Norbert Kelzer
Obituaries November 18, 2020 0
Norbert Kelzer, age 88, of Ortonville, MN, passed away on November 18, 2020, at Fairway View Senior Community in Ortonville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 23, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s Catholic Church in Ortonville. Visitation will be held on Sunday,... Read more
The third grade students in Mrs. Jena Schulte’s class wrote letters to the residents of Park Place Assisted Living Center in Milbank. Their intent was to help lift their spirits during the COVID-19 pandemic. “It was great letter writing practice,” stated Schulte. “Each student also created a picture for the residents... Read more
Hartman’s Family Foods Raises $1200 for Combined Appeal
Local News November 17, 2020 0
Here’s the latest “in-cider” news from Combined “Ap-peel”: Bob Hartman of Hartman’s Family Foods presented Craig Wellnitz with a check for $1200. This is the fifth year, the grocery store has held its gourmet caramel apple fundraiser and donated 100 percent of the proceeds to The Grant County Combined Appeal. Read more
MHS Tennis Team Holds Awards Banquet
Milbank Area Tennis November 17, 2020 0
The Lady Bulldogs tennis team capped its 2020 season with an awards banquet on Thursday, November 12, at the high school. Head coach Abbey Trapp presented Halli Essington and Jenna Johnson with senior awards for their contributions and years of dedication. Essington was named the most dedicated player, and Johnson was... Read more
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
