Steffen to Join MHS Debaters at Nationals
Local News March 17, 2026 0
MHS senior Keira Steffen has qualified to compete at the 2026 National Speech & Debate Tournament. She will join her teammates, Tate Pew and Bri Hicks, who qualified on February 21. The group will attend the event in Richmond, Virginia, from June 14-19. Steffen earned her way by placing... Read more
Seven Milbank members of the Watertown Swim Club competed in South Dakota’s four-day State A championship races for 13-and-over swimmers. The meet was held from February 26 through March 1 at the Mitchell Recreation Center. Watertown swimmers as a team were the runners-up in both the boys and the... Read more
Doris Marso
Obituaries March 17, 2026 0
Doris Marso, 91, of Mitchell, SD, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Firesteel Healthcare Center in Mitchell, SD. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home in Milbank with a wake service beginning at 2:00 p.m.... Read more
Everett “Butch” Albrecht
Obituaries March 17, 2026 0
Everett “Butch” Albrecht, 87, of Milbank, SD, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Peaceful Pines in Milbank. No formal services will be held. Everett “Butch” Leo Albrecht was born on November 11, 1938, in the Antigo, Wisconsin, area to Walter Albrecht, Sr. and Lucille Neumeg. He attended... Read more
Arnie Wellnitz
Obituaries March 16, 2026 0
Arnold “Arnie” Wellnitz, 77, of Milbank, SD, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Avera Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls, SD. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Peace Lutheran Church in Milbank, SD. Visitation will be held on Thursday,... Read more
Roads Open, Drivers Urged to Watch for Drifting Snow
Local News March 15, 2026 0
State, county, and interstate roadways across the region reopened Sunday morning, March 15, but local officials are urging motorists to remain cautious as strong winds continue to impact travel. Grant County Emergency Management Director Kevin Schuelke announced at approximately 10:00 a.m. that travel routes are once again open following... Read more
I-29 and I-90 Closures Begin Tonight
Local News March 14, 2026 0
The South Dakota Department of Transportation has released the following information for travelers: I-29 from Watertown north to the North Dakota border will be closing at 9:00 pm (3-14).I-29 between Brookings and Watertown will be closing at 10:30 pm (3-14).I-29 from Brookings south to Sioux Falls will be closing... Read more
Kent Kamrath
Obituaries March 14, 2026 0
Kent Kamrath, 73, of Big Stone City, SD, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at his residence in Big Stone City. No formal services will be held per Kent’s wishes. Read more
The Milbank Ball Diamond Association received a $175,000 grant from First Bank & Trust and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines) through their Member Impact Fund. The presentation was made on March 6. “Baseball and softball play an important role in bringing our community... Read more
Milbank School Board Approves Resignations and New Hires
Local News March 12, 2026 0
The Milbank School District Board of Education conducted its regular meeting on Monday, March 9. Board members present: President Dick Schwandt, Amy Thue, Annelies Seffrood, Jon Christiansen, and Matt Trevett. The board approved several resignations: The board approved hiring: : Volunteer coaching positions were also approved for the upcoming... Read more
