The 2020 Grant County Farm and Home Show opens at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 10 and continues until 7 p.m. On Saturday, the show reopens at 9 a.m. and closes at 2 p.m. Both days feature exhibits of home arts, crafts, crops, and over 70 vendor booths. Vendors... Read more
Lane Lindquist Honored by South Dakota Coaches Association
Local News December 30, 2019 0
Lane Lindquist, former MHS teacher and coach, received the Friend of Football award from the South Dakota Coaches Association. MHS Athletic Director Adolph Shepardson presented the award on behalf of the association and MHS at the basketball game in the Milbank Armory on December 19. “Lane has played a... Read more
Bryan Lambrechts Retires After Serving Milbank for 39 Years
Local News December 29, 2019 1
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem declared December 27, 2019 as Bryan Lambrechts Day in South Dakota. Lambrechts retired that day from his duties at the City of Milbank after 39 years of service. Governor Noem commended him on his dedication, honesty, and work ethic. She also recognized his contribution... Read more
I-29 Closed Watertown to North Dakota Border-
Local News December 29, 2019 0
The South Dakota Departments of Transportation and Public Safety are advising motorists that Interstate 29 will be closing from Watertown to the North Dakota border, both north and southbound, effective immediately. I-90 remains closed between Exit 67 east of Rapid City to Mitchell for eastbound traffic and from Mitchell... Read more
Eli Fischer Takes Third at Madison Wrestling Invitational
Milbank Area Wrestling December 23, 2019 0
Milbank High School senior Eli Fischer captured third place at the Madison Invitational wrestling meet on December 21. Fischer took the victory in the 126-pound weight class. Milbank finished 15th in the team standings with 41 points. Rapid City Stevens won the event with 201.5 points and ahead of... Read more
Eighth Graders Entertain St. Williams Home Residents
Local News December 23, 2019 0
Eighth grade students from Milbank Middle School presented a Christmas show for the residents of St. Williams Home on December 18. The students recited poetry, sang, and played the piano, tuba, bells, violin, and flute. Student performers included: Kynlee Speidel, Rachel Schulte, Jana Carrino, Cassidy Schell, Isabella Vogel, Hope... Read more
Dawgs Cut It Close in First Hoops Victory
Milbank Area Boys Basketball December 23, 2019 0
The Milbank Bulldogs and the Aberdeen Roncalli Cavaliers took it down to the wire, but the Bulldogs claimed the win at 52-50 on December 19 at the Milbank Armory. The Bulldogs’ season record now sits at 1-2. “I couldn’t be more proud of our young men for fighting, keeping... Read more
The St. Lawrence Student Council collected toys for children in our community who might otherwise not receive gifts this Christmas. The council members also pray for the children and their families before sending the Blessing Boxes to ICAP. Icap distributes the toys. Back row: Will Muellenbach, Caitlyn Frerichs, Ashlynn... Read more
Free Christmas Day Dinner in Milbank
Local News December 23, 2019 0
Everyone is welcome at the 17th Annual Free Christmas Day Dinner from 11 a.m. until 1 p..m. at Parkview United Methodist Church. No reservations are required. Parkview UMC is located at 101 South Second in Milbank. The traditional Christmas meal includes turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, corn, and... Read more
Local Musicians to Perform in Milbank This Weekend
Local NewsUncategorized December 21, 2019 0
Come experience a magical evening this Saturday and Sunday, December 21 and 22, at WhyMilbank’s annual holiday show. A Night of Christmas will be filled with glorious music and the inspirational story — the reason for the season — uniquely related by storyteller Dave Rogers. Local musicians Jon Rogers,... Read more
