Ella Peiker
Obituaries October 5, 2017 0
Ella Augusta Peiker, age 91, of Milbank, SD, died on October 5, 2017, at St. William’s Care Center. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 9, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church in Milbank. Rev. Bill Cornelius will officiate. Burial will be at Revillo City Cemetery.... Read more
Lynelle Dwyer has been named the Services Manager at the new Fairway View Town Center in Ortonville. She is responsible for running the General Store, Donnie’s Diner, and on-site catering. Dwyer says, “I have many ideas for the initial start-up and a vision for the future of our Town... Read more
Girls Tennis Team Heads to State Tourney
Milbank Area Tennis October 4, 2017 0
The MHS girls tennis season culminates at the 2017 StateTennis Tournament. The tournament takes place Thursday, October 5, through Saturday, October 7, in Sioux Falls. Senior Jodi DeVaal has a 3-14 record and plays at the No. 1 singles position. She teams up with freshman Halli Essington at No.... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Battle Deubrook
Milbank Area Volleyball October 4, 2017 0
The Lady Bulldogs fought hard and hung close, but were downed by Deubrook 3-0 in non-conference high school volleyball Tuesday, October 4, at the Milbank Armory. Deubrook, come to town with a 14-5 record. They counted wins against Arlington, Hamlin, and Sisseton – teams the Bulldogs also face. In... Read more
During October, the Grant County Public Library features Brain Builders, formerly known as the Junior Makers. Sara Koepke, Grant County 4-H Youth Advisor. She presents a program on Lego junkyard robotics. The program is designed for children ages 8-12. Brain Builders is Tuesday, October 10, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. The... Read more
Day 2 Wraps Up State Golf Tournament
Milbank Area Golf October 3, 2017 0
Milbank golfers, Conner VanVooren and Adam Thomas, completed the 2017 State Class A High School Boys Golf Tournament with solid scores today, Tuesday, October 3. VanVooren tied for 28th place with his two-day score of 179. He shot an 88 (42-46) the first day and a 91 today (43-48).... Read more
MHS Band Earns Gold at Gypsy Days
Local News October 3, 2017 0
The MHS Band received a gold rating at the 2017 Gypsy Days in Aberdeen Saturday, September 30. The 115-member band was one of 13 schools to receive a gold rating. Five of the 20 participating bands received a silver rating, and one earned a bronze. Leading the band were... Read more
Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce Elects New Board Members
Local News October 2, 2017 0
The Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual meeting September 28. They adopted the theme Do Great Things for the coming year. Three awards were given to chamber businesses for their dedication and commitment. Valley Office Products was named the Small Business of the Year. Valley Queen Cheese... Read more
Snow Queen Contest Offers Senior Girls More Scholarship Money
Local News October 2, 2017 0
All local senior girls are invited to experience the tradition of the Milbank Snow Queen contest. The event, held November 11, will be the first Festival sponsored by The Valley Express. “The Snow Queen Festival is a fantastic opportunity for girls in our community to gain invaluable experience while... Read more
State A Golf Tournament Day One Update
Milbank Area Golf October 2, 2017 0
Day one of the 2017 State Class A High School Boys Golf Tournament in Dell Rapids is complete. Milbank’s Conner VanVooren shot an 88. He fired in a 42 on the front nine and a 46 on the back. He sits tied for 32nd place. Adam Thomas is tied... Read more
