Cody Kasuske was awarded a new fishing lure as the winner in the Jimmy Gesswein Reel Fisherman Contest. Cody, caught this Large Mouth Bass on Big Stone Lake. You could be the next winner! Send photos of your latest catch to: news@thevalleyexpress.com Read more
Edward Naab
Obituaries September 3, 2018 0
Edward Naab, age 81, of Graceville, died September 2, 2018, at Grace Home in Graceville, MN. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 5, 2018, at 2pm at Grace Home in Graceville. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services on Wednesday. Pastor Lynn Thomas will officiate... Read more
Meredith Cherry Rides for Domestic Violence
Local News September 2, 2018 0
Some things are best left between a girl and her horse, and some things need to be shouted to the world. Meredith Cherry believes domestic violence is one of the things everyone needs to hear about. Cherry and her horse, Apollo, are riding across the lower 48 states in... Read more
With God all things are possible, so perhaps finding Big Foot and God in the same place isn’t so strange. It seemed to make perfect sense to over 2000 people of all ages who attended the LifeLight festival on Saturday, August 25, at Lake Farley in Milbank. Volunteers who... Read more
Dorothy Doschadis
Obituaries September 2, 2018 0
Dorothy Doschadis, age 83, of Wilmot, died August 31, 2018, at Wilmot Care Center. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 6, 2018, at 10:30 am the Wilmot Lutheran Church. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 5, 2018, from 5 to 7 pm and will continue one... Read more
Cruise Big Stone Lake on a Pontoon
Local News August 30, 2018 0
Want to cruise around Big Stone Lake and enjoy the view or land a nice walleye? If you are a senior, a veteran, or have a disability, you might think that’s impossible. Big Stone Lake Fish & Ride makes it possible! The non-profit started in 2005 and was formerly... Read more
MHS Tennis Team Suffers Losses to Aberdeen
Milbank Area Tennis August 29, 2018 0
The Lady Bulldogs tennis team traveled to Aberdeen on August 28, to take on two Aberdeen schools. “It was tough going…they have solid players throughout their entire lineup. They outplayed us today with greater consistency along with decent pace, and placed the ball in uncomfortable (for us) spots on... Read more
Thrivent Financial of Milbank took first place in the 13th Annual Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament for the second year in a row, on August 20, at Pine Hills Golf Course. The winning team shot a 58 in the 18-hole scramble. Team members were Dave Forrette, Jerry... Read more
Over 1000 Enrolled in Milbank School District
Local News August 28, 2018 0
Superintendent Tim Graf reports total enrollment this year in the Milbank School District tops 1000 students. In kindergarten through 12th grade, there are 989 students and an additional 17 Bulldogs attend preschool. Graf said, “It breaks down to 429 elementary students, 236 at the middle school, and 324 at... Read more
Kettwig Resigns as Milbank City Administrator
Local News August 28, 2018 0
The Milbank City Council met in regular session on Monday, August 27. Following the meeting, the council held an executive session. A motion was made, seconded, and passed 4-0 ( Councilmen Hoeke and Hanson were absent) to accept the resignation of Jason Kettwig as administrator for the City of Milbank. Kettwig is expected to leave the position... Read more
