My apologies for not writing last week. This has been a busy but rewarding week.  Two of the bills I sponsored successfully passed out of committee and were debated on the House Floor. The bill I am carrying on behalf of our veterans passed 13-0 in committee and 68-0 on... Read more

The Milbank Area Lady Bulldogs used their tough defense to stick close to the Warner Monarchs through three quarters, but struggling to put the game away as they fell 40-28 Tuesday, January 26, in a road contest. Milbank Area dropped to 3-10 on the season with the loss. The Lady... Read more

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jason Veen of Milbank retired from the South Dakota Army National Guard December 15, 2015, with 20 years of military service. Veen served with the 740th Transportation Company in Milbank as a team leader, a position he’s held since 2008. Veen began his military career in... Read more

Nine shooters will advance to the Knights of Columbus state free throw contest after winning the top spot at the local competition Sunday, January 17, at the St. Lawrence School gym. The district event is slated for Sunday, February 7, at the new middle school in Watertown. Winners in three... Read more

The Millstone Family Restaurant re-opened its doors this morning at 5:30 a.m. with the owners and employees greeting customers with hot coffee and happy-to-be-back smiles. After being closed for just over two weeks, the business is vibrant and full of life following a complete remodel of its interior. “We have been wanting... Read more

Ethel G. Leavitt, age 93, of Milbank, died Monday, January 25, 2016, at the Golden Living Center. No funeral services will be held. Read more

Steven Lester Folk, age 63, of Sioux Falls, and formerly of Milbank, died January 24, 2016, at his residence. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 30 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank with Father Gary DeRouchey celebrating the Mass. Visitation will be... 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 cooperative... Read more

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. “We... Read more

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 at... Read more