday, October 31, from 5:30-7 p.m. on Main Street. Come as you aren’t. Local businesses will be handing out eerie-sistible treats and weaving a web... Read more
