Love books? Love reading books, talking about books, and maybe even just the smell of a new book? How about yummy cupcakes and the chance to spend the evening doing what you like – browsing books, flowers, clothes and more?  Does chatting with friends old and new about the novel... Read more

VFW Auxiliary Post 3486 of Milbank held its election of officers. Myrna Bell, who has served as the Auxiliary’s president for 17 years, stepped down, and Gloria Crist was selected as their new President.  Rhonda Preller was chosen to serve as the Senior Vice President. Brandi Haaven will be the... Read more

Lance Johnson, senior project manager at Valley Queen, is being honored this month for reaching a remarkable milestone — 30 years with the company and still going strong. To mark Lance’s 30th anniversary, Jon Rogers, director of communications at Valley Queen, said,  “Lance has been a steady, influential force behind... Read more

The third food giveaway of 2025, sponsored by the Grant County Christian Service Council and Feeding South Dakota, will be held on Wednesday, July 9, from 4-5 p.m.  The event will again be held in the Living Word Church parking lot on the north end of Milbank on Hwy.15.  This... Read more

Independence Day is just around the corner! Along with America’s independence, 203 Realty is celebrating the first anniversary of their own independence. Last summer, the business, owned for 14 years by Denice Hooth, changed their name from EXIT Realty, when they… well…exited the EXIT franchise to become an independently-owned real... Read more

Over 25 teams vied for the title of champion cornholers at Farley Fest in Milbank on Saturday, June 21. Thomas Lee of Waubay and Ryan German of Peever were cobviously the best players there. They won first place and an amaizing $320.  Prize-Winning Cornhole TeamsFirst place $320 – Lee/German*Thomas Lee... Read more

Fernando’s Rib Company was crowned the Grand Champion at Q-Fest on Saturday June 21, during Farley Fest 2025 in Mibank. Fernando’s brought home the bacon in the form of an $1100 prize. The team also took first place in the Pork Butt and the Pork Spare Ribs competitions to add... Read more

It’s Farley Fest – now through Sunday, June 22. Find 1000 things to see and do and eat!  It’s your chance to try something different for lunch or dinner and shop for unique gifts and artisan items. Catch some amazing concerts and shows. Choose from 50+ vendors! Something for everyone!... Read more

Feeling like some music this weekend? You’re in luck! Farley Fest is finally here. Start your Friday night out right vibing to the sounds of My Monday Regret. My Monday Regret – a hometown favorite –  will play from 7-11 p.m. on Friday. June 21. Tickets are Free, courtesy of... Read more

The Big Stone Sheriff reports the Big Stone Lake area received up to 7.6 inches of rain yesterday June 12 and during the early morning hours of June 13. The rain is causing widespread flooding and some travel disruptions. Sheriff Mark Brown cautions that boats on lifts are likely to... Read more