120 Students Absent From Milbank Schools Today
Local News February 8, 2017 0
Illness is taking its toll in the Milbank area. According to Patti Swenson at Avera Medical Group Milbank, 28 people tested positive for influenza A or B , 8 tested positive for mononucleosis, and 11 tested positive for strep in the last week. Other illnesses such as viral bronchitis... Read more
Musicians of the Month were recognized during the Middle School mid-winter concert Monday, February 6. Band students honored for December were Maurina Street, Kellen Hoeke, and Maci Priebe. January recipients were Aiden Ludvigson, William Karels, and Halli Essington. Choir musicians of the month for December were Ashlyn O’Farrell, Savanna... Read more
Milbank Gymnasts Poised for State
Milbank Area Gymnastics February 8, 2017 0
The Milbank gymnastics team is headed to the state meet this week after qualifying performances at the Region 1A meet in Clear Lake on February 2. The South Dakota State Gymnastics Meet is in Aberdeen on February 10 and February 11. “This meet (Clear Lake) was the qualifying meet... Read more
Scouts Celebrate Boy Scout Week
Local News February 6, 2017 0
Scouts from the local area are celebrating Boy Scout Week. The nationwide event occurs annually near February 8, the anniversary of the founding of Boy Scouts of America. Boy Scouts enjoy a variety of activities including: camping, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, rifle shooting, tomahawk throwing, climbing, sailing and orienteering. They... Read more
St. Williams Care Center in Milbank will take over where Trevett’s Cafe left off – serving elderly folks hot, nutritious meals. The 60’s Plus Dining Program, run by Inter-Lakes Community Action Partnership (ICAP), began serving meals today, Monday, February 6, at their new location. “Typically we have 12 people... Read more
Craig Morgan to Headline Lake Farley Country Concert
Local News February 6, 2017 0
Top country singer and songwriter, Craig Morgan, has again been selected as the country concert artist for the 2017 Lake Farley Summer Event Series. Morgan takes the stage Saturday, July 22. The annual event is sponsored by the Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce. “We are super excited Craig has... Read more
Bulldogs Wrap Up Dual Wrestling Season
Milbank Area Wrestling February 4, 2017 0
The Milbank Bulldogs ended their dual wrestling season with a 41-33 loss to the Webster Bearcats Thursday, February 2, at the Milbank High School Armory. The Dawgs finish with a 11-8 dual record this season. Six seniors and their parents were recognized for their contribution to the team. Competing... Read more
Want to serve your country? Can’t make a full time commitment, but unsure what your options are? The South Dakota National Guard’s 740th Transportation Company of Milbank invites you to Guard Experience Night. Guard Experience Night is Monday, February 13, from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Milbank High... Read more
No Se Hablar Ingles
Local News February 2, 2017 0
“I speak no English” is a phrase no longer needed by 28 students in the Milbank School District. “We have 28 students we are working with as English Language Learners,” stated Milbank Middle School Principal and Special Services Director Kris Evje. “Those numbers have gradually increased. We gained eight... Read more
Cummins Scores 18 Points in Bulldog Battle
Milbank Area Girls Basketball February 2, 2017 0
Milbank Area lost the Battle of the Bulldogs to Madison in girls basketball January 31, on the road. The Lady Bulldogs stand at 9-7 for the season. The score was knotted up 16-16 at the end of the first quarter. Milbank Area stuck close to Madison in the second... Read more
