If you are a wolf or a tiger, an arrow seems like something you would try to avoid. If you are a Boy Scout, however, the Order of the Arrow is a lofty goal. Chris Loutsch joined Cub Scouts as a Wolf in second grade and his brother, Nathan, joined... Read more

The 2021 Whetstone Creek Invitational golf tournament took place on Saturday and Sunday, July 10 and 11, at Whetstone Creek Golf Course north of Milbank. According to Steve Hilbrands, manager of Whetstone Creek’s clubhouse, 36 two-person teams competed. Hilbrands says, “The number of teams that signed up stayed about the... Read more

The Milbank City Council met Monday, July 12, at the Milbank Visitors Center for their regular monthly meeting. Before the July meeting commenced, the council dealt with old business in a separate meeting which included the members who were on the board in June.  They approved the June council meeting... Read more

Can’t wait for hunting season to start? Archery is the latest trend to get you out in the field and keep you sharp. Plus, you can take the whole family. Archery is safe and surprisingly affordable, and at the newly constructed 28-station course and five-target practice range at Hartford Beach State Park... Read more

Both Milbank Bulldog Track and Field teams can point to 2021 as one of MHS’s most successful seasons in recent years. Their season stretches past graduation and the last day of school to the state meet. Now that the runners and their head coach, Eric Townsend, have had a chance to catch their breath, Coach... Read more

The changes to teen driver permits and rules brought about by 2020 Senate Bill 113 were suspended by South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem last year. The suspension ends on June 30 and the new rules take effect starting Thursday, July 1. The new rules apply to both existing and new learner’s... Read more

Delores Miller, age 89, of Detroit Lakes, formerly of Graceville, MN, passed away on June 22, 2021, at her home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, June 28, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Graceville. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June... Read more

Carol Bohlman, age 77, of Ortonville, MN, died on June 18, 2021. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at Grace Lutheran Church in Correll, MN. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be in the... Read more

The 2021 Milbank Area Chamber golf tournament is Open to everyone. You don’t need to be a Milbank Chamber member. You don’t even need to be a golfer! The 18-hole two-person tournament is set for June 4 with a 12:15 shot gun at the Whetstone Creek Golf Course north of... Read more

Whetstone Valley Strings students performed in a spring recital on Sunday, May 20, at Valley Baptist Church in Milbank. Meg Sholberg, guest violist from Ortonville, joined the group pieces and performed with Rosa and Anika Olson. Megan Tschetter was also a guest violinist.  Musicians recognized for their achievements included: Twinkle... Read more