The first baby of 2023 arrived at Ortonville Area Health Services on January 2. Marcus Remigo-Wayne was delivered by Dr. Stacy Longnecker and entered the world at six pounds and 13 ounces. He was 18.5 inches long. Congratulations to his parents Dustin and Ashley Hanson. Marcus joins three siblings — Martino,... Read more

MHS hosted and took fourth place at the inaugural Doug Tschetter Novice Championship Debate Tournament held on January 7. The late Doug Tschetter was a teacher and debate coach at MHS from 1978-2014. He influenced hundreds of students, debaters, and fellow coaches, not only in Milbank, but across South... Read more

Audra Johnson has pushed in her chair for the last time at Whetstone Valley Electric Cooperative. Audra retired from WVEC on December 15 after a 19-year career there. She began working for WVEC on December 1, 2003, as a customer service representative and then took on the duties of... Read more

Tired of all your puzzles? Here’s the solution: the Big Stone City Branch Library starts its annual puzzle swap on January 7. The puzzle swap is designed for adults and will continue through March.  While you’re there, why not register for the adult reading program? The annual reading program... Read more

The music students of Kristi Seehafer presented their Christmas piano recitals at two performances on Sunday, December 4. The event was held at Living Word Lutheran Church in Milbank. Students performed solos and duets of traditional and popular Christmas music. The musicians and attendees also enjoyed a Christmas party.  ... Read more

The student council at St. Lawrence School in Milbank partnered with Grant County’s ICAP office to present the Angel Tree with gifts/blessing boxes that focus on family togetherness. “Our students gathered items for kids who could use a smile this Christmas,” said Susan Wendland, student council advisor. St. Lawrence... Read more

Nearly 100 kids got their chance to whisper their Christmas list in Santa’s ear and take an ‘elfie’ with him at the Milbank Visitors Center on December 7. First Bank and Trust in Milbank and the Milbank Area Chamber sponsored the event. Capture the Moment Photography of Milbank created the photographs. ... Read more

Holiday cheer, fellowship, and turkey dinner with all the trimmings are on the menu at the 20th Annual Free Christmas Day Dinner.  The dinner will be served on Sunday, December 25, at Parkview United Methodist Church in Milbank. All are welcome, and No reservations are required. Parkview United Methodist Church is located next to Avantara at 1101 South... Read more