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

The Milbank FFA Floriculture team captured first place during the 88th Annual South Dakota State FFA Convention held in Brookings on the campus of South Dakota State University April 10-12. The team of Kimberly Aburto, Maddie Liebe, Korinne Roggenbuck, and Tera Hanson will represent South Dakota and the Milbank chapter... Read more

St. Lawrence School students, staff, parents, and members of the community gathered outside the school this morning to pray a special Rosary to celebrate the birthday of former St. Lawrence teacher, Louisa Wiessenfluh. Mrs. Wiessenfluh retired in May 2015. As the Rosary was recited, students released teal and white balloons with love... Read more