Karels and Street Excel at Watertown Swim Meet
Milbank Area Swimming February 22, 2018 0
William Karels and Amaya Street earned personal best and state qualifying times at the Watertown Qualifying Swim Meet February 17-18. According to their coach, Jodi Street. “Both swimmers also had a significant time cut in an event they hadn’t competed in since December.” The two-day meet was their final... Read more
Red Cross Bloodmobile Needs Your Help
Local News February 22, 2018 0
The first American Red Cross Bloodmobile blood drive of 2018 is Tuesday, February 27, from noon to 6 p.m. at Unity Square. The goal is to collect 110 units. “Because the last blood drive was less than 110 days ago, we are working hard to fill the appointment slots,”... Read more
Milbank High School Career Day was held Wednesday, February 21. Traditionally for juniors and seniors, this year, freshman and sophomore students were given the opportunity to explore a variety of career paths. Local businesses showcased their industry and explained the skills, qualifications, and aptitudes needed for successful careers in... Read more
Debi Schliesman
Obituaries February 21, 2018 0
Debi R. Schliesman, age 64, of Irving, TX, died on February 17, 2018, in Carrolton, TX. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2018, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank, SD. Fr. Gary DeRouchey will be the celebrant. Burial will be... Read more
Five Bulldog Grapplers Punch Ticket to State
Milbank Area Wrestling February 21, 2018 0
Five Bulldog grapplers punched their ticket to the state Class A wrestling tournament slated for Friday and Saturday, February 23 and 24, at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls. Representing Milbank are Eli Fischer, Barrett Schneck, Kaden Krause, Alec Bien, and Tanner Kettwig. “I am happy and... Read more
Sophia Seffrood Selected February Student of the Month
Local News February 21, 2018 0
Sophia Seffrood, a senior at Milbank High School, was chosen as February Student of the Month. She is the daughter of John and Annelies Seffrood. Sophia is active in band, choir, student council, and FFA. She is also a member of the cross country and basketball teams. She enjoys... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Advance to Region Semi-Finals
Milbank Area Girls Basketball February 21, 2018 0
The Lady Bulldogs defeated Webster Area 64-44 in the opening round of the Region 1A basketball tournament Tuesday, February 20, at the Milbank Armory. The Bulldogs advance to semi-final action, and take on Redfield-Doland Thursday, February 22, on the road. The winner advances to the Sweet 16 tournament. “I... Read more
The Build a Better Cupcake workshop will be presented at the Grant County Public Library on Monday, February 26, at 6:30 p.m. The program is in conjunction with Build a Better World, the adult reading program underway at the library. Darcy Hupke of Milbank will lead the cupcake decoration.... Read more
Carl Anderson
Obituaries February 21, 2018 0
Carl V. Anderson, age 65, of Milbank, SD, passed away on February 20, 2018, at his residence. Family will be doing a service at a later date. Read more
Michael Keller
Obituaries February 20, 2018 1
Michael E. Keller age 65, of Milbank, SD, passed away on February 19, 2018, at Milbank Care And Rehabilitation Center. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, February 22, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church in Milbank. Rev. Tim Rynearson will officiate. Burial will be in the... Read more
