Grant County 4-H members formed an aquatic robotics team and designed and built an ROV (remotely operated vehicle). Members are: Benett Street, Marion Mischel, Noah Steinlicht, Dylan Bohn, Logan Meyer, William Karels, and Isaac Sousa. They are guided by 4-H Extension Educator Sara Koepke. The group is the first 4-H... Read more

Curt and Charlie Berkner grew up following their father, Jim, around his excavating business. Like most young boys, they couldn’t resist playing in the dirt. Now, 49 years later, they all continue to work side by side. The trio owns and operates Berkner Excavating & Gravel in Milbank. Jim calls... Read more

The 2016 4-H Bike Rodeo, which took place Thursday, May 26, was rated a huge success with 75 area youth taking part in the event. The event was made possible through the efforts of many individuals and local law enforcement officials. Four Junior Busy Bees 4-H members organized and publicized... Read more

Registrations are still being accepted for the 4-H Bike Rodeo slated for Thursday, May 26, at the 4-H grounds. “There are currently 55 students registered with a few more spots still available,” noted Susan Karels, mother of William Karels who is the chairman of the planning committee for the event.... Read more

The Grant County Christian Service Council will sponsor a Picnic in the Park every Wednesday this summer. Children of all ages can meet for a hot nutritious meal. “The council has been working on this project for nearly a year,” stated council member and organizer of the event, LeAnn Kuper.... Read more

The community of Milbank suffered a devastating loss when fire destroyed the Titan Machinery, on south Highway 15, last evening. Amidst the tragedy, manager Justin Berry and his 16 employees are still maintaining the high level of service for which they are known and keeping customers a top priority. “Our... Read more

Four Grant County 4-H youth members will host a Bike Rodeo/Safety Day Thursday, May 26, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Grant County 4-H Grounds. Registration will be from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Chairman William Karels, along with committee members Benett Street, Tatum Berry, and Hailey Hupke, will... Read more

Anna Mae (Mrs. Ken) Frost, age 72 of Milbank died April 25, 2016, at Milbank Area Hospital – Avera Health. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 29 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank. Father Gary DeRouchey will officiate and burial will be... Read more

All border water lakes will open for fishing Saturday, April 23. This includes Big Stone Lake. “The water temperature is around 55 degrees which should make for some great fishing,” stated Game, Fish and Parks Conservation Officer Jamie Pekelder. Walleyes are the predominate fish of Big Stone Lake, but anglers... Read more

Lou’s Greenhouse in Big Stone City will open its doors Friday. Haven’t shopped there? Well, you might be the only gardener who hasn’t. “From now until July, we often have 100-200 people choosing plants at one time in our greenhouses,” said owner Lou Brown. “We have 110 shopping carts and... Read more