If it’s true, everything you need to know you learned in kindergarten, you probably learned it from Mrs. Scott. Many well-wishers attended the 95th birthday celebration in honor of Mrs. Mary Scott at an open house Sunday, January 24, at Park Place in Milbank. For 45 years, Mary taught... Read more
The Milbank Area Lady Bulldogs kept their composure and worked hard but suffered two losses recently to drop to 3-9 on the season. Milbank Area fell 57-35 to Hamlin Thursday, January 21, before suffering a 54-27 loss to West Central Saturday, January 23. The Lady Bulldogs hosted West Central... Read more
Maralyn Powlish
Obituaries January 25, 2016 0
Maralyn Powlish, age 88 of Graceville died January 25, 2016, at Essentia Health in Fargo, ND. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, January 29 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Graceville. Father David Breu will officiate and burial will be in the Consolidated... Read more
Well, that escalated quickly.
Old John Wiik January 25, 2016 0
Last year, my first year as a new legislator, I was told a lot about drinking from the fire hose. At first, I thought that was some way of scaring the new guy. They were doing their best to get my mind around what was about to happen, and they... Read more
Whetstone Valley Electric has changed the date for its 75th Annual Meeting from Thursday, March 24, to Thursday, March 31. The meeting will take place in the Milbank High School gymnasium beginning at 6:30 p.m. As previously announced, three positions are open on the Board of Directors for the... Read more
Snow Alert Issued for City of Milbank
Local News January 25, 2016 0
The City of Milbank has issued a snow alert for today, Monday, January 25. Plowing will begin at 12 noon. “Please remove all vehicles from the streets,” stated Police Chief Boyd VanVooren. “Vehicles left in the street will be ticketed.” Read more
Bulldog Grapplers Improve Dual Record
Milbank Area Wrestling January 23, 2016 0
The Milbank Bulldogs improved its dual wrestling record to 10-5 following two big wins over Sisseton and Deuel during a triangular Thursday, January 21, in Clear Lake. The Dawgs were a few grapplers down in the lineup because of illnesses, but battled to the end to secure the wins.... Read more
Suspect Apprehended In Stolen Vehicle Case
Local News January 22, 2016 0
The Milbank Police Department and Police Chief Boyd VanVooren announce an update on the stolen vehicle case that was reported earlier this week. A suspect was apprehended Thursday, January 21, after numerous calls and tips were received following the publishing of the report on The Valley Express. The suspect was arrested... Read more
Over the last several years, various states have been considering pension reform to address funding shortfalls. Some have looked at increasing employee contributions. Others have considered raising their retirement age or lowering benefits. Pennsylvania is now attempting to deal with $50 billion in unfunded pension obligations and a funded... Read more
The frigid temperatures experienced Friday and Saturday last week did not keep participants, spectators, or vendors from visiting the 68th annual Grant County Farm and Home Show. The annual Lego contest was a big hit according to Sara Koepke 4-H Youth Educator, with over 30 youth participating in the... Read more
