MHS Student Council Gives Donation To New Hospital
Local News March 4, 2016 0
The Milbank High School student council presented a $250 check to Jim Gesswein, chairman of Avera Milbank Area Hospital board. The council raised money throughout the year during different fundraisers in an effort to give back to the community. Along with donating to the hospital building fund, the council... Read more
The It Only Takes A Spark Cancer Walk core committee recently donated $2,500 to the Milbank Avera Cancer Support Group.The donation will help to continue their efforts in educating and supporting individuals and families affected by cancer. “The cancer support group is a great way for people to help... Read more
The Grant-Deuel School District is holding a series of meetings to gain public input and suggestions in its process of forming its dissolution plan. The first meeting took place Monday, February 29, at the commons area of the school. The district voted at its February school board meeting to... Read more
Jami Lynn Buttke To Showcase Unique Style In Milbank
Local News February 24, 2016 0
Have you heard the name Jami Lynn? Remember it. It’ll be cool soon. Heck, it’s already cool. Especially if you like bluegrass music and the story of a rising star who just happens to be a local girl. Jami Lynn, a folk and blue grass singer and songwriter, has... Read more
Legislative Cracker Barrel Set For Saturday
Local News February 24, 2016 0
The Grant County Republicans and Democrats will host a Legislative Cracker Barrel Saturday, February 27, at the Milbank Visitor Center community room from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Senators Jim Peterson and Jason Frerichs along with Representatives Fred Deutsch and John Wiik will be present for questions and feedback about... Read more
Milbank Debaters Capture A Tiger
Local News February 17, 2016 0
The Milbank High School speech and debate team captured second place in the small schools sweepstakes at the Rushmore Challenge in Harrisburg Friday, February 12. The team was awarded a stuffed tiger for a trophy. Senior Rebekah Tuchscherer led the team with an undefeated record in Lincoln-Douglas debate. Other students... Read more
Bands Announced For Lake Farley Summer Concerts
Local News February 16, 2016 0
Country singer and songwriter Craig Morgan headlines the country concert Friday, July 15, for Lake Farley Summer Event Series 2016. Morgan’s hit Almost Home put him on the map in 2002. His additional hits include: Redneck Yacht Club, International Harvester, More Trucks Than Cars, Tough, This Ole Boy, and Little... Read more
Annual Township Meetings Scheduled For March 1
Local News February 15, 2016 0
The citizens of the following townships in Grant County, who are qualified to vote at township elections, are hereby notified that the annual meeting for each township will be held Tuesday, March 1, at the time stated below. The purpose of the township meeting is to elect one supervisor for... Read more
Snow Dumping Illegal in Road Right-of-Way Ditches
Local News February 15, 2016 0
The Grant County Board of Commissioners reminds residents of regulations related to snow dumping. It is unlawful to push snow into a road right-of-way ditch. “One of the problems Grant County encounters during the winter is the dumping of snow in road right-of-way ditches,” stated the board. “The snow... Read more
Grant-Deuel School To Close Doors
Local News February 10, 2016
On Tuesday, February 9, the Grant-Deuel School Board of Education voted unanimously to begin the process to close the doors. The board’s vote will start the procedure to dissolve the district at the end of the 2016-2017 school year in accordance with SDCL 13-6-10. Board chairperson, Jon Wold, explained to the board and community members the... Read more
