Mason Allen Sets MHS School Javelin Record at SDNG Invite
Milbank Area Track and Field April 21, 2025 0
Milbank’s track and field teams hosted the South Dakota National Guard (SDNG) Invitational on Thursday, April 17. The weather was brutal with cool temperatures and a fierce spring wind, but Mason Allen managed to set a new school record in the javelin competition at 124 feet and 5 inches,... Read more
Nathan Findlay
Obituaries April 18, 2025 0
Nathan Arlyn Findlay was born on November 5, 1985, and went on to meet his Father, Jesus Christ, on April 13, 2025, while he was surrounded by his family. A Celebration of Life for Nathan will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. at Mundwiler and... Read more
Don’t miss Milbank’s Sixth Annual Alumni Basketball Tournament this Saturday, April 19. The event will take place in the gym at the Milbank Armory. In addition to the Men’s Tournament, the Women’s Game is back by popular demand. Doors open at 8 a.m. Tip-off for the first game is... Read more
Lady Pheasants Startle the Lady Bulldogs
Milbank Area Girls Softball April 16, 2025 0
The Lady Bulldogs traveled to Redfield on Tuesday, April 15, to take on the Lady Pheasants in varsity fastpitch softball. Milbank was overwhelmed by Redfield’s high-powered offense and solid pitching early in the game. The Lady Bulldogs did not get a chance to recover before Redfield bagged a 16-1... Read more
The Lady Bulldogs fastpitch softball team hosted the Deuel Cardinals on Monday, April 14, at Pribyl Park. The weather refused to cooperate, and at one point in the game, players and fans headed to the dugout to take shelter from the wind and rain that had turned to hail.... Read more
Blanche Rohlfs
Obituaries April 16, 2025 0
Blanche Rohlfs, age 96, of Corona, SD, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Fairway View Neighborhoods in Ortonville, MN. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 18, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Corona, SD. Visitation will be held one hour prior to... Read more
Supt. Downes Named Community Leader of the Year
Local News April 16, 2025 0
The South Dakota School Superintendent Association (SDSSA) named Justin Downes, Superintendent of the Milbank School District, as their 2025 Community Leader of the Year. The group made the announcement today, April 15. Downes is in his sixth year as the Superintendent in Milbank. As a professional dedicated to public... Read more
Students of Sheila Dailie, a Milbank piano instructor, held their Spring Recital at the American Lutheran Church on Sunday, April 13. Many friends and family attended. Front: Mya Robish, Landon Athey, Parker Robish, Jackson Hendricks, and Royce VanMeterMiddle: Callie Myrum, Isabelle Karels, Bennett Schwandt, Brynna Bumgardener, Remi Homan, and... Read more
Gus Guenther
Obituaries April 16, 2025 0
Gustavus “Gus” Guenther, age 96, of Milbank, SD, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Avantara – Milbank Nursing Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 21, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank, SD. Visitation will be held... Read more
School Board Approves Resignations and New Hires
Local News April 15, 2025 0
The Milbank School District Board of Education met on Monday, April 14, to review staffing changes and facility projects planned for this summer. The board also recognized Superintendent Justin Downes for earning a statewide honor. Downes was selected for the Community Leader Award from the South Dakota School Superintendents... Read more
