Thanksgiving is just around the corner and so is the Gobble Up a Good Book Storytime at the Big Stone Library. Parents of children age three to eight are invited to pick up a storytime kit to do at home. Choose from Wednesday, November 18 from 1-7 p.m. or... Read more
Local Law Enforcement Officers Collect Warm Clothing for Residents in Need
Local News November 17, 2020 0
The South Dakota Highway Patrol, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, and the Milbank Police Department held a Socktober collect-athon to gather outerwear for local residents in need. Corey Hooth officer of the Milbank Police Department said, “34 jackets and sweatshirts, 89 hats, 67 pairs of gloves or mittens, and... Read more
Sophomore Debaters Win Second Place in Sioux Falls Tournament
Local News November 16, 2020 0
According to MHS debate coach, Kathy Tyler, all four debate teams attended virtual tournaments last week. Tyler says, “Speaker points were outstanding for all our debaters.” The sophomore team of Max Lightfield and Aiden Ludvigson competed in the Sioux Falls Roosevelt Tournament on November 13 and November 14. Competitors... Read more
Bob Fields
Obituaries November 13, 2020 0
Robert A Fields age 91 of Stockholm, SD passed away at his home surrounded by his family on November 11th, 2020. Please Note: Private family services will be 11:00 am, Saturday, November 14, 2020 at the Elim Evangelical Church, however, those that would like to join in the procession... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Defeated in Second Round of Region 1A Volleyball
Milbank Area Volleyball November 12, 2020 0
The Lady Bulldogs’ volleyball season came to an end with a 3-0 loss to Redfield in the semi-final round of the Region 1A tournament on Thursday, November 5. Milbank finished the season with a 2-17 record.“I am proud of the team for the way they finished the season,” stated the Lady... Read more
Novice Debate and Oral Interp Teams Compete Virtually
Local News November 12, 2020 0
Three novice debate teams have started their 2020 season. All tournaments are held via Zoom. Coach Kathy Tyler says, “The advantage of this is the teams are able to attend more novice tournaments, including tournaments just for novice teams that are put on by larger schools.” This year’s topic is:... Read more
Milbank veterans held their annual Veterans Day program at the Grant County Veterans Memorial on Wednesday, November 11. Originally called Armistice Day, it was the 101st National celebration of its kind to honor men and women who have served or are actively serving in the military. This year, vehicles lined Dexter Avenue and the... Read more
Viola Zadow
Obituaries November 11, 2020 0
Viola Zadow, age 98, of Milbank, SD, passed away on November 11, 2020, at St. William’s Care Center in Milbank. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 16, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank. Visitation will be held one hour prior to... Read more
Bulldog Golf Team Highlights Season at Award Meeting
Milbank Area Golf November 10, 2020 0
The Bulldogs’ boys golf team conducted a season-end awards meeting via Zoom to wrap up their 2020 season. Head coach Mark Keeton said, “I thought we made some big strides this year in spite of everything going on. Our team scores were much better compared to 2019. Last year, we did... Read more
Milbank High School First Quarter Honor Roll Released
Local News November 10, 2020 0
PERFECTION 4.0 FRESHMEN: James Batchelor, Nick Fonder, Aubrey Fraasch, Trey Gloe, Jayden Johnson, Hope Karels, Bridget Korstjens, Kaitlyn Krause, Maggie Kruger, Aiden Quintanilla, Kadence Rausch-Frank, Rylee Schlee, Nadia Thue, Isabella Vogel, Olivia Wendland, Stella Wendland, and Jaclyn Wiik. SOPHOMORES: Luis Berrones, Harley Davis, Averie Engebretson, Adelynn Farrell, Aidan... Read more
