Lady Bulldogs Net Second Place at Madison Tournament
Milbank Area Tennis August 27, 2020 0
The Lady Bulldog tennis team earned second place at a singles-doubles tournament in Madison on Friday and Saturday, August 21-22. “The girls played amazing,” said Abbey Trapp, Milbank’s head coach. The eight-team singles tournament was held on Friday, August 21, and included teams from Rapid City Christian, Madison, Aberdeen Roncalli, Vermillion,... Read more
Bulldog Golfers Fight for Fourth at NEC Meet
Milbank Area Golf August 27, 2020 0
The MHS boys’ golf team shot a combined score of 398 at the Northeast Conference Tournament in Groton on Tuesday, August 25. The Bulldogs tied for fourth place along with Redfield. “I was pleased the boys were able to secure a team score under 400,” said head coach Mark Keeton. “We... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Pumped for 2020 Volleyball Season
Milbank Area Volleyball August 26, 2020 0
The Lady Bulldogs are preparing for their 2020 volleyball season and the 20th season with Nancy Hoeke as their head coach. Hoeke is assisted by Kelli Hoff, who begins her fourth year as a coach for Milbank and Nicole Berg who is starting season two. Seniors —Madi Thue, Jessica Van Peursem,... Read more
The MHS cross country teams set high goals this year, according to head coach Eric Townsend. Townsend, who begins his 20th season with the Bulldogs, says, “Both teams are looking to be crowned NEC and region team champions. We want to improve upon last year’s state team finishes.” In 2019, the... Read more
Bulldogs Win First Football Game of the Season
Milbank Area Football August 26, 2020 0
Brian Allmendinger, new head coach of the MHS football team, collected his first win with an 18-6 victory over Sisseton. The Bulldogs defeated the Redmen on Friday, August 21, on the road. “I was very pleased with how the team played,” said Allmendinger. “We played great defense, tackled well, and were... Read more
Bulldogs Host Annual Poet Golf Invitational
Milbank Area Golf August 26, 2020 0
The MHS boys’ golf team hosted the annual Poet Invitational on Thursday, August 20, at the Whetstone Creek Golf Course. Seventy-five golfers participated. “I thought the meet ran pretty smooth with that many golfers,” stated Mark Keeton, head coach of the Bulldogs. Milbank finished in sixth place in the team standings... Read more
Community Bible Study will start its 45th year on September 21. This is the first year, however, the group will not meet in person. All classes will be virtual. Classes will meet online each Monday at 7 p.m. Registration is now open. Sign up at milbankeve.cbs.org or by contacting Jolene Rick at... Read more
Want to join the Boy Scouts? Not sure what Boy Scouts or Cub Scouts is all about? Find out this Thursday, August 27, when the Milbank Area Scouts BSA (Boy Scouts of America) host their annual Scouts Kick-Off and registration night from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Lake Farley... Read more
355 Families Benefit from Local Food Giveaway
Local News August 24, 2020 0
Over 13,000 pounds of food were distributed to 355 families by 29 volunteers at the Grant County Christian Service Council’s food giveaway on August 19. The event was again held with the assistance of Feeding South Dakota, but all the food came from the USDA at no cost to the... Read more
Colleen Hegde
Obituaries August 24, 2020 0
Colleen Hegde, age 90, of Ortonville, MN, passed away on August 24, 2020, at Fairway View Neighborhoods. A visitation will be held on Sunday, August 30, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at Mundwiler and Larson Funeral Home in Ortonville. Inurnment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Big Stone City, SD. While maintaining... Read more
