Henry Hank Prasnicki
Obituaries November 12, 2017 0
Hank Prasnicki, age 85 of rural Big Stone City died November 12, 2017, at Milbank Area Hospital – Avera Health. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 15 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank. Father Gary DeRouchey will officiate and burial will... Read more
Mary Bear
Obituaries November 12, 2017 0
Mary Margret Bear, age 81 of Ortonville, died Sunday, November 12, 2017, surrounded by her family. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s Catholic Church in Ortonville. Visitation and Rosary will be one hour prior to the service.... Read more
The Friends of the Grant County Public Library will welcome author Melissa G. Nelson on Monday, November 13, at 6:30 pm for an author talk. Melissa Nelson grew up on a dairy farm with nine older siblings and learned from a young age to find inspiration from living on... Read more
Veteran’s Day Program Set for Friday
Local News November 9, 2017 0
The annual Veterans Day program in Milbank is scheduled for Friday, November 10, at 11 a.m. in the Milbank High School Armory. The public is encouraged to attend. The program is made possible by members of the American Legion Post #9 and Auxiliary, VFW Post #3486 and Auxiliary, Disabled... Read more
Dale Lewis
Obituaries November 9, 2017 0
Dale Duane Lewis, age 88 of Shakopee, MN, passed away on November 9, 2017. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home in Milbank. Burial will be in the Milbank City Cemetery, with military honors. Visitation will be at... Read more
Miss Milbank to Be Crowned Saturday
Local News November 8, 2017 0
Ten girls take the stage this Saturday night during the annual Snow Queen Festival. The winner of the contest will be crowned Miss Milbank along with receiving a $500 scholarship. Two new scholarships of $250 and $150 will be awarded to the first runner-up and second runner-up, respectively. The... Read more
Thirty-two kindergarten girls entered the annual Snow Queen Festival in hopes of being named Little Miss Milbank. The contest takes place in the Milbank High School theatre on Saturday November 11 starting at 7 p.m. Koch School girls taking part in the event are: (Back l. to r.) Emma... Read more
Mavis Storry
Obituaries November 8, 2017 0
Mavis J. Storry, age 92, resident of Arlington Heights, IL, died on November 8, 2017. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, November 13, in Palatine, IL. Interment will be in Strandburg, SD on Wednesday, November 15, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Elmer Brinkman officiating at the graveside service.... Read more
Grant County 4-H’ers and Volunteers Win Year-End Awards
Local News November 7, 2017 0
The annual Grant County 4-H recognition event took place Sunday, November 5, at Milbank High School. Eight youth completed their 4-H career. Each year individuals, businesses or organizations are recognized for their contributions to the program. According to Sara Koepke, Grant County 4-H Youth Program Advisor, Friends of 4-H... Read more
Andrew Falk Earns Eagle Scout Rank
Local News November 7, 2017 0
Milbank High School senior, Andrew Falk, son of Wade and Jenn Falk, has earned his Eagle Scout rank and will be honored with a ceremony Saturday, November 11, at 6 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church in Milbank. The public is invited to attend. Andrew began his Eagle project... Read more
