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
Schwenn Named MHS Teacher of the Year
Local News February 23, 2018 0
Today, February 23, Miriam Schwenn was selected as the 2018 Milbank School District Teacher of the Year. Schwenn graduated from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota in 1994. She began her teaching career at Milbank Middle School and High School. A comment from a nomination for Schwenn read: “I really... Read more
Farley Fest Returns to One Big Weekend
Local News February 23, 2018 0
Farley Fest is coming back this summer in a big way. Instead of events scattered throughout the summer, the festival will be packed into one weekend. That’s how the fest started and according to Laura Kelly, Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce Events Director, fans continue to request its original... Read more
Red Cross Bloodmobile Needs Your Help
Local News February 22, 2018 0
The first American Red Cross Bloodmobile blood drive of 2018 is Tuesday, February 27, from noon to 6 p.m. at Unity Square. The goal is to collect 110 units. “Because the last blood drive was less than 110 days ago, we are working hard to fill the appointment slots,”... Read more
Milbank High School Career Day was held Wednesday, February 21. Traditionally for juniors and seniors, this year, freshman and sophomore students were given the opportunity to explore a variety of career paths. Local businesses showcased their industry and explained the skills, qualifications, and aptitudes needed for successful careers in... Read more
