St. Lawrence Christmas Program Honors Jesus’ Birth in the Country
Local News December 11, 2019 0
The St. Lawrence School presented their Christmas program on Wednesday, December 11, in the St. Lawrence gymnasium. This year’s theme highlighted Jesus’ humble birth in the country. The program was directed by Elizabeth Schulte, who was assisted by the entire St. Lawrence staff. Father Gary DeRouchey offered the welcome... Read more
The St. Williams Care Center hosted several activities to raise money for the Grant County Combined Appeal. The staff and vounteers raised $173 during a cookout, the soup and dessert event netted $220, and jean day on Fridays added $176 for a $569 total. Pictured: Sr. Janet Kosman, Sister... Read more
MHS Musicians Play in Honor Band
Local News December 10, 2019 0
The 29th Annual North Area Honor Band presented its finale concert on Saturday, December 7 at the Johnson Fine Arts Center on the campus of Northern State University in Aberdeen. Jerry Letcher of Aberdeen served as the guest conductor. Alaina Rausch of Milbank completed four years as an honor... Read more
South Dakota Adds Dual Tournament to State Wrestling Championships
Milbank Area Wrestling December 10, 2019 0
The South Dakota High School Activities Association will hold its traditional individual state tournament this year, but it will add a dual team championship tournament. The state dual tournament will run in conjunction with the state individual tournament over the course of a three-day period – Thursday through Saturday,... Read more
Technician Working to Fix Verizon Tower
Local News December 10, 2019 0
Verizon customers in the Milbank area have been experiencing service interruptions today. Verizon Wireless confirmed they are aware of the issue. An on site service technician has been working on the Verizon tower that serves their Milbank area customers. Read more
Brady Femling Selected as MHS November Student of the Month
Local News December 9, 2019 0
Senior Brady Femling has been selected as the November Student of the Month at Milbank High School. He is the son of Travis and Anne Lester. Brady is involved in Educators Rising and band, has helped coordinate school blood drives, and is a member of the cross country and... Read more
Engebretson Signs to Play College Volleyball for the Saints
Milbank Area Volleyball December 9, 2019 0
Jaecy Engebretson, a member of the MHS volleyball team, submitted a National Letter of Intent to attend Presentation College in Aberdeen and play volleyball next year. Engebretson signed the letter on December 2 as her family and coaches looked on. Engebretson is a four-year starter for the Lady Bulldogs.... Read more
MHS Wins Team Excellence Award at State Oral Interp Festival
Local News December 9, 2019 0
The MHS Oral Interp team received the Team Excellence Award at the State Oral Interp Festival on December 6-7 at Yankton High School. Landon Brown and Peyten Wiese earned a superior in the duet division. Brown also garnered a superior in storytelling. According to Natasha Karels, head coach for... Read more
The Milbank Middle School bands and choirs present their annual Christmas concert on Thursday, December 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Milbank High School theater. Admission is free. Everyone is invited to attend. The sixth, seventh, and eighth grade choirs, under the direction of Miriam Schwenn, will perform Small... Read more
St. Lawrence School Christmas Program Scheduled for December 11
Local News December 8, 2019 0
The St. Lawrence School will present their Christmas program on Wednesday, December 11 at 1:30 and 7 p.m. in the St. Lawrence gymnasium. This year’s theme highlights Jesus’ humble birth in the country. The program is directed by Elizabeth Schulte, who will be assisted by the entire St. Lawrence... Read more
