Paul and Dawn Vander Wal Plant Deep Roots in Milbank
At Dakota Country Ag Services, the coffee is always on and there’s cold pop in the fridge. But this Friday and Saturday, if you want to talk shop, you’ll have to head to the Grant County Farm and Home Show. Paul and Dawn Vander Wal, owners of Dakota Country... Read more
Deutsch to Seek Another Term in SD State House
State Representative Fred Deutsch (R-Florence) today announced he is seeking another term in the South Dakota State House representing District 4, which is composed of Grant, Deuel, rural Codington and rural Brookings Counties. “Serving South Dakotans in District 4 at the Statehouse has been the honor of a lifetime,... Read more
Lane Lindquist Honored by South Dakota Coaches Association
Lane Lindquist, former MHS teacher and coach, received the Friend of Football award from the South Dakota Coaches Association. MHS Athletic Director Adolph Shepardson presented the award on behalf of the association and MHS at the basketball game in the Milbank Armory on December 19. “Lane has played a... Read more
Bryan Lambrechts Retires After Serving Milbank for 39 Years
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem declared December 27, 2019 as Bryan Lambrechts Day in South Dakota. Lambrechts retired that day from his duties at the City of Milbank after 39 years of service. Governor Noem commended him on his dedication, honesty, and work ethic. She also recognized his contribution... Read more
I-29 Closed Watertown to North Dakota Border-
The South Dakota Departments of Transportation and Public Safety are advising motorists that Interstate 29 will be closing from Watertown to the North Dakota border, both north and southbound, effective immediately. I-90 remains closed between Exit 67 east of Rapid City to Mitchell for eastbound traffic and from Mitchell... Read more
Lower Level Scores/Results for December 17 – 20, 2019
Junior Varsity Girls Basketball Team Members – Isabella Anderson, Hallie Schulte, Emily Wollschlager, Camryn Wiese, Jenna Dexter, Hillary Morton, Josie Adolph, Elsie Seffrood, Ellie Neugebauer, and Madi Loeschke December 17 – Milbank 12, Florence-Henry 39 December 19 – Milbank 17, Aberdeen Roncalli 48 Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Team Members... Read more
Eighth Graders Entertain St. Williams Home Residents
Eighth grade students from Milbank Middle School presented a Christmas show for the residents of St. Williams Home on December 18. The students recited poetry, sang, and played the piano, tuba, bells, violin, and flute. Student performers included: Kynlee Speidel, Rachel Schulte, Jana Carrino, Cassidy Schell, Isabella Vogel, Hope... Read more
Free Christmas Day Dinner in Milbank
Everyone is welcome at the 17th Annual Free Christmas Day Dinner from 11 a.m. until 1 p..m. at Parkview United Methodist Church. No reservations are required. Parkview UMC is located at 101 South Second in Milbank. The traditional Christmas meal includes turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, corn, and... Read more
Debaters Place Third at the Brookings Bell Tournament
MHS debaters Aiden Ludvigson and Max Lightfield compiled a 4-1 record at the Brookings Bell Tournament on December 14. Milbank placed third in the A-School division. January starts the second half of the public forum debate season. The new season is a chance for any high school student interested... Read more
Local Musicians to Perform in Milbank This Weekend
Come experience a magical evening this Saturday and Sunday, December 21 and 22, at WhyMilbank’s annual holiday show. A Night of Christmas will be filled with glorious music and the inspirational story — the reason for the season — uniquely related by storyteller Dave Rogers. Local musicians Jon Rogers,... Read more