Tired of all your puzzles? Here’s the solution: the Big Stone City Branch Library starts its annual puzzle swap on January 7. The puzzle swap is designed for adults and will continue through March. While you’re there, why not register for the adult reading program? The annual reading program... Read more
The music students of Kristi Seehafer presented their Christmas piano recitals at two performances on Sunday, December 4. The event was held at Living Word Lutheran Church in Milbank. Students performed solos and duets of traditional and popular Christmas music. The musicians and attendees also enjoyed a Christmas party. ... Read more
Violette Schimmel
Obituaries December 26, 2022 0
Violette Schimmel, age 84, of Milbank, SD, passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2022, at Milbank Area Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 29, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at Living Word Lutheran Church in Milbank, SD. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 28, 2022, from... Read more
The student council at St. Lawrence School in Milbank partnered with Grant County’s ICAP office to present the Angel Tree with gifts/blessing boxes that focus on family togetherness. “Our students gathered items for kids who could use a smile this Christmas,” said Susan Wendland, student council advisor. St. Lawrence... Read more
Faye Athey
Obituaries December 23, 2022 0
Faye Elaine Athey, age 80, of Milbank, SD, passed away on December 22, 2022, at Milbank Area Hospital – Avera Health. Funeral services for Faye will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at Tabor United Methodist Church in Big Stone City. Rev. Barbara McKewen will officiate.... Read more
Nearly 100 kids got their chance to whisper their Christmas list in Santa’s ear and take an ‘elfie’ with him at the Milbank Visitors Center on December 7. First Bank and Trust in Milbank and the Milbank Area Chamber sponsored the event. Capture the Moment Photography of Milbank created the photographs. ... Read more
Maureen Dinter
Obituaries December 21, 2022 0
Maureen Ann Farrell Dinter, age 93, of Milbank, SD, passed away on December 20, 2022, in Aventara Assisted Living Home Memory Care after a relentless struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Mundwiler Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and funeral services will be at a later date. There will be... Read more
Holiday cheer, fellowship, and turkey dinner with all the trimmings are on the menu at the 20th Annual Free Christmas Day Dinner. The dinner will be served on Sunday, December 25, at Parkview United Methodist Church in Milbank. All are welcome, and No reservations are required. Parkview United Methodist Church is located next to Avantara at 1101 South... Read more
WVEC Delivers Power and Meals on Wheels During Storm
Local News December 20, 2022 0
Dave Page, general manager of Whetstone Valley Electric Cooperative (WVEC), recapped the effects the recent blizzard had on area residents.Page said, “We have a great team of line technicians and electricians who were ready and willing to do whatever it took to keep the lights on. Overall, our system held... Read more
Would you be willing to cook an unstuffed turkey for the 20th Annual Milbank Community Christmas Day Dinner? Please call or text 605-949-1803 ASAP! Turkeys and roasting bags are provided. Read more
