Maxine “Cookie” Pew
Obituaries February 19, 2016 0
Maxine “Cookie” Pew, age 84, of Milbank, SD died Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Avera Prince of Peace in Sioux Falls, SD. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank with Father Gary DeRouchey celebrating... Read more
Implementing Juvenile Justice Reforms
Old Governor Dennis Daugaard February 19, 2016 0
Under the South Dakota Constitution, the governor is “responsible for the faithful execution of the law.” This is not something I take lightly. In my second term I have been especially focused on executing new reforms passed by our legislators – and not simply executing but executing well. Without... Read more
The Milbank fifth grade boys basketball team captured first place at the eight-team tournament in Benson, MN, Saturday, February 13. The locals won all four of their games for the day. They defeated Benson, BBE and Montevideo in pool play before downing KMS in the championship tilt. Team members... Read more
Week 6 Update
Old Jason Frerichs February 18, 2016 0
Greetings from our State Capitol as we are working through various pieces of legislation. All 105 legislators make the trip to Pierre with ideas from our home districts along with proposals that come from organizations. I enjoyed having the Langford Area senior government class recently visit the Capitol and... Read more
Dawgs Fall To Trojans In Hoops Rivalry
Milbank Area Boys Basketball February 17, 2016 0
The Milbank Area Bulldogs battled hard but fell to its rival across the state line. On Tuesday, February 16, in a double header boys basketball game Milbank Area dropped 63-45 to the Ortonville Trojans. The Dawgs fell to 5-13 on the season. In the Minnesota format, the Dawgs trailed 37-20 at the... Read more
Milbank Debaters Capture A Tiger
Local News February 17, 2016 0
The Milbank High School speech and debate team captured second place in the small schools sweepstakes at the Rushmore Challenge in Harrisburg Friday, February 12. The team was awarded a stuffed tiger for a trophy. Senior Rebekah Tuchscherer led the team with an undefeated record in Lincoln-Douglas debate. Other students... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Remain Positive Despite Setbacks
Milbank Area Girls Basketball February 17, 2016 0
The Milbank Area Lady Bulldogs high school basketball team has battled adversity this season but maintains a positive attitude as they suffered a close 61-56 loss to the Ortonville Trojans Tuesday, February 16, on the road. Milbank Area holds a 5-14 record with one regular season game remaining. The... Read more
St. William’s Care Center crowned its Valentines Day king and queen on Friday, February 12. Delmer Cardwell was chosen as king and Marjorie Parker was adorned with the queen’s crown. Entertainment throughout the day was provided by Jim Christenson and Leon Eisenschenk. Golden Living Center held its party on... Read more
Rounds Looking for South Dakotans to Join Him in Hosting Community Conversations Across the State
Old Senator Mike Rounds February 16, 2016 0
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R- S.D.) today announced his Community Conversations program in which he will travel the state visiting with various communities. Community Conversations will allow Rounds to hear firsthand from local leaders, constituents and business owners to better understand their local interests and concerns. “Strong,... Read more
Bands Announced For Lake Farley Summer Concerts
Local News February 16, 2016 0
Country singer and songwriter Craig Morgan headlines the country concert Friday, July 15, for Lake Farley Summer Event Series 2016. Morgan’s hit Almost Home put him on the map in 2002. His additional hits include: Redneck Yacht Club, International Harvester, More Trucks Than Cars, Tough, This Ole Boy, and Little... Read more
