Fire Chief Schuelke Warns of Frozen Pipes
Local News January 2, 2018 0
Milbank Fire Chief Kevin Schuelke urges everyone to regularly check for any sign of frozen pipes during this cold winter weather. “We urge the public to check for ice buildup and plugged sewer vents and any signs that may indicate that sewer gases are not vented properly,” he said.... Read more
Bulldog Grapplers Place at Floyd Farrand Invite
Milbank Area Wrestling January 2, 2018 0
Three MHS wrestlers earned top awards at the Floyd Farrand Invitational wrestling meet at Sioux Falls Lincoln High School Friday and Saturday, December 29-30. Eli Fischer and Alec Bien were runners-up in their respective weight classes. Brodie Holtquist finished eighth at 170 pounds. Milbank finished 13th in the team... Read more
Nine violin students performed their Christmas recital on December 22, at the home of their instructor, Elizabeth Schulte. Showcasing their musical talents were: (Back l. to r.) Joe Schulte and Timon Esh. Third row: Rachel Schulte and Nicholas Fonder. Second row: Veronica Fonder, Karen Esh, and Krista Gingerich. Front:... Read more
Urban Stolpman
Obituaries January 2, 2018 0
Urban T. Stolpman, 97, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 29, 2017 in Kerrville, Texas. He was born on Oct. 10, 1920 in Rosen, MN to the late Theresa (Voight) and John Stoplman. He attended and received a degree from St. John’s University (1938-1942) and then joined... Read more
Helen Veen
Obituaries December 29, 2017 0
Helen Veen, age 87 of Revillo died December 29, 2017, at her residence. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Revillo. Rev. Nathan Neugebauer will officiate and burial will be in the LaBolt Cemetery. Visitation will be... Read more
Revillo Woman Dies From Exposure to Winter Weather
Local News December 28, 2017 0
On Saturday, December 23, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, the Revillo Fire Department, and local residents, conducted an extensive search for the driver of a vehicle involved in an accident. The search continued until dawn on Sunday, December 24, when the female driver was located by a citizen. Nina... Read more
Doris Wendland
Obituaries December 28, 2017 0
Doris Wendland, age 82, of Milbank died December 27, 2017, at St. William’s Care Center. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 30 at 2:00 p.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home, with Rev. Dave Tims officiating. Visitation will begin at noon on Saturday and continue until the time of service.... Read more
Brenda Powers
Obituaries December 27, 2017 0
Brenda J. Powers died on December 26, 2017, at Fairway View Neighborhoods. Services will be Saturday, December 30, at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church with Pastor Dennis O’Neill officiating. Visitation will take place on Friday, December 29, from 5-7 p.m. at Mundwiler and Larson Funeral Home in Ortonville, with a prayer... Read more
Dawgs Skin the Bearcats
Milbank Area Boys Basketball December 26, 2017 0
The Milbank Area Bulldogs dominated the Webster Bearcats, 78-49, on Webster’s home court December 21. The Dawgs evened their season record at 2-2. Milbank took charge of the game from the start and led 21-8 after the opening quarter of play. The Dawgs continued to perform at both ends... Read more
St. Lawrence Catholic School in Milbank collected 840 pairs of socks during Socks for the Soul. The drive gathered socks from December 4-18 in an effort to keep feet warm in Grant County this winter. The hosiery was donated to the Interlakes Community Action Partnership. “Socks are the number... Read more
