St. William’s Care Center in Milbank has closed its doors for the next 30 days. According to Karen Russman, director of nursing at St. William’s, “None of the residents are showing symptoms of the coronavirus. Dr. Denna has imposed the ban as a preventative measure tor the safety of... Read more
The Milbank Bulldogs suffered a tough 70-54 loss to Sioux Falls Christian in the SoDak 16 round of high school boys basketball Tuesday, March 10, in Madison. The Dawgs end their season with a 14-9 overall record. “I thought we came out and executed the game plan to perfection,”... Read more
Young Grapplers Advance to Region Tournament
Milbank Area Wrestling March 11, 2020 0
These wrestlers from the Milbank Youth Wrestling program placed in the top eight of the District 7 AAU wrestling tournament in Hayti on Saturday, March 7, and advance to the Region 4 tournament slated for Saturday, March 14, in Brookings: Top eight finishers at the district tournament include: Tots 1 st... Read more
Bulldogs Falter in SoDak 16 Matchup
Milbank Area Boys Basketball March 10, 2020 0
The Milbank Bulldogs were defeated by Sioux Falls Christian Chargers in the SoDak 16 in Madison on Tuesday, March 10. The score was tied 25-25 at halftime, but the Bulldogs could not hold off the Chargers in the second half. They took the loss at 70-54. Sioux Falls Christian... Read more
John Forman, administrator for the City of Milbank, reports on the final stage of the street project in downtown Milbank. He says, “J & J Contracting has informed us that next Monday, March 16, they intend to start reconstruction on the short piece of Main Street north of Railway... Read more
Daniel Chaloupka
Obituaries March 10, 2020 0
Daniel Chaloupka, age 59, of Wilmot, SD died on March 9, 2020, at Milbank Area Hospital – Avera Health, following a long battle with cancer. Memorial services will be held on Friday, March 13, at 2:00 p.m. at Wilmot Lutheran Church. Rev. Sheila Pohl will officiate and burial will... Read more
Adolph Shepardson resigned his position as the MHS Athletic Director, social studies and physical education teacher, and head coach of the Bulldog football team. Shepardson, who has been employed by the Milbank School District for three years, submitted his resignation at the school board meeting on Monday, March 9.... Read more
Three Milbank eighth graders participated in the 21st Annual SDMEA Middle School All-State Band Festival held March 6 -7 at the Mitchell High School Performing Arts Center. Rachel Schulte played the clarinet and Joe Schulte played the euphonium in the Festival Band. Hope Karels played the bass clarinet in... Read more
The Milbank Lady Bulldogs ended their season with a 51-37 loss to Sisseton in the opening round of the Region 1A high school girls basketball tournament Monday, March 2, in Sisseton. The locals wrap up the year with a 4-17 overall record. “Offensively, we started the game strong,” stated... Read more
Elijah Fraasch, MHS senior and member of the Watertown Area Swim Club, attained sectional-qualifying times in the 50-meter and 100-meter freestyle events during the 2020 South Dakota State Swimming Championships in Watertown held February 27 through March 1. His times earned him a spot in the SPEEDO Sectionals at... Read more
