Lady Bulldogs Put Cyclones in a Spin
Milbank Area Volleyball September 23, 2019 0
The Lady Bulldogs came back from a first set loss to secure a 3-1 victory over the Clark-Willow Lake Cyclones Thursday, September 19, in Clark. Milbank’s record moves to 4-6 with the win. “Amy Nelson didn’t play due to an ankle sprain,” said head coach Nancy Hoeke. “So, we... Read more
Bagaus Brothers and Band Inducted Into SD Country Music Hall of Fame
Local News September 22, 2019 0
On September 14, the Suns of the West, a country band created by Neil and Terry Bagaus formerly of Milbank, was inducted into the South Dakota Country Music Hall of Fame. The brothers, their sister, Marcie, and 14 other band members entered the Hall of Fame as a group.... Read more
Dawgs Chew Up the Tigers
Milbank Area Football September 22, 2019 0
The Milbank Bulldogs shut out the Groton Area Tigers at Groton’s Homecoming with a 17-0 victory on Friday, September 20. The win improves the Bulldogs’ record to 2-3. Defense was key to the win for the Dawgs, according to head coach Adolph Shepardson. The defense forced a goal-line fumble... Read more
Hazelle Larson
Obituaries September 22, 2019 0
With dignity and grace, Hazelle D. Larson, age 99, of Wilmot, SD, went home to our Lord on Saturday, September 21, 2019, at Jenkins Living Center in Watertown, SD. She was the widow of Olvin Larson. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 26, 2019, at 2:00 p.m.... Read more
Ruth Modin
Obituaries September 21, 2019 1
Ruth Modin, age 98, of Milbank, SD, died on September 19, 2019, at St. William’s Care Center in Milbank. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. at Living Word Lutheran Church in Milbank. Pastor Kent Groethe will officiate, and burial will be at... Read more
Bulldog Golfers Fight the Weather
Milbank Area Golf September 21, 2019 0
The Milbank boys’ golf team fought tough weather conditions at the Pheasant Invitational in Redfield on Tuesday, September 17. The Bulldogs finished fifth in the team standings with a score of 407. “I was very pleased with our score on a day when hitting the fairway was made extremely... Read more
Diane Barnes
Obituaries September 21, 2019 0
Diane Minnie (Gertsema) Barnes, age 73 of Milbank, died on September 20, 2019, at Milbank Area Hospital – Avera Health. Diane’s family will host a Celebration of Diane’s Life on Saturday, September 28, from 3 – 5 p.m. at the Milbank VFW. All relatives and friends are welcome. Diane... Read more
James Andersen
Obituaries September 20, 2019 0
James Andersen, age 82, of Milbank died on September 20, 2019, at St. William’s Care Center. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, September 26, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank. Father Gary DeRouchey will celebrate the Mass. Visitation will be held at... Read more
Milbank Makes Up Tennis Match With Montevideo
Milbank Area Tennis September 19, 2019 0
The Lady Bulldogs battled Montevideo, Minnesota, in a make-up road match on Monday, September 16. Milbank fell 2-5. According to Bulldog head coach Abbey Trapp, no individual results were available. Milbank will be back in action on Saturday, September 21. They take on Rapid City Stevens, Pierre, and Huron... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Defeat Waubay-Summit
Milbank Area Volleyball September 19, 2019 0
The Lady Bulldogs volleyball team took care of business at Waubay-Summit and returned with a 3-0 victory on Tuesday, September 17. Milbank’s record improved to 3-6. “Waubay-Summit struggled and had difficulty on defense,” said MHS coach Nancy Hoeke. “Our hitters kept them on their heels.” Milbank took nearly half... Read more
