Post 9 Defeats Webster 15-7
The Milbank Post 9 Legion baseball team defeated the Legion team from Webster by a score of 15-7 on Wednesday, July 7. Milbank tallied a run in the top of the first when Merik Junker singled to right field and Kellen Hoeke followed with a double to score Junker.  Milbank... Read more
Junior Teeners Split Games with Groton
The Milbank 14U Junior Teeners split wins in a double header against the Groton 14U Junior Teeners on July 6. Milbank was defeated 8-4 in Game 1, and they defeated Groton by a score of 5-4 in Game 2. Game 1  In Game 1, Milbank immediately scratched the scoring... Read more
Mark Veen Brings Outdoor Archery Range and Course to Hartford Beach
Can’t wait for hunting season to start? Archery is the latest trend to get you out in the field and keep you sharp. Plus, you can take the whole family. Archery is safe and surprisingly affordable, and at the newly constructed 28-station course and five-target practice range at Hartford Beach State... Read more
49 Students Graduate From Milbank Driver’s Ed Class
According to Jackson Graf, MMS teacher and driving instructor, 49 students completed driver’s education in Milbank this summer. Graf says, “This is a very difficult and demanding course as the students spend 30 hours over four days in the classroom while covering twelve chapters. After passing, they spend twelve... Read more
Food Giveaway in Milbank Helps 257 Families
According to Brenda Maass, of the Grant County Christian Service Council, the food drive held in conjunction with Feeding South Dakota on June 30 served 257 families for a total of 567 people. Maass says, “The number of families that attended was down considerably from this time last May. In... Read more
Gladys Paulson

Gladys Paulson

Obituaries July 6, 2021 0

Gladys Paulson, age 78, of Milbank, SD, passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at Milbank Area Hospital – Avera Health. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 9, at 2:00 p.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Wilmot. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 8, from... Read more
Junior Teeners Offense Explodes in Second Inning
The Milbank 14U Junior Teeners split their doubleheader with Webster 14U on Thursday, July 1, at Pribyl Park in Milbank. Milbank was defeated by Webster in Game 1 by a score of 5-1 after great pitching performances from both teams. Milbank rallied in Game 2 to defeat Webster 14-2. ... Read more
Hoeke Has 6 Hits and 6 RBI’s Against Big Stone
Milbank’s Post 9 baseball team swept Big Stone City’s Post 229 in doubleheader action on July 1 in Ortonville. Milbank defeated Big Stone City 10-5 in Game 1.  In Game 2, Milbank also won to sweep the season series of four games. Game 1In Game 1, Post 229 struck... Read more
Marla Myklegard
Marla Myklegard, age 81, of Corona, SD passed away on July 4, 2021, surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 9, at 10:30 a.m. at Living Word Lutheran Church in Milbank.  Rev. Kent Groethe will officiate. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 8,... Read more
UPDATE: Milbank Cancels 4th of July Fireworks
The 4th of July fireworks event on Sunday, July 4, at Lake Farley Park in Milbank has been postponed. Laurie Folk, director of the Milbank Area Chamber which sponsors the free fireworks display says, “After careful consideration, and due to the dryness of the area, the decision was made to... Read more