Meet Adolph Shepardson the New MHS Athletic Director
High School Sports August 10, 2017 0
The Valley Express recently sat down to get acquainted with Adolph Shepardson, the new athletic director for the Milbank School District. VE: Why did you pursue the position as AD for Milbank? Adolph Shepardson: I’ve had an AD degree for over 10 years, but this is the first time I... Read more
Area Teams Compete During WVRA Ranch Rodeo
Local News August 8, 2017 0
Twelve teams battled for the top places during the Whetstone Valley Rodeo Association’s Ranch Rodeo Saturday, August 5. “It was a beautiful evening and perfect for cattle, cowboys, cowgirls and spectators,” expressed Kathy Tyler, event organizer. The competitors took part in five different events including branding, doctoring, sorting,... Read more
The Annual 3 Ladies Scramble at The Pine Hills Country Club was held on Friday, August 4. First Place winners were Vicki Thomson, Jodi Hoffman, and Lisa Eisenschenk. Taking home second place was Gail Barlund, Brenda Christensen, Suzanne Pansch. Third Place recognition went to Kathy Odden, Dawn Maatz, and... Read more
Laura Johnson, daughter of Ken Johnson and Kay O’Farrell of Milbank, captured first place in the girls 10-12 division of the Pebble Lake Youth Triathlon on Friday, July 28, in Fergus Falls, MN. She topped the field by completing the 100-yard swim, 3-mile bike and 1-mile run first in... Read more
The Milbank Fire and Rescue Department department fed about 600 people during National Night Out at the fire hall August 3. The team served nearly 830 burgers, brats, and hot dogs. Milbank Fire Chief Kevin Schuelke said, “It’s good to see people visit with law enforcement and different entities... Read more
Ten MHS chorus members were selected to perform with the South Dakota High School Honor Choir from July 30 to August 4. Northern State University in Aberdeen hosted the rehearsals and activities, including a formal concert at the Johnson Fine Arts Center. Dr. Sharon Hanson, Emerita Professor of Conducting... Read more
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Grant County Democrats Discuss the Future
Local News August 3, 2017 0
The Grant County Democrats met, Tuesday, August 1 in Milbank to reorganize prior to the upcoming 2018 election. According to Kathy Tyler, who spearheads the reorganization of the Grant County Democrats, a South Dakota Democrat differs from what most people perceive as the far left. “South Dakota Democrats prioritize... Read more
VFW Teeners Punch Ticket to State Tourney
Milbank Area Baseball August 2, 2017 0
The Milbank VFW Teener baseball team punched their ticket to the State 15-16 VFW tournament. They placed second in the 16U Northeast Region tournament July 26-28, at Legion Field in Milbank. The state tournament will be played in Beresford August 4-6. Milbank faces Wagner at noon on Friday, August... Read more
New Pastor to Lead Living Word Church
Local News August 1, 2017 0
Living Word Lutheran Church has welcomed its new pastor, Kent Groethe. His wife, Kay, will serve as the new Director of Youth Ministries. The Groethes moved to Milbank from Arizona, but are originally from Minnesota – Kent from St. Cloud and Kay from Park Rapids. The couple met while... Read more
