Why do some couples readily divorce and others stay together? Ask a dozen therapists or relationship coaches and you’ll probably get twelve different answers. We decided to bypass the professionals and get to the heart of the question by visiting St. Williams Care Center in Milbank to get our answer.... Read more
The Milbank Area Retired Teachers Association (MARTA) will hold their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, March 15, at 11:00 a.m. at Pizza Ranch. Bill and Cathy Zubke will present tips on how to stay in your home and defer the move to a long-term care facility. Read more
Children ages three to seven are invited to Breakfast With the Easter Bunny at the Grant County Public Library on Saturday, March 24, at 10:00 a.m. Everybunny will hear a story, make a craft, and hunt for Easter eggs. Space is limited. To sign up, call the library at... Read more
Preschool and kindergarten registration at St. Lawrence School is Tuesday, March 13. Registration is held in the preschool room at the school from 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Children are required to be age 3 by Sept. 1, 2018 to enter the 3-year-old preschool and age 4 by Sept.... Read more
Do you ever feel like you’re walking a tightrope between big career dreams and little humans? Audrey Jo Rider, author of Uniquely You, takes you on a journey from comparison to confidence, imperfection to uniqueness, and panic to planning! The Grant County Public Library, in conjunction with their adult... Read more
The parent meeting set for Monday, March 5, at 6 p.m. in the high school theater has been rescheduled for Tuesday, March 27. The meeting will focus on youth and teenage stress, boundaries and supports, bullying and peer pressure, and warning signs or anxiety or depression. Read more
The American Red Cross Blood Drive held Tuesday, February 27, at Unity Square in Milbank suffered from lower than average attendance, according to organizer Margaret Skoog. Skoog said, “The drive fell short of its goal of 110 units – just 86 units were donated.” “A lot of people were... Read more
Middle School Students Spell it Out
CommunityLocal News February 27, 2018 0
Savanna Osowski represented Milbank Middle School at the regional spelling bee in Watertown on Saturday, February 24. She placed fifth. The top three finishers from the regional bee advance to the state bee to be held in Vermillion on March 17. Regional qualifiers are: Nathan Gemechis from G Mikkelson... Read more
Residents of long-term care facilities in Milbank held Valentines Day celebrations. The events included the crowning of royal couples at each home. Ken and Marge Keller reigned over Park Place Assisted Living. St. William’s Care Center crowned Albert and Lucille Folk as king and queen. At Milbank Care and... Read more
Milbank High School Career Day was held Wednesday, February 21. Traditionally for juniors and seniors, this year, freshman and sophomore students were given the opportunity to explore a variety of career paths. Local businesses showcased their industry and explained the skills, qualifications, and aptitudes needed for successful careers in... Read more