St. Williams is New Site for 60’s Plus Dining Program
St. Williams Care Center in Milbank will take over where Trevett’s Cafe left off – serving elderly folks hot, nutritious meals. The 60’s Plus Dining Program, run by Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership (ICAP), began serving meals today, Monday, February 6, at their new location. “Typically we have 12 people... Read more
Craig Morgan to Headline Lake Farley Country Concert
Top country singer and songwriter, Craig Morgan, has again been selected as the country concert artist for the 2017 Lake Farley Summer Event Series. Morgan takes the stage Saturday, July 22. The annual event is sponsored by the Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce. “We are super excited Craig has... Read more
Dorothy Brown

Dorothy Brown

Obituaries February 6, 2017 0

Dorothy Brown, 91, died on February 6, 2017, at Northridge Residence. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 25, at 1 p.m. at First Congregational United Church of Christ. Visitation will be at the church one hour prior to the service. Dorothy Gene Brown was born December 2,... Read more
Thomas Mack

Thomas Mack

Obituaries February 5, 2017 0

Thomas Mack, age 66 of Big Stone City died February 4, 2017, at his residence. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 11 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John’s Catholic in Ortonville. Father Brian Oestreich will officiate. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 10 from... Read more
Bulldogs Wrap Up Dual Wrestling Season
The Milbank Bulldogs ended their dual wrestling season with a 41-33 loss to the Webster Bearcats Thursday, February 2, at the Milbank High School Armory. The Dawgs finish with a 11-8 dual record this season. Six seniors and their parents were recognized for their contribution to the team. Competing... Read more
Is the South Dakota National Guard for You?
Want to serve your country? Can’t make a full time commitment, but unsure what your options are? The South Dakota National Guard’s 740th Transportation Company of Milbank invites you to Guard Experience Night. Guard Experience Night is Monday, February 13, from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Milbank High... Read more
Dave Schaack Speaker of the Day
The Babbel-Ons Toastmasters Club met Thursday, February 2, at State Auto. Dana Junker served as the Toastmaster. Dave Schaack was Speaker of the Day. Schaack presented Project 4, Communication Change with the speech, Contests – Is it for us? Chelsy Baugh was the table topics master. The next meeting... Read more
Larry Hunt

Larry Hunt

Obituaries February 3, 2017 0

Larry Arnold Hunt, age 60, resident of Dawson, MN, died February 2, 2017, at Prairie Lakes Hospital in Watertown, SD. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 8 at 1:30 p.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home in Milbank. Rev. Eric Spickelmier will officiate the funeral with military honors and... Read more
No Se Hablar Ingles

No Se Hablar Ingles

Local News February 2, 2017 0

“I speak no English” is a phrase no longer needed by 28 students in the Milbank School District. “We have 28 students we are working with as English Language Learners,” stated Milbank Middle School Principal and Special Services Director Kris Evje. “Those numbers have gradually increased. We gained eight... Read more
Cummins Scores 18 Points in Bulldog Battle
Milbank Area lost the Battle of the Bulldogs to Madison in girls basketball January 31, on the road. The Lady Bulldogs stand at 9-7 for the season. The score was knotted up 16-16 at the end of the first quarter. Milbank Area stuck close to Madison in the second... Read more