Milbank FFA Wins Silver At Nationals
Local News October 26, 2016 0
The Milbank FFA Chapter earned a Silver, by winning 18th place, at the National FFA Floriculture Career Development Event (CDE). The 89th National FFA Convention was held in Indianapolis from October 19 through October 22. The team members, all placing silver, were: Tera Hanson, Kimberlly Aburto, Maddie Liebe, Korinne... Read more
The holidays are fast approaching and with that means the stress and planning of a Thanksgiving or Christmas meal. Grant County Christian Service Council, Interlakes Community Action Partnership and the Grant County Food Pantry are now accepting applications for free holiday food boxes for families in need and unable... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Win VB Conference Title
Milbank Area Volleyball October 26, 2016 0
The MHS Lady Bulldogs volleyball team captured the Northeast Conference title with a 3-2 comeback victory over the Groton Area Tigers October 24, in the Milbank Armory. Milbank Area finished the regular season with a 17-6 record and a 10-0 record in the conference. In the first two sets,... Read more
Milbank Area Travels To Madison For First Round Football Playoffs
Milbank Area Football October 25, 2016 0
The number six-seeded Milbank Area Bulldogs drew the number three-seeded Madison Bulldogs for the first round of the Class 11A football playoffs. The two teams will go head-to-head for a rematch in the final regular season game. “It’s disheartening to lose the last game of the regular season and... Read more
Two MHS mixed quartets have been selected to join nearly 1,000 voices and a full symphony orchestra at South Dakota’s All-State Chorus and Orchestra on Saturday, October 29. The Sioux Falls Premier Center will serve as the rehearsal and performance venue. The Grand Concert will be broadcast live Saturday... Read more
It’s almost Halloween. Time for tricks and treats! The Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce and Milbank Fire Department know witch way to go for treats. The Chamber will host its annual Treat Street from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Main Street in Milbank. “All businesses are welcome to participate,... Read more
Bulldog Runners Find Success At State Cross Country Meet
Milbank Area Cross Country October 24, 2016 0
The Lady Bulldogs cross country team went the distance at the 2016 State Class A meet in Huron on October 22. The girls finished in eleventh place with 182 points. Custer was crowned the Class A champion. They had 62 points. “The girls’ 11th place finish is the highest... Read more
Girls Tennis Team Presented With Season Awards
Milbank Area Tennis October 24, 2016 0
The Lady Bulldogs tennis season ended with its annual awards potluck October 18, at the high school. Head coach, Jim Dahl, presented the awards. Senior Paige Johnson was named to the Academic All-State team. To receive this award a player must be a senior, have participated in the sport... Read more
Community Transit Explains Future Growth To County Commissioners
Local News October 24, 2016 0
The Grant County Commissioners met for their regular monthly meeting October 18, at the Grant County Courthouse. Bill Tostenson, driver for the Community Transit, and Bobbie Bohlen, Executive Director of the Grant County Development Corporation, addressed the board. Tostenson thanked the commissioners for their continual support and outlined future... Read more
Parent-Teacher Conferences – Tuesday and Wednesday
Local News October 24, 2016 0
Parent-Teacher conferences for the Milbank School District are scheduled for Tuesday, October 25, from 2:30 to 7 p.m. and Wednesday, October 26, from 2:30 to 6 p.m. Students will be released early both days. Koch School students will be dismissed at 1:15 p.m. St. Lawrence students will be released... Read more
