It’s time for Fall Storytime at the Grant County Public Library. Fall Storytime will be held on three Tuesdays – November, 9, 16, and 23 – from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Kids will enjoy stories, games, crafts, and other activities.Fall Storytime is open to children ages 4 to 7. Space is limited and registration... Read more
Bulldogs Upset No. 2 Canton in Football Playoffs-Heading to DakotaDome
Milbank Area Football October 30, 2021 0
The Bulldogs’ pulled off a 6-0 win to stun the No. 2 Canton C-Hawks in the first round of the 11A football playoffs. The Bulldogs now advance to the semi-final round to play Vermillion at the DakotaDome on Friday, November 5. Brian Allmendinger, head coach for the Bulldogs, said, “Our defense had... Read more
Dean Hasch
Obituaries October 30, 2021 0
Dean Hasch, age 79, of Marvin, SD, died on Thursday, October 28, at Milbank Area Hospital. A celebration of Dean’s life is scheduled for June 18, 2022 in Nebraska. Dean Robert Hasch was born on May 9, 1942, in Stuart, NE, to Arthur and Mildred (Arter) Hasch. He attended... Read more
Bob Laskowske
Obituaries October 29, 2021 0
Robert “Bob” Laskowske, age 62, of Big Stone City, SD, passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at Ortonville Area Health Services Hospital. A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles Catholic Church in Big Stone City, SD. Visitation will... Read more
Casside Seezs Leads Lady Bulldogs to Victory Over Tiospa Zina
Milbank Area Volleyball October 28, 2021 0
The Lady Bulldogs varsity volleyball team defeated Tiospa Zina on Monday, October 25. Sets scores were 25-22, 25-14, and 25-22. MHS Coach Nancy Hoeke said, “Casside Seezs was solid tonight. She led us in attacks with double digit kills (10). She was also perfect at the service line (13-13) including two... Read more
Join other garden enthusiasts — you’ll recognize them by their green thumbs — at the Grant County Public Library on Tuesday, November 2, at 6:30 p.m. Janelle Kelly of the Whetstone Valley Garden Club will share ideas on winterizing your flower beds. Dylan Voletz will lead a discussion on preparing... Read more
Josephine Kipp
Obituaries October 28, 2021 0
Josephine Kipp, age 81, of Graceville, MN, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. A Memorial Mass for Josephine and Roger will be held on Monday, November 8, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Graceville, MN. Visitation will be... Read more
Nick Batchelor Takes Second at State Cross Country Meet
Milbank Area Cross Country October 27, 2021 0
Senior Nick Batchelor took second place individually at the State A Cross Country Meet on Saturday, October 23. It was his fifth consecutive top-25 finish at State and boosted the boys’ team to a third-place finish — their highest since 1997. Eighth-grader Ashlynn Batchelor placed 17th — the highest... Read more
The Bulldogs’ football team heads to the playoffs tomorrow, October 28, to take on the Canton C-Hawks in Canton. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. Pair Ups for all 11A Games: No. 8 — Sioux Falls Christian (4-5) at No. 1 Madison (9-0)No. 5 — West Central (4-5) at No. 4 Dell... Read more
Hupke Siblings Earn Superior Plus at Brookings Fall Fest
Local News October 27, 2021 0
The Bulldogs’ oral interp team competed in the 17th Annual Brookings Fall Fest on October 25 at Brookings High School. Senior Hailey Hupke and her brother Cooper, a freshman, earned a Superior Plus rating in the Duo division. Complete results for the Milbank team include: Drama: Brooke Schwagel (Superior) Lydia Street... Read more
