Milbank’s Special Olympics basketball and cheerleading teams competed in the 2025 South Dakota State Tournament on March 29-30 in Mitchell. The Schoolers basketball team from Milbank took second place in their division. The competition included six teams in a round-robin bracket. Abbey Trapp, head coach for Milbank, commented, “They... Read more
OAHS to Install Permanent On-Site MRI Unit
Local News April 8, 2025 0
Ortonville Area Health Services (OAHS) is expanding its imaging services with the addition of a permanent, on-site MRI unit. The hospital says the new imaging equipment will significantly improve access to advanced diagnostic imaging for patients. Currently, OAHS relies on a mobile MRI truck that visits twice a week,... Read more
MHS prom goers will glide in a glorious glow this Saturday, April 5, at the 2025 Prom in Milbank. The Grand March starts at 8 p.m., when 63 couples will parade through the National Guard Armory that has been magically transformed with a Golden Hour theme. Doors open at... Read more
The City of Milbank thanks residents for assisting the Street Department in their snow removal efforts. Due to the continuing snowfall, they request all vehicles be kept off the streets and avenues until plowing is completed on Thursday, April 3. Read more
Milbank FFA Members Head to State
Local News April 2, 2025 0
Milbank High School will send 30 students, including seven teams, to the 2025 South Dakota State FFA Convention. The event is scheduled for April 3-5 in Brookings. District 1 FFA competitions held on March 25 in Milbank determined the qualifiers. FFA chapters in District 1 include Aberdeen Central, Clark,... Read more
Veronica Fonder of Milbank and Mya Heinje and Rhyanna Rudebusch of Wilmot will be among the 324 South Dakota FFA members who will receive their State degree at the 97th South Dakota State FFA Convention in Brookings on Friday, April 4. The State degree is the highest honor the... Read more
Employee Milestones Recognized at WVE Annual Meeting
Local News April 1, 2025 0
Mark Weber, Mike Trapp, Jason Soward and Marty Brown each received a Milestone Award during the 83rd Annual Membership Meeting of the Whetstone Valley Electric Cooperative held Thursday, March 27, at Milbank High School. Weber was recognized for 35 years of service, Trapp for 25 years, Soward for 10... Read more
Hwy 12 Crash Near Milbank Claims Life of Local Woman
Local News April 1, 2025 0
A spring snowstorm bringing treacherous road conditions contributed to a two-vehicle accident on Highway 12, two miles east of Milbank, this morning, April 1. A local woman died and another was seriously injured. According to the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, at 10:30 a.m, a 2007 Toyota Corolla... Read more
The City of Milbank has issued a Snow Alert! The alert becomes effective at 12:01 a.m. on April 1. Corey Hooth, Chief of Police for Milbank, said, “The alert will continue until the plowing of the streets is complete.” According to Hooth, due to the amount of snowfall expected,... Read more
Dexter Gets First 2025 Win to Jumpstart MHS Pole Vault Season
Milbank Area Cross Country March 30, 2025 1
Bulldog pole vaulters are getting a jump on spring sports with their first indoor meets of the season. Jacy Dexter, a junior, already has one championship under her belt. Dexter took first place in a field of 21 female athletes at the Fuller Invitational hosted by Northern State University... Read more
