A blood drive was conducted Wednesday, November 23, at Milbank High School where 61 units of blood were collected. The total was just shy of its goal of 75 units, according to blood drive coordinator Kristi Lingert. Seven MHS seniors worked with Lingert to coordinate the event. “These students... Read more
Harvey Miner reached a milestone at the American Red Cross blood drive on November 2. He attained his 12-gallon pin. Miner was amongst dozens of donors who gave a total of 102 units during the blood mobile’s stop in Milbank. According to blood driver organizer, Margaret Skoog, the Bloodmobile... Read more
Mary Rethke Wins First Milbank Mistletoe Drawing
Local News November 26, 2016 0
Mary Rethke of Milbank was the first winner in the Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce Milbank Mistletoe holiday promotion drawing Saturday, November 26. She won $700 in Ol’ Mill Bucks and was the fourth name drawn. Rethke was present at Lewis Family Drug. Three other names were drawn prior... Read more
Open House Celebrated at New Hospital
Local News November 22, 2016 0
Milbank Area Hospital Avera and Avera Medical Group Milbank showcased its state-of-the-art healthcare campus during an open house and ribbon cutting today, Tuesday, November 22. The program was guided by Northeast South Dakota Healthcare Foundation board chairman, Jim Gesswein. He thanked the generous donors who made the new facility... Read more
Fifty-two turkeys were given away at the Milbank Fire Department’s annual turkey bingo fundraiser November 17, at the Milbank Fire Hall. Drawings for prizes were also held. Winners of the drawings were: Larry Underwood, $200 grocery gift card; Kallie Evans, $100 grocery gift card; Lane Hamman, $50 grocery gift... Read more
This year’s Missoula Children’s Theatre production is Rapunzel. Auditions are set for Monday, November 28, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the St. Lawrence School gymnasium. “All students -kindergarten through seniors- are encouraged to audition,” stated organizer Amy Thue. “No preparation is required. Those auditioning should arrive at 3:30... Read more
The St. Lawrence School Student Council purchased and donated Thanksgiving food staples to a family for the upcoming holiday. The 16 students used the proceeds from their school store. Half of the group went shopping at Hartman’s Family Foods and purchased the food and the other eight students delivered... Read more
Mikaela Hoeke Earns State Volleyball Honor
Milbank Area Volleyball November 21, 2016 0
Senior setter for the Milbank Area Lady Bulldogs, Mikaela Hoeke, was named to the 2016 Class A All-Tournament team. Hoeke was selected after the conclusion of the state tournament in Watertown November 17 through November 19. Mikaela is a three-year starter for the Lady Bulldogs and has filled the... Read more
Before the doors are officially open for business, the Milbank Area Health Care Campus invites everyone to an open house and ribbon cutting Tuesday, November 22, from 1 to 6 p.m. Tour the new facility, enjoy refreshments, and visit with medical staff. “The staff are excited for this,” said... Read more
The American Red Cross Bloodmobile makes a stop in Milbank Monday, November 21. The bloodmobile will be parked at Unity Square from noon until 6 p.m. The goal for the drive is 112 units. “The donors in this community are so wonderful, but we always need more,” said organizer... Read more
