Jason and Angie Ackerman of Milbank have purchased UPI Petroleum in Milbank. Their first day of business as the new owners was Monday, January 8. UPI offers fuel and propane services, fishing bait, and convenience items. Jason, who oversees the day-to-day operations of the business, says, “We are not making... Read more

The 70th Annual Grant County Farm and Home Show on January 12-13, showcased 27 crop entries and 197 home exhibits. Sara Koepke, advisor for the Grant County 4-H Youth Program, said, “There was an increase of 98 home exhibits from last year to this year. There was a decline in... Read more

Gwendolyn Oswood, age 64, resident of Big Stone City, SD, died on January 15, 2018 at Fairway View Neighborhoods in Ortonville after a long battle with Alzheimers. Funeral Services for Gwendolyn Oswood are scheduled for Saturday, January 20, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. at First English Lutheran Church in Ortonville, MN.... Read more

Milbank Area suffered a 64-46 loss to Clark-Willow Lake January 12, on the road. The Lady Bulldogs’ season record fell to 4-3. “It’s hard to win when you aren’t sharp, focused, and ready to play,” stated Brian Pauli, head coach for Milbank Area. “Clark-Willow Lake simply outplayed us and deserved... Read more

Gordon “Sam” Jarman, age 78, of Milbank, died January 14, 2018, at St. William’s Care Center. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at American Lutheran Church in Milbank, SD.  Rev. Bob Hansen and Rev. Sheila Pohl will officiate, and burial will be in... Read more

Glora Rohlfs, age 84 of Milbank died January 12, 2018, at her residence. Services for Glora will be held on Friday January 19, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Mundwiler Funeral Home in Milbank. Visitation will be Thursday, January 18th at Mundwiler Funeral Home from 5 – 7 p.m. Full Obituary... Read more

Joyce Doll, age 76 of Graceville died January 12, 2018, at Holy Trinity Hospital in Graceville. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, January 15 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Graceville. Father Brian Oestreich will celebrate the Mass and con-celebrants will be: Father Stan... Read more

The Milbank Area Bulldogs suffered a 49-20 loss to the Redfield-Doland Pheasants during a wrestling dual in Redfield on January 11. The Dawgs drop to 3-7 this season in duals. Securing wins for Milbank Area were: Eli Fischer, Kaden Krause, Alec Bien, Isaac Fischer, and Tanner Kettwig. Results from the... Read more

Boys and girls from age 9 to 14 are invited to line up for the local competition of the 2018 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship. The competition starts Sunday, January 21, at 1 p.m. in the St. Lawrence School gymnasium. Last year, more than 120,000 sharpshooters participated in over... Read more

Know a teacher who gives 110 percent? Do tell! Nominations for the 2017-2018 Milbank School District Teacher of the Year Award are now being accepted. The Milbank Teacher of the Year becomes eligible for the ESA and South Dakota Teacher of the Year award. “Giving recognition to our wonderful teachers... Read more