Happy Siblings Day!
Local News April 10, 2018 0
Do you always remember your siblings’ birthdays? Come on, tell the truth. Well, you would if they all shared the same birthday and it was also your birthday! According to the Guinness Book of World Records, a Virginia couple are the only known parents who have given birth to... Read more
Plexiglass panels painted with bright happy faces and lopsided grins triggered real grins from the students at St. Lawrence School. Sarah Weinberg was part of the inspiration. Sarah sponsored by the LIFE grouped, helped students explore the world through painting. Students were paired for the project and each painted... Read more
The City of Milbank’s year-end singles and doubles racquetball tournaments took place at Unity Square. On March 27, the doubles team of Jerry Bury and Chris Batchelor earned the championship title. In the singles division, champions included: Greg Cantine in the “A” division, Terry LaVoi in the “B”division, Chris... Read more
Coach Dahl Previews Tennis Season
Milbank Area Tennis April 5, 2018 0
The MHS tennis team starts it’s 2018 season led by Nathan Loutsch, Keaton Hagen, and Ethan Bohn – all juniors. All three have varsity experience from last season, and Ethan and Nathan competed in the 2017 state tournament. “Sophomore Marcos Basilio played at No. 4 singles and No. 2... Read more
New County Road Grader to Arrive Soon
Local News April 5, 2018 0
The Grant County Commissioners met Wednesday, April 3, at 10 a.m. in the Grant County Courthouse. Grant County Highway Superintendent Kerwin Schultz reported the county’s new road grader will arrive soon. The grader was purchased for $500,000. Schultz said a letter was sent to Grant County residents who participate... Read more
Two Fires in Rural Milbank
Local News April 4, 2018 0
At 3:53 a.m. on Monday, April 2, the Milbank Fire and Rescue a Department was dispatched to the home of Dennis and Arlene Fonder at 14241 479th Avenue. Upon arrival, the rescue team found fire in the attached garage of the home. Fire Chief Kevin Schuelke said, “The fire was... Read more
Two Senior Managers Join Valley Queen Cheese Factory
Local News April 4, 2018 0
Keith Gretenhart is the new Senior Manager-Ingredient Sales at Valley Queen Cheese Factory in Milbank. Gretenhart is responsible for marketing dairy ingredients to domestic and international customers. He also leads the company’s cream purchasing. Gretenhart brings extensive experience in dairy and food marketing, and, most recently, was employed with... Read more
Pekelder Predicts Ice Out
Local News April 1, 2018 0
Should you plan to take your boat or your ice shack to the fishing opener? District conservation officer supervior of Game, Fish, and Parks, Jamie Pekelder, predicts the ice will remain on Big Stone Lake another two weeks. Pekelder says his office determines the Ice Out as being able... Read more
The Community Easter egg hunt location has been changed to the Milbank High School, at 1001 East Park Avenue, for this Saturday, March 31. The fun begins at 10 a.m. and all children through second grade are invited to join the Easter egg hunt sponsored by Milbank Community Pride. The Easter Bunny... Read more
Bent Arrow Archery Range & Pro Shop of Milbank celebrated its Grand Opening with a ribbon cutting, sponsored by the Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce, Friday, March 29. Mark and Ashlie Veen own the business located in the former middle school at 307 South 5th Street in Milbank. Read more
