MHS Crowns Rufer and Bien Royalty
Milbank High School Homecoming Coronation was performed before a packed house this evening. The ceremony concluded with the crowning of Queen Kaitlyn Rufer, daughter of Tim and Kristi Rufer, and King Nathan Bien, son of Lance and Sheila Bien. They will reign over the 2016 Homecoming festivities this week.... Read more
Tschetter Wins National Coach Award
Doug Tschetter, former English and debate coach at MHS, has earned his Eighth Diamond degree of membership award from the National Speech and Debate Association’s Honor Society. Tschetter will receive his award next June at the 2017 National Debate and Speech Tournament in Birmingham, Alabama. In the 91- year history... Read more
Mark Reedstrom Leads Discussion With Commissioners Over Drainage Ordinance
Mark Reedstrom, State’s Attorney, addressed the commissioners about the possibility of repealing the county drainage ordinance. The move would dissolve the drainage board and nullify the drainage permitting process. “We are initiating a conversation about whether or not we should have a drainage ordinance, a board of adjustment, a... Read more
Board Of Education Approves Change in Graduation Requirement
The Milbank School District Board of Education met in their regular meeting Monday, September 12. A change in the computer technology requirement for graduation at MHS was approved following a short discussion. Principal Dan Snaza explained the rationale for the change. “Computer/technology classes are constantly evolving and changing from... Read more
Winners Punt, Pass, and Kick
Milbank Community Pride staged its annual Punt, Pass, and Kick (PPK) competition Monday, September 12. Sixty-six athletes participated. The competition is part of the nationwide NFL PPK in which youth ages 6 to 15 display their skills in punting, passing, and place kicking. Local winners earn the opportunity to... Read more
Today’s Cross Country Meet Postponed
The cross country meet scheduled for today (September 15) at new London- Spicer has been postponed due to the weather. According to MHS Athletic Director Sussex , a reschedule date is being attempted and will be announced as soon as possible. Regular practice for 7-12 runners will will be held today after... Read more
Milbank Exceeds ACT State Average Scores
The 2016 ACT scores for Milbank students was released by the Milbank School District Board of Education during its regular meeting September 12. According to the data, a Milbank student’s average composite ACT score is slightly above the state and national average. Milbank’s score for the Class of 2016... Read more
Only 4 Seconds Separates Top WVRA Teams
According to organizer Kathy Tyler, 28 teams participated in the fifth team penning of the Whetstone Valley Rodeo Association’s season. Only four seconds separated the first three teams. Tom Graham, Mike McKernan, and Joanie Hills took home the first place money. Cody McMahon, Randy Schuchard, and Brad Hansen took... Read more
Milbank High School Royalty Selected
The MHS 2016 Homecoming King and Queen will be crowned during Coronation Monday, September 26, at 7:30 p.m. in the MHS Armory. The 2015 royalty, Isaac Snaza and Morgan Schmitt will pass down their crowns. The senior class selected Jimmie Berkner, Presley Peschong, Korinne Roggenbuck, and Kaitlyn Rufer as its... Read more
Grant County Youth Excel At  2016 South Dakota State Fair
The South Dakota State Fair was held in Huron from August 31, through September 5. The name Mertens dominated the swine division. Karlee Mertens was crowned Grand Champion in the senior showmanship division. Karlee, with her pig, Stuart, was Grand Champion Lightweight York and Reserve Champion overall in the... Read more