Whetstone Valley Electric Coop Rates to Rise February 1
Local News January 22, 2017 0
Whetstone Valley Electric Cooperative finalized its 2017 budget and announced rates will go up February 1. “In order to meet our obligations and maintain financial stability, we are planning rate increases in all of our rate classes,” stated WVEC General Manager Dave Page. “The changes are calculated to produce... Read more
Four hoopsters took the top spots at the local Knights of Columbus free throw competition on January 15, at St. Lawrence School. They advance to the Knights of Columbus district contest slated for Sunday, February 5, at 1:30 p.m. at the new middle school in Watertown. Local winners include:... Read more
Bulldog Cagers Step Up Their Game
Milbank Area Boys Basketball January 22, 2017 0
The Milbank Area Bulldogs played a solid game and were rewarded with a 60-51 victory over the Hamlin Chargers January 19, on the road. The Dawgs improved to 5-7 for the season. Milbank Area started out hot and held a 19-15 advantage at the end of the opening quarter.... Read more
Commissioners Approve Purchase Of New Vehicle For Sheriff’s Department
Local News January 22, 2017 0
The Grant County Commissioners approved the purchase of a new vehicle for the Grant County Sheriff’s Department during their regular meeting on January 17. A 2017 Ford Interceptor SUV will be purchased from Land Motors in Pierre for $29,542. Money was also allocated for building repairs for the sheriff’s... Read more
MHS Career Day is Wednesday, February 15, from 10 a.m. to noon and is designed to inspire both students and speakers. On one hand, it exposes students to different occupations. On the other hand, Milbank area businesses can showcase their work, their journey to becoming a professional, and meet... Read more
SZ Entertainment: La La Land
SZ Entertainment January 22, 2017 0
Milbank Native Sean Zimny reviews the hit new musical, LA LA LAND! La La Land, a blockbuster, is directed by Damien Chazelle and stars Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. Read more
Alfred’s Cafe Opens in New Hospital
CommunityUncategorized January 20, 2017 3
Alfred’s Cafe opened its doors Wednesday, January 18. The cafe serves patrons seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the new Milbank healthcare campus. Everyone is welcome. There’s even free coffee all the time. The name recognizes two Alfreds -Alfred Gonzenbach and Alfred Nef -founders... Read more
Milbank Grapplers Win Dual Victories
Milbank Area Wrestling January 20, 2017 0
The Milbank Bulldogs captured two Northeast Conference dual victories during a quadrangular January 19, in Sisseton. Milbank rolled past Clark-Willow Lake 45-28 and edged out Sisseton 39-36. The Dawgs improved their dual record to 8-7. “The guys showed up and did their jobs,” stated Bulldog head coach Jeremy Tostenson.... Read more
Dean O’Farrell
Obituaries January 20, 2017 0
Dean O’Farrell, age 85 of Marvin died January 19, 2017, at his residence. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, January 24 at 10:30 a.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home in Milbank. Rev. John Hostettler will officiate. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Monday from 5 – 7... Read more
Brooke Fraasch Qualifies For State Gymnastics Meet
Milbank Area Gymnastics January 19, 2017 0
Milbank High School senior gymnast, Brooke Fraasch, earned a place in the individual competition of the State Class A gymnastics meet. She did so by meeting the in-season qualifying standards for the third time in both the all-around competition and the vault during the Deuel Invitational meet Tuesday, January... Read more
