Milbank High School will hold senior financial aid night online this year, according to MHS counselor Heidi Wellnitz. The GoToMeeting takes place on Tuesday, October 20, from 6-7 p.m. Directions include: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/626745845You can also dial in using your phone.(For supported devices,... Read more
Marilyn Stotesbery
Obituaries October 13, 2020 0
Marilyn Stotesbery, age 70, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, at Essentia Health Fargo Hospital. Visitation will be on Sunday, October 18, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home – Moberg Chapel in Clinton. Inurnment will take place at Clinton City Cemetery at a later date.... Read more
National Farmer’s Day: The Valley Express Salutes Richard Will
Local News October 12, 2020 0
Today, October 12, is National Farmer’s Day. A day we honor all the dedicated, hardworking, and usually under-appreciated men and women who fill our grocery stores and stomachs. Although the Milbank area certainly has no shortage of outstanding examples, Richard Will epitomizes the Midwestern farmer. Richard has been farming his... Read more
Bob Meyer
Obituaries October 12, 2020 0
Robert “Bob” Meyer, age 82, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at Ortonville Area Health Service Hospital. A gathering of friends and family will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2020, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Mundwiler and Larson Funeral Home in Ortonville. A graveside service... Read more
Halli Essington is The Valley Express’s 2020 MVP of the Week
Local News October 12, 2020 0
Halli Essington, MHS senior and standout tennis player, is this week’s The Valley Express 2020 MVP. She is the daughter of Cindy and Kevin Essington.Halli concluded her high school tennis career last weekend by claiming the runner-up title at No. 1 singles at the South Dakota State Class A Tennis Tournament... Read more
Vera Hanson
Obituaries October 12, 2020 0
Vera Hanson, age 98, formerly of Clinton, MN, passed away on October 12, 2020, in Golden Valley, MN. Public visitation will be held from noon until 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at Elim Lutheran Church in Clinton. A private family service will follow and burial will be in... Read more
Parent-teacher conferences for the Milbank School District will be held on Monday, October 19, and Wednesday, October 21. Conferences will be held virtually through Zoom meetings. Conferences run from 2:30 – 7 p.m. on October 19, and 2:30 – 6 p.m. on the October 21. School will be dismissed at 1:30 p.m.... Read more
Peyten Wiese Selected as MHS Student of The Month
Local News October 8, 2020 0
Senior Peyten Wiese has been chosen as the MHS September Student of the Month. She is the daughter of Scott and Andrea Wiese. Peyten is involved in theater, oral interp, debate, band, and choir. She also serves as the vice president of the student council. Outside of school, Peyten participates... Read more
Attendance Policy Changed for MHS Sports
High School Sports October 8, 2020 0
MHS has moved to Tier 3 of the attendance policy for all athletic events. The change is effective immediately. During Tier 3, attendance is limited to PARENTS ONLY. According to Ryan Scoular, activities director for Milbank’s schools, the modification is due to the increase in active and new cases of COVID in Milbank. Read more
Krista Atyeo-Gortmaker Selected as New Director of The Grant County Development Corporation
Local News October 7, 2020 0
Krista Atyeo-Gortmaker begins her duties as the new executive director of the Grant County Development Corporation (GCDC) on October 12. She replaces Bobbie Bohlen, who served in the position for nine years. Atyeo-Gortmaker was formerly employed as the planning and zoning officer responsible for administering and enforcing zoning regulations in... Read more
