Douglas “Doug” Leger, age 70, of Ortonville, MN, went to be pain-free in Jesus’ arms on Sunday, September 17, 2023, after a challenging few months with his health. Memorial services will be held on Friday, September 22, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Abiding Faith Lutheran Church in Ortonville. Visitation will... Read more

Leland Schwandt, age 89, of Milbank, SD, formerly of Wilmot, passed away on September 18, 2023, in Milbank, SD. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 22, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Corona. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 21, from 5:00 p.m. until... Read more

The Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual meeting and member mixer on Tuesday September 26, at the Big Stone Legion.  All Chamber business owners, managers, and their spouses or significant others are invited.  The social hour starts at 5:30 p.m. and dinner, featuring a taco bar, begins... Read more

Raul Berrones Pedraza and Nadia Thue were crowned the 2023 MHS Homecoming Queen and King at Coronation held tonight, Monday, September 18. Nadia is the daughter of  Chad and Amy Thue. Raul is the son of Lorena Pedraza and Luis Berrones. Camryn Wiese, the 2022 Homeoming Queen, returned to crown the duo.... Read more

The Lady Bulldogs tennis team hosted Rapid City Christian on September 15. Milbank took the loss at 8-1. Playing at No. 4 in the singles round, Amelia Pederson put up the only point for Milbank. She defeated Monica Whitman 6-4 and 6-1. Hope Karels battled with Riley Geyer in the... Read more

The Milbank Area Retired Teachers-Personnel Association (MARTA) will hold their monthly meeting at Abbey of the Hills at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 21.  A tour of the facility will be offered and lunch will follow. The gift shop will be open for browsing or purchasing items after lunch.  The cost is... Read more

Milbank Fire and Rescue was dispatched to the Milt Stengel farm in rural Milbank at 2:15 p.m. on September 13. Upon arrival, the team found a hayshed completely engulfed in flames and with its roof collapsed. The shed contained approximately 300-325 square bales.  According to Milbank Fire Chief David Giesen, firefighters... Read more

Milbank’s 2023 Homecoming will be celebrated September 18–22. The theme is Olympics — Go for the Gold! Coronation will be held on Monday, September 18, at 7:30 p.m. in the Milbank Armory. Admission is $2 for first graders and up. Activity passes will not be accepted. The senior class nominated the royalty... Read more

Anne Schulte, age 60, of Milbank, SD, passed away on September 8, 2023, in Fargo, ND. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. at Central Church in Milbank. Pastor Thom Bowsher and Levi Wadell will officiate. Visitation will be held at the church on... Read more

It’s not too late to get fresh eggs for your breakfast, fresh veggies for your salads, and fresh flowers to perk up your whole house. The Milbank Farmers Market will be open on Tuesday, September 12.  Stop by from 3-6 p.m. at Flynn Park — just off Highway 12 and behind the... Read more