Koch Elementary School is selling Tye’s Troop apparel. All proceeds go to Tye Schaffer and his family. Tye, a third grader at Koch School, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in late September. The apparel, like Tye, is designed to be cool and tough. Tee shirts, sweatshirts, long-sleeved tees,... Read more
Up for a totally tubular time? Here’s what’s crackalackin’: The St. Lawrence LIFE Group presents a dinner theater evening with the play, 80’s Reunion Rub-Out, and it’s the bomb! It’s the perfect time for you to cool out and get deadly. There’ll be food, friends, and a chance to... Read more
Nationwide Emergency Messages to be Sent to Cell Phones Today – October 3
Local News October 3, 2018 0
Bat Mobile Wireless in Milbank reminds all their customers and other cell phone users this is only a test! Today, October 3, you will receive a text message with the heading Presidential Alert. FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency... Read more
Milbank Chamber Board Members Announced
Local News October 2, 2018 0
Speedway Event Center was the location of the annual Milbank Area Chamber Of Commerce meeting on Thursday September 27. The board members for 2018-2019 are, back row, left to right, Laurie Folk, membership/finance director, Stacy Anderson, Travis Lester, Nick Sipe, Jessica Strobl and Dawn Vander Wal. Front, Alesia Christensen,... Read more
The MHS Volleyball Team posted another win at home on Saturday, September 29, when they hosted the Lady Eagles from Lac qui Parle Valley. Milbank won the match by taking three sets in a row at 25-20, 25-21, and 26-24. Coach Nancy Hoeke reported the girls had to work... Read more
Bulldogs Volleyball Defeats Trojans
Milbank Area Volleyball September 28, 2018 0
The Lady Bulldogs Volleyball squad faced the Lady Trojans in Ortonville on Monday, September 24. Milbank won three of the four sets with scores of 25-18, 25-20, 17-25 and 25-15. Coach Nancy Hoeke commented, “After a slow start and getting used to a slight line-up change, we got some... Read more
Jace Rein Nets Blue Gill
Local News September 27, 2018 0
It’s a Keeper! Jace Rein caught this beautiful 9 1/2 inch Blue Gill on Big Stone Lake. Jace is automatically entered in the Jimmy Gesswein Reel Fisherman Contest. Send in your photo to enter, too. Along with bragging rights, each winner takes home a new lure. To be eligible,... Read more
Eat Ice Cream at School and Pizza Thursday Night to Benefit Tye Schaffer
Local News September 26, 2018 0
The Whetstone Valley Youth Football (WVYF) will host a fundraiser on Thursday, September 27, following practice as a benefit for Tye Schaffer. Get two slices of pizza for just $5! Also, all area schools will be selling ice cream sandwiches for $1 on Thursday. All proceeds go to Tye... Read more
Three Bulldog Golfers Punch Tickets to State
Milbank Area Golf September 26, 2018 0
Three MHS golfers punched their tickets to State during the region golf meet on Monday, September 24, at the Olive Grove Golf Course in Groton. Eli Fischer, Conner VanVooren, and Jake Trevett move on to compete for Milbank at the 2018 South Dakota State Golf Meet in Dell Rapids... Read more
The Way West Chapter of ABATE Makes Run for Kids’ Toys
Local News September 26, 2018 0
Only one group likes their toys better than bikers. Kids! Join the Way West Chapter of ABATE of Minnesota when they make their run on September 29, so no kid goes without a toy this Christmas. Registration starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 29, at the checkered flag... Read more
