The Milbank High School music department will take the stage during the annual Pops Concert, Monday, February 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the MHS theatre. The Jazz band, directed by Susan Karels, will perform several numbers. The color guard and an instrumental ensemble will entertain with musical selections. The MHS choir, under... Read more
The local D.A.R.E. Program will be recognized during the Milbank High School boys basketball game Friday, February 10, at the MHS Armory. “We invite all past and present D.A.R.E. students to come join the fun while supporting our Milbank Bulldogs,” stated Police Chief Boyd VanVooren. “This night is also... Read more
Musicians of the Month were recognized during the Middle School mid-winter concert Monday, February 6. Band students honored for December were Maurina Street, Kellen Hoeke, and Maci Priebe. January recipients were Aiden Ludvigson, William Karels, and Halli Essington. Choir musicians of the month for December were Ashlyn O’Farrell, Savanna... Read more
St. Lawrence School in Milbank celebrated Catholic Schools Week with meaningful activities. “It is good to celebrate who we are and what we do,” said Brenda Anderson, school principal. “We had a very fun week.” The students enjoyed dressing up in different themes each day, along with learning various Bible... Read more
An informational baseball meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 9, at 7 p.m. at the Milbank Visitor Center for baseball players ages 15 through 19. “All players interested in the baseball program this summer are asked to attend this meeting,” stated organizer Ron Krause. “Parents or other responsible adults... Read more
St. Williams Care Center in Milbank will take over where Trevett’s Cafe left off – serving elderly folks hot, nutritious meals. The 60’s Plus Dining Program, run by Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership (ICAP), began serving meals today, Monday, February 6, at their new location. “Typically we have 12 people... Read more
Want to serve your country? Can’t make a full time commitment, but unsure what your options are? The South Dakota National Guard’s 740th Transportation Company of Milbank invites you to Guard Experience Night. Guard Experience Night is Monday, February 13, from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Milbank High... Read more
The Babbel-Ons Toastmasters Club met Thursday, February 2, at State Auto. Dana Junker served as the Toastmaster. Dave Schaack was Speaker of the Day. Schaack presented Project 4, Communication Change with the speech, Contests – Is it for us? Chelsy Baugh was the table topics master. The next meeting... Read more
The Junior Makers will gather Tuesday, February 14, at the Grant County Public Library to decorate Valentine’s Day cookies to share with local nursing home and hospital patients. Will Karels will lead participants with the decorating beginning at 3:30 p.m. Junior Makers is for children ages 6-12. The Bill... Read more
Three Milbank High School speech and debate students took part in the Lewis and Clark tournament in Yankton on January 27 and January 28. Claire Mischel placed fourth in Novice Original Oratory. She also competed in the varsity Lincoln-Douglas debate. Nathan Loutsch and Kimberlly Aburto competed in junior varsity... Read more
