Milbank School Board Covers Several Topics at February Meeting
The Milbank Board of Education discussed the latest on Covid and close contact at the regular meeting Monday, February 14, in the board room at the high school. The board has had COVID on the agenda for two years. Superintendent Downes said, “The administration team meets regularly and analyzes what... Read more
Off The Wall MARTA Meeting Planned
The Milbank Area Retired Teachers/Personnel Association (MARTA) will be meeting, Thursday, February 17 at 11:00 a.m. at the Pizza Ranch in Milbank. This month will be “Off the Wall”.  Members are asked to bring an item from their wall that means something to them and share the special meaning.... Read more
Milbank Girls Win Battle of the Bulldogs
The 2022 Battle of the Bulldogs was a battle to the end. Well, almost. At the end of three, Milbank led 33-28, but Madison refused to go away in the close non-conference game on Milbank’s home court on February 15.  In the fourth quarter, Milbank’s Isabella Anderson took charge... Read more
Cindy Jungers Named 2022 Teacher of The Year
Mrs. Cindy Jungers, the Junior Kindergarten teacher at Milbank Elementary was chosen as Milbank School District Teacher of the Year for 2022 by parents and staff. Cindy’s husband, Jerry, along with students and teachers attended the surprise ceremony held in the Milbank Elementary Library on Tuesday morning February 15.... Read more
Lori Leddy and Keri Schliesman Resign from Milbank School District
Lori Leddy and Keri Schliesman’s resignations were accepted during the regular meeting Monday, February 14, by the Milbank Board of Education. At the conclusion of the school year in May Leddy, a middle school math teacher, will pursue other career opportunities within the community.Leddy said, “I truly enjoyed my... Read more
Marilyn Hawkinson

Marilyn Hawkinson

Obituaries February 15, 2022 0

Marilyn Hawkinson, age 87, of Twin Brooks, SD, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022, at her home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 18, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Valley Baptist Church in Milbank, SD. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 17, 2022, from 5:00... Read more
Christensens Spend Valentine’s Day at Colorado Children’s Hospital
Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength and loving someone deeply gives you courage.  -Lao Tzu It’s no coincidence the English words “heart” and “courage” both come from the Latin root cor. People who display  bravery, usually do so when they discover intense feelings about something more important... Read more
Get Stamped in Milbank and Show You Love Local to Win!
The Flower Shoppe in downtown Milbank is just one of the businesses you can give your stamp of approval to during the Love Local Passport event sponsored by the Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce.  Pick up your passport at any of the participating businesses listed below and start shopping! Your... Read more
Firefighters Battle Shop Fire in Below-Zero Temps
At approximately 6:15 a.m. on Saturday, February 12, firefighters from the Summit Fire and Rescue Department were dispatched to a shop and shed fire at 46011 146th Street.  The property is owned by Roger Smith. When the firefighters arrived, they found the building engulfed in flames. Kevin Schuelke of... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Win Tussle with Lady Tigers at 38-35
In a game of hoops that went down to the wire, Milbank defeated Groton on Thursday, February 10, in front of their home crowd. The final score was 38-35. Lady Bulldog Tyra Berry was the top scorer in the game with 14 points.  She found her sweet spot in the corner... Read more