McKernan, Hamann, and Hanson Win WVRA 2017 Season
Local News September 26, 2017 0
Rain and mud didn’t stop the Whetstone Valley Rodeo Association’s final team penning event of the season Saturday, September 23. Calvin Thompson, Steve Hamann, and Louie Minder captured first place out of 23 teams. Marsha Wieting, Steven Hills, and Mike McKernan took second place. Cheryl Kelly, Jenni Bussard, and... Read more
MHS Crowns Jonny Ash and Katie Vander Wal Homecoming Royalty
Local News September 25, 2017 0
The Milbank High School Homecoming Coronation was held in front of a packed house this evening, September 25. The ceremony culminated with the crowning of Queen Katie Vander Wal, daughter of Dawn and Paul Vander Wal, and King Jonny Ash, son of Kristen Ash and Craig Ash. The pair... Read more
Daryl Halvorson Chosen Top SDHDA Loan Officer
Local News September 21, 2017 0
South Dakota Housing Development Authority’s (SDHDA) annual housing conference concluded with the recognition of Daryl Halvorson from Great Western Bank in Milbank as this year’s top loan officer for Area 5. This is the fourth time Mr. Halvorson has earned this honor. “Without dedicated lenders who originate SDHDA’s loan... Read more
Kids are messy! Everyone knows that. But if you think being a school janitor is just mopping floors and taking out garbage, try spending one day with them. Cindy Davis, who has been employed for five years as a custodian at Koch School says, “You never know what you... Read more
MHS to Celebrate Homecoming 2017
Local News September 19, 2017 0
Milbank High School will celebrate Homecoming 2017 from September 25-29. The theme is Superheroes. The week starts with Homecoming Coronation Monday, September 25, at 7:30 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. Selected as candidates to vie for the title of MHS King and Queen are: Shea Hooth, daughter of... Read more
There were 52 participants in the Second Annual Out of the Darkness Walk on Sunday, September 17, at Lake Farley Park in Milbank. The event is designed to raise awareness of the affect of suicide, and help raise funds to support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Ken and Carolyn Giessinger, local organizers... Read more
Alex Farrell Completes Eagle Scout Project
Local News September 19, 2017 0
Alex Farrell, a sophomore at MHS and a member of Boy Scout Troop 45, completed his Eagle Scout project on September 17. Alex helped plan and build a Gaga Ball Pit on the Koch School playground. Ms. Clarice Buhler, Koch School fifth grade teacher, approached the Boy Scouts with... Read more
Win a 2018 Ice Castle Lake of the Wood Fish House and support St. Lawrence School, too. The 8 x 16 fish house is valued at $19,000. Second prize is a Honda EU2000i generator valued at $1,000. Third prize is a Louisiana Smoker Pellet Grill with cover, an $860... Read more
Dawgs Shut Down Roncalli Cavaliers
Milbank Area Football September 18, 2017 0
The Milbank Area Bulldogs shut down Northeast Conference rival Aberdeen Roncalli with a 32-7 victory Friday, September 15, at Swisher Field in Aberdeen. The win improves the Dawgs season record to 3-1 overall. “I’m really happy with our effort and overcoming the second quarter,” said Bulldog Head Football Coach... Read more
