Marge Karsky
Obituaries November 10, 2022 0
Margaret “Marge” Karsky, age 90, of Clinton, MN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, with family members at her side at Essentia Health Grace Home in Graceville, MN. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, November 17, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Finish With Best Record in Six Seasons
Milbank Area Volleyball November 9, 2022 0
The Lady Bulldogs volleyball team split matches in regional competition to end their 2022 season. Nancy Hoeke, head coach for Milbank, said, “I’m extremely proud of the season we put together and that we finished with a 19-11 record. That’s our best in six years.” “My goal was to... Read more
Susan Karels Earns 30-Year Meritorious Service Award
Local News November 9, 2022 0
Susan Karels, the band instructor for grades six through 12 in the Milbank School District, was awarded a 30-Year Meritorious Service Award by the South Dakota Music Educators Association (SDMEA). Karels received her award from Erin McFarland of SDMEA during the awards banquet at the 2022 SDMEA Conference. The honor recognizes music educators... Read more
The Grant County 4-H program held their annual recognition event on November 6 at the Grant County 4-H complex. The event celebrated the positive learning experiences 4-H members had gained from projects and acknowledged the support of parents and volunteers. Youth ages five to eight can begin their 4-H experience as... Read more
Jan Janssen
Obituaries November 9, 2022 0
Janet “Jan” Rose Janssen, age 86, passed away at her home in Milbank, SD, on November 8, 2022. Funeral services are pending A full obituary and service information will be posted as soon as its available. Read more
Tice Mursu, a senior at Milbank High School, has been selected as the October Student of the Month. He is the son of Chris and Twila Mursu. Tice is active in football, band, FFA, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and basketball. He was also a member of Boys State. In... Read more
Milbank Bowlers Bring Home 12 Medals From Special Olympics State Tourney
Local News November 8, 2022 0
Over 500 athletes competed in the Special Olympics State Bowling Tournament on November 4-5 in Aberdeen. The tournament was the first state tournament in two years due to Covid restrictions. Milbank’s team of 12 athletes competed on Friday, November 4. According to head coach Abby Trapp, “The Bulldogs dominated the competition.... Read more
Milbank Claims Aberdeen Golden Eagle Cup Class A Sweepstakes
Local News November 8, 2022 0
Milbank debaters competed in their first big tournament of the season and brought home the Class A Golden Eagle Cup. The debate and individual event tournament is held annually at Aberdeen Central High School. Max Schuelke was the champion debater in novice Lincoln Douglas. Shane Spiering took third place... Read more
Clara Pederson
Obituaries November 8, 2022 0
Clara Pederson, 90, of Milbank passed away on October 31, 2022, at Milbank Area Hospital – Avera Health. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at Living Word Lutheran Church in Milbank. Rev. Dr. DeVern Schwenn will officiate. Visitation will be held at Mundwiler Funeral... Read more
Larrie Bea Oase
Obituaries November 8, 2022 0
Larrie Bea Oase, age 81, of Alabama, formerly of Ortonville, MN, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022. An open house memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Mundwiler and Larson Funeral Home in Ortonville, MN. Following the open... Read more
