Stella Jacobson
Obituaries May 28, 2019 0
Stella Jacobson, age 96, resident of Clinton, MN, died on May 27, 2019, at Grace Home in Graceville, MN. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Clinton. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 31, from 5:00 –... Read more
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem released a statement on Tuesday, May 22 highlighting her request for a Presidential Disaster Declaration to help South Dakotans and local governmental entities recover from property damage sustained during the statewide winter weather and flooding this spring. Her request is for FEMA assistance to... Read more
Bill Schank
Obituaries May 22, 2019 0
William “Bill” Schank, age 94, resident of Milbank, SD, died on May 22, 2019, at St. William’s Care Center in Milbank. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank. Visitation will be held on... Read more
Fire and Rescue Announces Raffle Winners
Local News May 22, 2019 0
Fire Chief Kevin Schuelke announced the winners of Milbank Fire and Rescue’s annual raffle. Christopher Giesen won $300; Rusty Madsen, $250; Mary Brus, $200; Twin Valley Tire, $150; and Sydney Johnson, $100. Fire extinguishers were awarded to Daryl Wieting, Shirley Conraads, Noel White, Orville Hillbrands, and Stanley Street. In... Read more
Year-End Music Awards Presented at MHS
Local News May 21, 2019 0
The Milbank High School Music Department presented year-end music awards at the band and choir concert on May 14. Kimberly Van Sambeek won the John Phillip Sousa Award. The award, which originated in 1954, is the most prestigious award for high school band students. Recipients must demonstrate outstanding musicianship,... Read more
GCDC Annual Meeting Luncheon Set for May 23
Local News May 21, 2019 0
The Grant County Development Corporation will host their 2019 annual meeting at noon on Thursday, May 23 at the Milbank Visitor Center. The cost to attend the luncheon is $10. The meeting will consist of a review of 2018 and an outlook for the future. Anyone wishing to attend should... Read more
Violin and cello students of Elizabeth Schulte presented a spring recital on May 18 at Valley Baptist Church. Soloists, duets, and ensembles played a range of selections from folk songs and hymns to classical pieces. Musicians included: Front – (l to r.) Dakota Skye Tschetter, Fischer Hawley, Veronica Fonder,... Read more
The Milbank Area Bike Safety Committee, headed by Grant County 4-H member William Karels, continues to help protect young bikers through the Bike Helmet Incentive Program. How do you join? Just wear your helmet every time you bike. During their patrol, Milbank Police officers will give a coupon for... Read more
Geraldine Hansen
Obituaries May 21, 2019 0
Geraldine Hansen, age 96, of Milbank, SD, died Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at St. William’s Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 31, at American Lutheran Church in Milbank, SD, with Rev. Justin Neugebauer officiating. Visitation will take place on Thursday, May 30,... Read more
Ken Keller
Obituaries May 21, 2019 0
Kenneth “Ken” Keller, age 91, resident of Milbank, SD, died on May 19, 2019, at St. William’s Care Center. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 5, at 2:00 p.m. at American Lutheran Church in Milbank. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 4, from 5:00 p.m. to... Read more
