Military Honored During Veterans Program
Local News November 13, 2017 0
The annual Veterans Day program took place at the Milbank Armory with a capacity crowd on hand on Friday, November 10. Captain LaDean Bunkers, a retired member of the United States Navy, was the keynote speaker for the event. He talked of his days in the military and said, “If... Read more
FFA Members Qualify for State
Local News November 13, 2017 0
Three teams and two individuals from the Milbank FFA Chapter qualified for the State FFA Leadership Career Development Event (CDE) during the District 1 FFA event on November 6. The state event takes place in Pierre on December 3-4. Milbank teams took the top places in Parliamentary Procedure, Agriculture... Read more
Milbank Middle School Announces First Quarter Honor Roll
Local News November 13, 2017 0
The first quarter honor roll was released from Milbank Middle School. Students named to the list include the following: EIGHTH GRADE Distinction 3.800 or higher Maiah Brown, Taryn Dusky, Maykayla Elmore, Hailey Hupke, William Karels, Madison Mathews, Marion Mischel, Hattie Muellenbach, Savanna Osowski, Camryn Popowski, Leyton Raffety, Jack Sandvig,... Read more
Milbank High School Band Students Attend NSU Band Clinic
Local News November 13, 2017 0
Milbank High School band students attended the 71st Northern State University (NSU) Band Clinic in Aberdeen on November 8. Established in 1947, the Northern State University (NSU) Band Clinic is the longest running band directors and student workshop in South Dakota. Milbank students participating included: (Back l. to r.) Ethan... Read more
Boyd VanVooren Revealed as Mystery Snowman
Local News November 13, 2017 1
A highly anticipated part of the Snow Queen Festival is the announcement of the Mystery Snowman. Daily clues were given on The Valley Express in the days prior to the Festival which revealed pieces of information leading readers closer to the identity of the Snowman. Milbank Police Chief Boyd... Read more
Katie Vander Wal Crowned 2018 Miss Milbank
Local News November 12, 2017 0
The Valley Express sponsored an evening of glitz and glamour Saturday night at the annual Milbank Snow Queen Festival. Katie Vander Wal was crowned the new 2018 Miss Milbank. She is the daughter of Paul and Dawn Vander Wal. Katie was sponsored by Dakota Country Feed & Seed, First... Read more
Veteran’s Day Program Set for Friday
Local News November 9, 2017 0
The annual Veterans Day program in Milbank is scheduled for Friday, November 10, at 11 a.m. in the Milbank High School Armory. The public is encouraged to attend. The program is made possible by members of the American Legion Post #9 and Auxiliary, VFW Post #3486 and Auxiliary, Disabled... Read more
Miss Milbank to Be Crowned Saturday
Local News November 8, 2017 0
Ten girls take the stage this Saturday night during the annual Snow Queen Festival. The winner of the contest will be crowned Miss Milbank along with receiving a $500 scholarship. Two new scholarships of $250 and $150 will be awarded to the first runner-up and second runner-up, respectively. The... Read more
Grant County 4-H’ers and Volunteers Win Year-End Awards
Local News November 7, 2017 0
The annual Grant County 4-H recognition event took place Sunday, November 5, at Milbank High School. Eight youth completed their 4-H career. Each year individuals, businesses or organizations are recognized for their contributions to the program. According to Sara Koepke, Grant County 4-H Youth Program Advisor, Friends of 4-H... Read more
Andrew Falk Earns Eagle Scout Rank
Local News November 7, 2017 0
Milbank High School senior, Andrew Falk, son of Wade and Jenn Falk, has earned his Eagle Scout rank and will be honored with a ceremony Saturday, November 11, at 6 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church in Milbank. The public is invited to attend. Andrew began his Eagle project... Read more
