GCDC Starts Housing Conversation
Local News March 29, 2016 0
Grant County Development Corporation (GCDC) will sponsor a Dakotafire Cafe conversation centered around housing in the local community. “Dakotafire Cafes intend to get people talking about the topic presented in the latest issue of Dakotafire magazine,” explained Bobbie Bohlen, director of GCDC. “The Cafe is a series of events... Read more
Wiik Announces Senate Bid
Local News March 28, 2016 0
District 4 Representative John Wiik, (R) Big Stone City, is launching a run for the South Dakota Senate for District 4. The first term Representative served on the House Commerce and Energy Committee, the House Taxation Committee, and is currently the Vice Chairman of the River Basin Natural Resource... Read more
Twyla Hinneberg
Obituaries March 28, 2016 0
Twyla Hinneberg, age 91, of Ortonville, Minnesota died on March 26, 2016. Funeral services will be held at First English Lutheran Church on Saturday, April 2, 2016, at 11 a.m. Rev. David Tonn will officiate and burial will be in Mound Cemetery. Visitation will be held Friday, April 1,... Read more
Marlow “Sam” Oltman
Obituaries March 28, 2016 0
Marlow “Sam” Oltman, age 73 of Milbank died March 27, 2016, at Rice Memorial Hospital, Willmar, MN. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 1 at 11:00 a.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home. Rev. Keith Bicknase will officiate. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday from 5... Read more
Rachel K. Amsden
Obituaries March 25, 2016 0
Rachel K. Amsden, age 93 of Milbank died March 24, 2016, at St. William’s Care Center in Milbank. Services will be held on Saturday, April 2, at 10:30 a.m. at Central United Methodist Church, Milbank. Rev. Dr. DeVern Schwenn and Rev. Melanie Reiners will officiate. Burial will be in... Read more
Kathleen Stotesbery
Obituaries March 24, 2016 0
Kathleen Stotesbery, age 90, of Graceville, MN, died Thursday, March 24, 2016, at Grace Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 30, 2016, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Graceville with Father David Breu officiating. Deb Farwell will be organist and Chris... Read more
Fatal Crash in Grant County
Local News March 23, 2016 0
MILBANK, S.D. – A 23-year-old male was killed Tuesday afternoon in a one-vehicle crash northwest of Milbank. The name of the victim is not being released pending notification of family. He was the driver and only occupant in the vehicle. A 2001 Ford Expedition was traveling west on 141st... Read more
Backpack Program Extends Services Into Summer
Local News March 23, 2016 0
The Milbank Area Backpack Program will extend into summer this year for the first time. “We invite people to take advantage of this opportunity just as they do during the school year,” stated coordinator Jenn Falk. “Even if we help one family, it’s a good thing.” A three-day supply... Read more
Easter is a time to reflect on the Crucifixion and celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is typically the most well-attended Sunday service of the year. Area churches hosting special services include: Central United Methodist Church Thursday, March 24 – Maundy Thursday service at 7 p.m. Friday, March... Read more
The Grant County 4-H Junior Leaders are sponsoring a Feed The Need food drive to help restock the Grant County Food Pantry. The drive continues until April 15. “4-H members serve their community doing service projects and make an impact by helping others,” stated drive organizer Krecia Leddy. Members... Read more
