Helen Breden
Obituaries August 17, 2018 0
Helen Danielson Breden, age 101, of Ortonville, died August 16, 2018, at Fairway View Neighborhoods in Ortonville, MN. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 22, 2018, at 11am at Abiding Faith Free Lutheran Church in Ortonville. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 21, 2018, from 5... Read more
Whetstone Valley Youth Football Kicks Off
CommunityMilbank Area Football August 16, 2018 0
The Whetstone Valley Youth Football team kicked off their season with a two-day mini camp. The camp ran Wednesday and Thursday evenings for any player wishing to get a feel for the sport or a start on the season. “The camp is a great way to introduce core fundamentals... Read more
Police Investigate Vandalism at Lake Farley Park
Local News August 16, 2018 0
The City of Milbank is considering adding a surveillance system to Lake Farley Park in response to recent acts of vandalism. The latest incident occurred during the night of August 14. “Senseless vandalism,” stated Milbank Police Chief Boyd VanVooren when asked about the damage to the ladies restroom at... Read more
Over 600 plates were served and 185 smoke detectors and four fire truck rides were given away during National Night Out at the Milbank Fire Hall on August 9. The brats and burgers were grilled by the Milbank Fire and Rescue team. The Fraternal Order of Police and Milbank... Read more
Crazy Days is back in Milbank. All day on Friday, August 17, downtown Milbank shops promise deals that are nuttier than a fruitcake! Participating businesses include: Country Closet Consignment, Guadalupe’s, Hartman’s Family Foods, Lewis Drug, Linda’s Fashion, Milbank Eyecare Center, Jay Elle Salon, Now & Then Boutique, Speedway, The... Read more
The Grant County Christian Service Council sponsored their annual Back to School event on August 8. Seventy-four families attended. About 165 students selected school supplies in preparation for the upcoming school year. Craig and Sarah Weinberg from VPD Photography Studio in Milbank donated an on-site photo shoot, and each... Read more
Pine Hills Golf Club Hosts Scramble
Local News August 15, 2018 0
Pine Hills Golf Course was the setting for the Fire in the Hole golf tournament. The annual three-lady scramble was held on August 10. First Place winners were Lori Tillma, Cassandra Coscia and Michelle Berens. Taking home second place was Deb Pierce, Michelle Harstad and Lisa Eisenschenk. Third Place... Read more
The Milbank Area Retired Teachers Association (MARTA) will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 16th at Pizza Ranch. Superintendent Tim Graf will be the featured speaker. No business meeting will be held. Read more
The Grant County Christian Service Council partners with Feeding South Dakota for a food giveaway Wednesday, August 15. The free food will be distributed at the Grant Co. 4-H Exhibit Building. The giveaway begins at 4:30 p.m. and continues until 6:00 p.m. or until the food is gone. Doors... Read more
Robert Gerriets
Obituaries August 12, 2018 0
Robert Gerriets, 39 of Milbank and formerly of Waubay, passed away on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 in a one car accident on I29 near South Shore. Memorial services will be at 10:30 A.M. Monday, August 13, 2018 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Waubay, Rev. Allie Smith will officiate.... Read more
