The Milbank Police Department, Milbank High School and Beacon Center of Watertown will host a free film showing of The Hunting Ground Monday, May 2, at 7 p.m. at the MHS theatre. “As police chief and a father I feel this film is a must see for students planning... Read more
Emanuel Lutheran Preschool in Milbank will host a trike-a-thon Monday, May 2, and Tuesday, May 3, to raise funds for St. Jude Children’s Hospital. “We hope to raise awareness about the work St. Jude Children’s Hospital does for families at no cost,” stated lead teacher Karen Tillma. “When childhood... Read more
Nick Mears Named SDSU Football Captain
Local News April 26, 2016 0
Former Milbank High School athlete, Nick Mears, was one of six players selected as a team captain for the 2016 football season at South Dakota State University. He is one of three captains on the defensive side of the team. “Being a captain is one of the best honors... Read more
Tickets On Sale for Farley Summer Concerts
Local News April 26, 2016 0
The Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce has made buying tickets for the Lake Farley Summer Event Series country concert so much easier using a new purchasing system. Tickets for both concerts will only be sold online available by clicking here. “We are stepping things up and streamlining the process for everyone,”... Read more
Game, Fish and Parks To Host Open House
Local News April 26, 2016 0
The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department will host an open house Thursday, April 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Milbank Visitor Center. Staff from GFP, Law Enforcement, Fisheries, Wildlife and Land Management departments will be on hand to discuss any Game, Fish and Parks topics.... Read more
The St. Lawrence School Foundation will host its 10th Annual Gala Friday, April 29, at Shady Beach Supper Club. The theme will be A Night In Oz. “Just imagine yourself following the Yellow Brick Road through the Land Of Oz to the Emerald City to see the Wizard. Add... Read more
MHS speech and debate team members received season-end awards during their annual awards banquet April 21. “Students were recognized for their achievements throughout the oral interp, debate, and student congress season,” said debate coach Natasha Hartman. New students received membership certificates to the National Speech and Debate Association (NSDA).... Read more
Students from Milbank, Grant-Deuel, Wilmot, Summit, Ortonville, and Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley schools heard a loud message April 21 – Think and drive; stay alive! April is National Distracted Driver Awareness month and also the onset of a dangerous driving time for teenagers. “Many young people have been seriously injured or died... Read more
Grant County VSO Office Hours Changed
CommunityLocal News April 24, 2016 0
The Grant County Veterans Service Office recently changed its hours at the request of the veterans it serves. “We moved our hours to earlier in the day to accommodate our veterans,” stated Veterans Service Officer (VSO) Scott Malimanek. The VSO office hours are now Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 8... Read more
Big Stone Lake Opens For Fishing Saturday
Local News April 22, 2016 0
All border water lakes will open for fishing Saturday, April 23. This includes Big Stone Lake. “The water temperature is around 55 degrees which should make for some great fishing,” stated Game, Fish and Parks Conservation Officer Jamie Pekelder. Walleyes are the predominate fish of Big Stone Lake, but... Read more
