Get your kids registered for the free Summer Reading program at the Big Stone City Branch Library! Registration is open from May 17-31. The Summer Reading program will be held each Wednesday from 1:30-2:45 p.m. starting June 7 and continuing through July 19. Events are designed for kids entering... Read more
Six piano students who study under Sheila Dailie performed for judge Maria Grant of the National Guild of Piano Teachers. The auditions were held in Brookings on Friday, May 12. The Milbank students each received a superior or superior-plus rating. Students:Maci Mueller – State Winner – 4 years Natalie Thaden... Read more
The piano students of Kristi Seehafer presented their annual spring recital on Sunday, April 30, at Living Word Lutheran Church in Milbank. An ice cream social followed the performance. Musicians from the 1 p.m. presentation:Back Row – Kinleigh Brandenburger, Kaitlyn Brandenburger, Kyler Brandenburger, Dylan Meister, Trinity Brehmer, Tatum Brehmer, Stella... Read more
Signup for Emergency Relief Program Ends June 2
Local News May 16, 2023 0
Joel Foster, executive director of the Grant County FSA, reminds area producers that the Phase 2 Signup for additional emergency relief from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) through the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) ends on June 2. Phase 2 began January 23. To be eligible for Phase 2, producers... Read more
Verna Cardwell
Obituaries May 16, 2023 0
Verna Cardwell, of Graceville, MN, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family reaching the age of 81. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 22, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Graceville, MN. Visitation will... Read more
Joanne Schmig
Obituaries May 15, 2023 0
Joanne Schmig, age 80 of Stockholm, SD, passed away on May 14, 2023. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 19, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Living Word Lutheran Church in Milbank. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home... Read more
The Milbank girls fast-pitch softball team treated its fans to a double serving of victory on Friday night at the ballpark in Milbank. The Lady Bulldogs scooped up two wins against Sisseton in doubleheader action on May 12. Fans who braved the weather and attended the games also got... Read more
Happy Mother’s Day! Congratulations to the Class of 2023 on graduation. This year, both special events fell on the same day, Sunday, May 14, in Milbank. Of course, sharing is nothing new to your mother. She has been doing it forever or at least as far back as you... Read more
Richard Bellinger
Obituaries May 11, 2023 0
Richard Eugene Bellinger, age 55 of Big Stone City, SD, passed away at his lake residence on May 10, 2023. No services are planned at this time. Richard Eugene Bellinger was born on May 6, 1968, in Rome, NY. He was the son of Norman and Kathleen (Henderson) Bellinger.... Read more
The Milbank Women’s Connection, an affiliate of Stonecroft Ministries, invites everyone to a special event on Tuesday, May 16, at 1:30 p.m. at Central Church. Tickets are $5 and include a light dessert. Reservations are not required, but are appreciated. Debby Schmitz of Harvey, North Dakota, will speak on... Read more
