Great Western Bank Will Get New Name
Local News September 21, 2021 0
First Interstate BancSystem, the parent company of First Interstate Bank, and Great Western Bancorp, Inc., the parent company of Great Western Bank, announced Thursday, September 16, they have entered into a definitive agreement under which the companies will combine in an all‐stock transaction. Under the terms of the agreement,... Read more
Alice Holtquist
Obituaries September 21, 2021 0
Alice Leona (Schwandt) Holtquist, 95, a former resident of Milbank and Big Stone City, SD, passed away September 20, 2021 at Mother of Mercy Nursing Home, Albany, MN. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 am Friday, September 24 at Emanuel Lutheran Church, Milbank, SD. Visitation will be... Read more
Berry and Schwenn Chosen as Homecoming 2021 Royalty
Local News September 20, 2021 0
Tatum Berry was chosen as the 2021 MHS Homecoming Queen at Coronation tonight, Monday, September 20. Tatum is the daughter of Annie and Travis Berry. Bennett Schwenn was chosen as the Homecoming King. Bennett is the son of Miriam and Rick Schwenn. The pair will reign over the 2021 Homecoming festivities this week, including the annual Homecoming Parade on Friday afternoon just before the Bulldogs take on... Read more
The Bulldog Booster Club aimed at supporting Milbank student programs has been created by a group of school administrators, athletic coaches, and parent volunteers. The Bulldog Booster Club Board of Directors includes:President – Steve WenzlVice President – Ryan ScoularSecretary/Treasurer – Brian SandvigDirectors – Justin Downes, Dan Snaza, Kathleen Holscher, and... Read more
The Grant County Public Library wants to help you experience the world of virtual reality. From September 20-24, try the Oculus Go VR headset on loan from the South Dakota State Library. Whether exploring history and culture, science and space, or the thrill of riding a roller coaster, there is something... Read more
Milbank Fire Department Quickly Controls Blaze at Gesswein Motors
Local News September 19, 2021 0
Fire broke out at Gesswein Motors in Milbank on Saturday night, September 18. The Milbank Fire and Rescue Department arrived at the scene at 804 South Dakota Street on Highway 15 just after the call came in at 8:11 p.m. Milbank Fire Chief Kevin Schuelke said, “We found a storage... Read more
Varsity Volleyball Team Feels the Heat at Hamlin
Milbank Area Volleyball September 17, 2021 0
The Lady Bulldogs varsity volleyball team lost to Hamlin on Thursday, September 16. Set scores were 19-25, 16-25, and 11-25. MHS Coach Nancy Hoeke summed up the game by saying, “After a good first set, it seemed like Hamlin got warmed up and made it extra difficult for us. It was... Read more
Terry Nemitz
Obituaries September 17, 2021 0
Terry Nemitz, age 55, of Odessa, MN, died on Wednesday, August 8, 2021, at Ortonville Area Health Services Hospital. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 18, 2021, at Morton City Cemetery in Morton, MN. Pastor Shannon Wachter will officiate the service. Terry Lee... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Tennis Team Defeats Spearfish
Milbank Area Tennis September 16, 2021 0
The MHS girls tennis team traveled to Sioux Falls on Friday, September 10, to take on Spearfish. Abbey Trapp, head coach for Milbank, said, “It was a fantastic match with a lot of long rallies and a great win for the Lady Bulldogs. Milbank won the match 6-3. They... Read more
Sherry Schwenn
Obituaries September 16, 2021 0
Sherry Schwenn, age 72, of Howard Lake, MN, formerly of Milbank, SD, passed away on September 10, 2021, in Howard Lake. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home in Milbank. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.... Read more
