Bulldogs Win Opening Round in Tourney
Milbank Area Boys Basketball February 28, 2018 0
The Milbank Area Bulldogs used high intensity to secure a 57-46 victory over Redfield-Doland Tuesday, February 27. The win came during the opening round of the Region 1A high school boys basketball tournament in Redfield. Milbank now travels to Sisseton Friday, March 2, to take on the No.1- seeded... Read more
The American Red Cross Blood Drive held Tuesday, February 27, at Unity Square in Milbank suffered from lower than average attendance, according to organizer Margaret Skoog. Skoog said, “The drive fell short of its goal of 110 units – just 86 units were donated.” “A lot of people were... Read more
Milbank Gymnasts Earn Season-End Awards
Milbank Area Gymnastics February 27, 2018 0
The Milbank High School gymnastics team wrapped up the 2017-2018 season with an awards dinner. The potluck was held Monday, February 26, at the high school. Three seniors completed their high school careers. Jodi DeVaal was given a Senior Award and also tied for a team high score on... Read more
Schulte Twins Perform with Middle School All-State Orchestra
Local News February 27, 2018 0
Rachel and Joe Schulte, students at Milbank Middle School, played with the 2nd Annual South Dakota Middle School All-State Orchestra February 23-24 in Rapid City. The twins were the highest ranking sixth grade violinists in the 65-member orchestra. The group presented a concert at Rapid City Central High School... Read more
Pekelder Reminds Fish Houses Must Be Removed by February 28
Local News February 27, 2018 0
The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) warns ice anglers that all fish houses, shelters, and other structures must be removed from the ice by midnight on Wednesday, February 28, 2018. The structures may be used after Feb. 28, but must be removed from the ice on a... Read more
BREAKING: GrandStay Hotel & Suites to be Built in Milbank
Local News February 26, 2018 1
The upscale hotel brand GrandStay is coming to Milbank. The hotel group, known for its relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff, and luxurious amenities will break ground this April at the corner of 10th Avenue and Highway 15 – across from the Lantern Inn restaurant. Mark Leddy, who along with his... Read more
Fischer and Bien Place at State Wrestling Tourney
Milbank Area Wrestling February 26, 2018 0
Milbank High School grapplers Eli Fischer and Alec Bien earned medals at the State Class A wrestling tournament in Sioux Falls Friday and Saturday, February 23 and 24. Fischer, a sophomore, captured fourth place at 106 pounds. Bien, a junior, finished the tournament in sixth place in the 160-pound... Read more
MHS Debaters Headed to State
Local News February 26, 2018 0
Four speakers from MHS qualified for the 2018 South Dakota State Debate Tournament. The tournament takes place in Watertown Friday and Saturday, March 2-3. Lars Andersen and Nathan Loutsch will compete in Extemporaneous Speaking and Public Forum, Claire Mischel in Lincoln-Douglas Debate and Extemporaneous Speaking, and Kimberlly Aburto in... Read more
Residents of long-term care facilities in Milbank held Valentines Day celebrations. The events included the crowning of royal couples at each home. Ken and Marge Keller reigned over Park Place Assisted Living. St. William’s Care Center crowned Albert and Lucille Folk as king and queen. At Milbank Care and... Read more
Bands Announced for Lake Farley Country Concert
Local News February 24, 2018 0
The Milbank Area Chamber announced Chase Bryant will headline the Farley Fest this summer. Clare Dunn will be the opening act. Farley Fest is set for the weekend of July 20 – 22, with the country concert on Saturday night. Chase Bryant is the grandson of Jimmy Bryant, who... Read more
