MHS Students Audition For SD All-State Band
Local News February 2, 2016 0
Back row, left to right, Kellie Christians, Rebekah Tuchscherer, Rachelle Gabriel, Chase Pinkert, Keaton Hagen and Jamie DeVaal. Front row, Kimberlly Aburto, Sadie Holland, Rebecca Loehrer, Brooke Fraasch, Korinne Roggenbuck, Kimberly Van Sambeek and Christina Lusk. Thirteen students from Milbank High School auditioned for the top band in the... Read more
Nominations Open For Teacher Of The Year
Local News February 2, 2016 0
Do you have a favorite teacher? One who goes above and beyond? Are they dedicated and inspiring, but go unrecognized for their efforts? Why not nominate them for the Teacher of the Year Award? “Please take the time to recognize a teacher that is an important part of your... Read more
Five Milbank Debaters Take Part In Yankton Tournament
Local News February 2, 2016 0
The Milbank debate team traveled to Yankton Friday and Saturday, January 29 and 30, and took part in the Lewis and Clark tournament. With an unusually small team, just five students represented Milbank. Senior Rebekah Tuchscherer led the team with a fourth place finish in Drama and a 3-2... Read more
St. Lawrence School to Celebrate Catholic Schools Week
Local News January 29, 2016 0
Students and staff at St. Lawrence School in Milbank will celebrate Catholic Schools Week Saturday, January 30 through Friday, February 5, with the theme “Kingdom of the Son.” Students are also selling raffle tickets in conjunction with the nationwide Catholic Schools week event. Tickets are available for $5 each.... Read more
Jason Veen Retires From 740th Transportation Company
Local News January 28, 2016 0
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jason Veen of Milbank retired from the South Dakota Army National Guard December 15, 2015, with 20 years of military service. Veen served with the 740th Transportation Company in Milbank as a team leader, a position he’s held since 2008. Veen began his military career... Read more
Milbank Speech and Debate Team Take First In Watertown
Local News January 28, 2016 0
The Milbank speech and debate team captured first place at the Watertown Speech Fiesta Friday and Saturday, January 22 and 23. Students participated in three preliminary rounds of individual events Friday with the finals on Saturday. Brianna Schreurs qualified for the finals in the Informative division and finished fifth... Read more
Shooters Advance In KC Free Throw Contest
Local News January 28, 2016 0
Nine shooters will advance to the Knights of Columbus state free throw contest after winning the top spot at the local competition Sunday, January 17, at the St. Lawrence School gym. The district event is slated for Sunday, February 7, at the new middle school in Watertown. Winners in... Read more
EXCLUSIVE: Millstone Opens With New Look
Local News January 27, 2016 2
The Millstone Family Restaurant re-opened its doors this morning at 5:30 a.m. with the owners and employees greeting customers with hot coffee and happy-to-be-back smiles. After being closed for just over two weeks, the business is vibrant and full of life following a complete remodel of its interior. “We have been... Read more
Whetstone Valley Electric has changed the date for its 75th Annual Meeting from Thursday, March 24, to Thursday, March 31. The meeting will take place in the Milbank High School gymnasium beginning at 6:30 p.m. As previously announced, three positions are open on the Board of Directors for the... Read more
Snow Alert Issued for City of Milbank
Local News January 25, 2016 0
The City of Milbank has issued a snow alert for today, Monday, January 25. Plowing will begin at 12 noon. “Please remove all vehicles from the streets,” stated Police Chief Boyd VanVooren. “Vehicles left in the street will be ticketed.” Read more
