Pauline Flones
Obituaries January 2, 2025 0
Pauline Flones, age 96, formerly of Ortley, SD, passed away on January 1, 2025, at Wilmot Care Center in Wilmot. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in South Shore. Pastor Ken Nelson will officiate and burial will... Read more
Ginny Novak
Obituaries December 31, 2024 0
Virginia “Ginny” Novak, age 97, of Ortonville, MN, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Fairway View Neighborhoods. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Odessa, MN. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service... Read more
Mary Lou Jarman
Obituaries December 30, 2024 0
Mary Lou Jarman, age 84, of Milbank, SD, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at St. William’s Care Center. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, January 3, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January... Read more
Terry Johannsen
Obituaries December 30, 2024 0
Terry Johannsen, age 89, of Wilmot, SD, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at his home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Wilmot Lutheran Church in Wilmot, SD. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 30, 2024, from 4:00 p.m.... Read more
Now Find Local and State Road Conditions on Updated 511
Local News December 30, 2024 0
Good news for travelers in South Dakota! Innovations to the SD511 system that already provides real-time travel information, including road conditions, closures, construction, incidents, weather forecasts, and roadway camera images just got better. The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) is partnering with counties and tribes to allow them... Read more
Donald McDonald
Obituaries December 26, 2024 0
Donald McDonald, age 47, of Ortonville, MN, formerly of Duluth, MN, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls, SD. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Rosemount VFW: 2625... Read more
Fire Damages Hanson Home
Local News December 26, 2024 0
Firefighters from the Milbank Fire and Rescue Department were dispatched to the Ryan and Bobbi Hanson home at 1010 S. 7th Street in Milbank at approximately 9:15 a.m. on Saturday, December 21. “Upon arrival, flames were visible above the kitchen area,” reported Milbank Fire Chief David Giesen. He said,... Read more
Miss Milbank 2025 Jericho Jones and everyone involved in The Valley Express 2024 Snow Queen Festival wish all of Milbank a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Jericho and Little Miss Milbank 2025 Hawley Kirchberg joined Santa and his reindeer at the Milbank Hospital Avera’s Holiday Magic. The... Read more
Bulldogs Take First in Class A at Brookings Bell Tourney
Local News December 24, 2024 0
The Milbank speech and debate team won the Class A sweepstakes trophy at the annual Brookings Bell Tournament held December 20-21. Attendees were encouraged to dress in holiday attire and to enjoy a photo booth, elf hunt, hot cocoa bar, and other festive touches offered during the tournament. Milbank... Read more
The private music studio of Susan Karels held a recital at Peaceful Pines on December 17. The young pianists shared traditional Christmas carols and songs. Musicians included:Submitted Photos: Front Row – Addison VanLith, Jose Sanchez, Sofia Cano, and Yanderyn Olivares Zuniga.Second Row – Abril Ayala Ramirez, Mrs. Karels, Darin... Read more
