The Orphan Grain Train has earned another four-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is the seventh consecutive year the Orphan Grain Train has earned this designation. According to Michael Thatcher, President and CEO of Charity Navigator, “Only a quarter of charities rated by Charity... Read more
WVEC Warns Of Working Near Power Lines
Local News May 1, 2018 0
It was a longer than average winter this year and area farmers are finally getting into the field. Whetstone Valley Electric General Manager, Dave Page, says, “Now that spring planting will soon be in full swing, we at WVEC remind everyone of the risks of working near power lines.... Read more
Laura Dean might be celebrating her one year anniversary as a real estate agent for EXIT Realty Leading Edge in Milbank, but she is no stranger to Milbank. Laura grew up as Laura Montag in Milbank and graduated from MHS in 1999. She attended school to be a histology... Read more
Kevin Schuelke Takes on New Role as Emergency Manager
Local News April 26, 2018 0
Kevin Schuelke has a knack for organizing the pieces and parts to keep things running smoothly. He is also recognized as a dedicated and fearless leader. But, no one can do it alone. As the Milbank Fire Chief – a job he’s held for nine years – he relies... Read more
Tornado Alarm to Sound Wednesday
Local News April 24, 2018 0
Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 25, during Severe Weather Awareness Week in South Dakota, all citizens will participate in emergency readiness. The department, in conjunction with the National Weather Service, will conduct a simulated tornado warning and also test the fire alarm. The fire alarm will sound at 10 a.m. and... Read more
Leddy Wins First Place at State FFA Agriscience Fair
Local News April 24, 2018 0
Korbin Leddy recently participated in agriscience events at the Richland 44 Regional FFA Agriscience Fair on April 18th at Colfax, ND where he received a first place plaque and a cash prize. He also placed first in the Social Science Division 1 at the South Dakota FFA State Agriscience... Read more
Milbank Honor Society Inducts New Members
Local News April 23, 2018 0
Fifteen Milbank High School juniors were inducted into the Milbank Honor Society on Monday, April 23. To be chosen for the Milbank Honor Society students must meet four requirements – academics, service learning, leadership, and character. Students must also have a grade point average of 3.25. Those applying for... Read more
Local Family Gets on Family Feud
Local News April 22, 2018 0
What’s it like to compete on a top TV game show? The Walters family knows the top five answers. They starred on Family Feud and, although they can’t reveal the outcome, you can watch all the action on Monday, April 23, and Tuesday, April 24. The Walters, from Graceville,... Read more
Drainage and Tiling Considered at Commissioners Meeting
Local News April 18, 2018 0
The Grant County Commissioners met Tuesday, April 17. They first convened as the drainage board to address the permit for tiling submitted by Jerry Zubke of Big Stone Township. The tiling would connect both of Zubke’s properties and go through Dan Bogenrief’s property and possibly a road. A dark,... Read more
Mary and Ralph Scott might not have had biological children, but Mary had about 50 kids every year. Mary, who celebrated her 97th birthday in January, taught kindergarten and first grade for 34 years at Koch School in Milbank. If you ask generations of Milbank alumni, “Who was your... Read more
