St. William’s Care Center Closes For The Second Time Due to Illness
Local News February 17, 2020 0
“St. William’s Care Center in Milbank is officially closed again to all visitors except immediate family,” announced Karen Russman, the facility’s director of nursing. She cited Influenza A as the cause for the quarantine. This is the second time the care center has been closed in 2020 due to illness.... Read more
Ebsens Brew Up Dreams at New Coffee House
Local News February 16, 2020 0
Jacob and Alexandra Ebsen have opened a coffee shop in downtown Milbank called Simply Coffee. The name, they say, comes from the idea that they’re just simple people trying to do God’s work. Jacob says, “We love people and we love coffee.” They hope a comfy place to enjoy... Read more
Day 1: MHS Gymnastics Team Takes Fifth Place At State
Milbank Area Gymnastics February 15, 2020 0
The Lady Bulldogs gymnastics team took fifth place on Day 1 of the 2020 South Dakota Class A Gymnastics Competition. The meet was held this weekend, February 14-15, at Central High School in Aberdeen. The first day was devoted to team events; the second day was reserved for individual... Read more
Valentine’s Day Royalty Crowned at Local Care Centers
Local News February 14, 2020 0
Residents from the long-term care facilities in Milbank celebrated Valentine’s Day with the crowning of Royalty. Reigning as king and queen at Wellshire Park Place are Dean Parker and LaVonne Wagner. Avantara Care Center crowned Merv Redfield as king and Maureen Dinter as queen. Pictured above, Selena Halbert, administrator... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Head for State Gymnastics Meet this Weekend
Milbank Area Gymnastics February 13, 2020 0
The Milbank Lady Bulldogs will shoot for the stars in hopes of securing high places at the State Class A gymnastics meet Friday and Saturday, February 14 -15, at Central High School in Aberdeen. The team competition kicks off Friday morning at 11 a.m. Milbank starts the meet on... Read more
Who’s That Bulldog? Gymnast Greta Snaza
Milbank Area Gymnastics February 13, 2020 0
Who’s That Bulldog? It’s gymnast Greta Snaza. Greta is a junior at MHS and the daughter of Darin and Beth Snaza. Spend a few hours in the gym with Greta, and you’ll realize she always has a story to tell. “I’m a huge dancer and singer in the gym.... Read more
Milbank Gymnasts Punch Ticket to State
Milbank Area Gymnastics February 11, 2020 0
The Lady Bulldogs gymnastics team is headed to the state meet. The team, as well as all eight individual gymnasts, has earned a spot in the State Class A meet to be held in Aberdeen this Friday and Saturday, February 14-15. Milbank placed fourth in the team standings at... Read more
William Karels and Alaina Rausch to Play in All-State Band
Local News February 10, 2020 0
William Karels and Alaina Rausch have been selected to play in the 2020 South Dakota All-State Band. The 70th Annual All-State Band will be held at the Mitchell Performing Arts Center in Mitchell from March 26-28. William, a sophomore at MHS and the son of Jason and Susan Karels,... Read more
Wiese and Schuchard Win Region Free Throw Contest
Local News February 10, 2020 0
Milbank contestants Jaxon Wiese and Shaylee Schuchard, took top places at the regional Knights of Columbus free throw contest in Watertown on Sunday, February 2. Each won their division, but now must wait to hear if they advance to the state contest. Their results will be compared with all... Read more
Mrs. Mary Scott celebrated her birthday today. It was a long time coming – 99 years and 21 days. The party was hosted at Parkview United Methodist Church, where she has been a longtime member. It was the fourth attempt to celebrate the special day of the spry lady... Read more
