Schuelke Advances to National Debate Tournament
Local News February 25, 2025 0
Max Schuelke, a senior at Milbank High School, will compete in the National Speech and Debate Tournament to be held June 15-20 in Des Moines, Iowa. Schuelke will be one of two Lincoln-Douglas debaters representing the Northern South Dakota District. They will join 6,000 students from over 2000 schools... Read more
Governor Rhoden Invites Nominations for 2025 Ag Ambassador Award
Local News February 20, 2025 0
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden is seeking nominations for the 2025 South Dakota Governor’s Ag Ambassador Award. The Governor’s Ag Ambassador Award recognizes an individual or organization making a positive contribution to South Dakota’s agricultural industry. Nominations are due to the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources... Read more
Free Groceries in Milbank for Veterans Starts March 4
Local News February 18, 2025 0
Grant County veterans are coming together to help their fellow veterans with a new program called Groceries for Veterans. Five veterans groups donated money to purchase 50 boxes of groceries. The boxes will be distributed by representatives from the groups starting at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 4, at... Read more
Area Students Achieve Academic Honors at Dakota State
Local News February 13, 2025 0
Dakota State University in Madison announced its President’s Academic Honors list for the 2024 Fall semester. A total of 865 full-time and 190 part-time students were recognized for achieving a grade point average of 3.5 to 4.0. Milbank area students who received the honor and attend the university full... Read more
Tim Czmowski Appointed to House Seat By Governor Rhoden
Local News February 13, 2025 0
Governor Larry Rhoden has appointed former Milbank resident Tim Czmowski to the open seat for District 6 in the South Dakota House of Representatives. District 6 includes the municipalities of Harrisburg, Shindler, and Tea. The position became available by the departure of Representative Harry Otten. Otten resigned on January... Read more
Przybycien and Schuelke Make Dean’s List at Dakota Wesleyan
Local News February 12, 2025 0
Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell announced that Shalyn Przybycien and Makenna Schuelke, both of Milbank, have qualified for the Fall 2024 Dean’s List for undergraduates. The list includes 381 undergraduate students and 22 graduate students. To qualify, a student must attain a semester grade point average of 3.5 on... Read more
Schuelke Wins State Debate Award and Scholarship
Local News February 10, 2025 0
MHS debater Max Schuelke was honored by the South Dakota high school speech and debate community during the Sioux Falls Roosevelt Sweet-Stakes Tournament held February 7-8. Schuelke received the Kristine Hayes Award in recognition of his outstanding sportsmanship, leadership, and positive approach to speech and debate. The award, named... Read more
Area Students Honored on NDSU Dean’s List
Local News February 6, 2025 0
North Dakota State University extended congratulations to the 4,322 students who earned places on the 2024 Fall Dean’s List. A student at NDSU must earn a 3.50 grade point average or higher and be enrolled in at least 12 class credits to qualify. Milbank Area students who achieved academic... Read more
Pew Takes First Place at Jefferson Cavalier Tourney
Local News February 5, 2025 0
Milbank speech and debate team members combined their talents at the Jefferson Cavalier Tournament on January 31 and February 1 in Sioux Falls. Milbank returned with the Jefferson Cavaliers Medium-Size School Championship Award, three medals, and five trophies. According to Coach Kathy Tyler, Milbank finished fifth overall and the... Read more
Students Named to Academic Lists at Northern State University
Local News February 3, 2025 0
Northern State University (NSU) recognized the outstanding academic achievements of students during the Fall 2024 semester. The President’s List honors full-time undergraduate students who achieved a perfect 4.00 grade point average (GPA) for the semester. The Dean’s List recognizes full-time undergraduate students who attained a GPA of 3.50 to... Read more
