One day, Dale Prisinger was gazing out his window at the peaceful view of the Whetstone River Valley, when he spotted some unidentified floating objects in the water. He decided to go down to the river to investigate the area near the bridge. He discovered some discarded chairs, a... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Volleyball Takes Third at Eastern Classic Tourney
Milbank Area Volleyball September 25, 2018 0
featuredThe MHS Girls Volleyball Team traveled to Sisseton on Saturday, September 22. They played three matches in the Eastern Classic Tourney and brought home third place. The Lady Bulldogs first took on Tri Valley. Milbank defeated them in two of three sets to start the day in the win... Read more
Winners of the Milbank Area Punt, Pass and Kick Competition were announced September 21, during halftime of the football game. Winners were photographed with their ribbons and trophies. The winners for 1st and 2nd Grade Girls: 3rd place Sophia Bass -Total score 20’ 2″ 2nd place Paisley Ericsson –... Read more
Recycling Pick-Up Ends on September 26
Local News September 25, 2018 0
According to Jason Sackreiter, owner of Valley Rental and Recycling of Milbank, Wittrock and Sons will discontinue the collection of recycling materials from Milbank residences on September 26. Sackreiter says the cost of curbside recycling has become prohibitive. He says even the cost of hauling tin and plastic is... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Tennis Sets Record for Wins in a Season
Milbank Area Tennis September 24, 2018 0
The Milbank Girls Tennis Team traveled to play in the Brookings Triangular on Saturday, September 22. “There was an extra incentive for players to win this match – to set a new school record. They came through with flying colors!” said MHS Coach Jim Dahl. No team in the... Read more
Grant County Combined Appeal Begins Blitz
Local News September 24, 2018 0
The 2018 Grant County Combined Appeal season starts this Wednesday, September 26. According to Craig Wellnitz, Milbank Community Foundation Director, members of the 17 agencies who benefit from the campaign will pair up with MHS juniors and seniors to visit local businesses from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. The... Read more
Girls Cross Country Teams Place High at Lac Qui Parle
Milbank Area Cross Country September 24, 2018 0
The Milbank Cross Country Team visited Lac Qui Parle on September 18, and the Lady Bulldogs varsity runners took home third place. Top five finishers were; Danica Schulte (13th), Taylor Thue (17th), Amaya Street (18th), Maiah Brown (21st), and Elisabeth Schwenn (22nd). The Lady Bulldogs junior varsity runners earned... Read more
Seehafer Ace Hardware is Headed Home to Downtown
Local News September 23, 2018 0
Seehafer Ace Hardware is headed back to Main Street in Milbank. According to general manager, Jill Lacek, the new store will be designed to focus on what customers want most. “We will stock the things most often requested and concentrate on the core items people need every day.” Updated... Read more
Jimmy Gesswein awarded Ian Loehrer a new fishing lure as the latest winner in the Jimmy Gesswein Reel Fisherman Contest. Ian, caught this 23 inch Walleye on Lake Winnibigoshish. You could be the next winner! Send in your fishing photos to the Jimmy Gesswein Reel Fisherman Contest. The Valley Express... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Tie School Record at 500
Milbank Area Tennis September 20, 2018 0
“Ten dual wins may not mean much to some programs in the state, but it ties our school record,” said MHS Girls Tennis Coach Jim Dahl. The 2018 Lady Bulldogs team tied the record Tuesday, September 18. Milbank hosted both Lennox and Roncalli teams. In the first match, Milbank... Read more
