Tye Schaffer Chosen as Honorary Chairperson for 2019 Cancer Walk
Local NewsUncategorized June 10, 2019 0
Nine-year-old Tye Schaffer was chosen as the honorary chairperson for the 2019 It Only Takes a Spark Cancer Walk on June 14 at Lake Farley Park in Milbank. He will lead the first lap in the Survivor Walk. Tye is the youngest honorary chairperson to be selected in the... Read more
Do you want homemade treats, but not the long hours in the kitchen? The Milbank Farmer’s Market has done the work for you. They make all your dreams of homemade goodies just a walk in the park. The market opens for the season this Tuesday evening from 4 –... Read more
Food Giveaway Set for June 12
Local News June 9, 2019 0
The Grant County Christian Service Council and Feeding South Dakota are co-sponsoring a food giveaway on Wednesday, June 12 at the Grant County 4-H exhibit building in Milbank. The giveaway runs from 4:30 to 6 p.m. or whenever the food is gone. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. No parking... Read more
Tommy’s Popcorn Stand Opens Tonight
Local News June 7, 2019 0
Tommy’s Popcorn Stand opens for the summer on June 7. Get your popcorn, candy, root beer, and sno cones on Friday and Saturday nights from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Lake Farley Park. Tommy’s Popcorn Stand, now run by the Milbank Kiwanis, continues a tradition started in 1963. Read more
The South Dakota State Medical Association Foundation recognized its 2019 USD Sanford School of Medicine scholarship winners at the SDSMA annual conference on May 31. Katelyn Loutsch Steinlicht of Milbank was selected as a recipient of the J. Michael McMillin Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to incoming freshman medical... Read more
Eight youth took part in the Fourth Annual Unity Square Kids Triathlon on May 23. The event consisted of a 100-yard swim, a 1.8 mile bike ride, and an 800-meter run. Unity Square sponsored the event and the Milbank Kiwanis Club assisted. Official results with times listed: Age... Read more
Results in for Milbank School Board Election
Local News June 4, 2019 0
Early results are in for the Milbank School District Board of Education election held today, June 4. Polls closed at 7 p.m. The 6.64% turnout of 307 voters cast ballots with the opportunity to vote for two candidates. The unofficial count stands at 253 votes for the incumbent Tracy... Read more
Jimmy Gesswein Celebrates His Birthday and The Second Annual Fishing Contest
Local News June 4, 2019 0
Today, June 4, is Jimmy Gesswein’s Birthday. He’s blowing out the candles and wishing for a big bite – but not just of cake. He’s hoping the biggest bite will be on the end of his fishing line! You sea, Jimmy is an avid fisherman and it’s that time... Read more
Don’t Forget to Vote Today, June 4
Local News June 4, 2019 0
June 4 is the Milbank School District Board of Education election. Polls will be open today until 7 p.m. in the lobby of the Milbank High School. Candidates include Eric Strobl, Tracy Upton (incumbent), and Dick Schwandt (incumbent). The two candidates who receive the most votes will be elected... Read more
The Grant County FSA reminds producers to report prevented planted and failed acreage. The reporting dates along with other guidelines differ between FSA and crop insurance. Producers need to consult with their insurance agent regarding the crop insurance guidelines. Acres intended to be planted, but due to natural disaster,... Read more
