The 25th annual South Dakota North Area Honor Band performed in concert Saturday, December 5, at the Thomas F. Kelly Theatre at Aberdeen Central High School. Back row, left to right, Sadie Holland (clarinet), Mr. Bob Goheen (guest director), Kellie Christians (percussion) and Chase Pinkert (clarinet). Front row,... Read more
Carol Forman of Milbank was the winner in the Merry Milbank holiday promotion Saturday December 5. She won $900 in Ol’ Mill Bucks and was the second name drawn. She was present at Hartman’s Family Foods where she claimed her prize. Julie Mertens was the first name drawn and... Read more
Youth Wrestling Program to Begin
Milbank Area Wrestling December 7, 2015 0
The 2016 Milbank youth wrestling program is hosting a registration and parent meeting Tuesday, December 8, at 5:30 p.m. in the high school lunchroom. “It’s never too late to be involved in a life-long learning experience,” stated Milbank wrestling booster club president Ron Krause. “Even if you have never been involved... Read more
The Milbank Area Bulldogs boys basketball team plans to bounce back even harder this year. “Last year was a rebuilding year, but we made great strides during the season and ended up winning four of our last seven games,” said Coach Bastian. Matt Bastian, in his tenth year as head... Read more
Jamie Mundwiler to Intern for SD Senate
Local News December 7, 2015 0
Jamie Mundwiler has been selected as a student intern for the South Dakota Senate for the 2016 Legislative Session in Pierre. Jamie, a freshman at South Dakota State University, was selected following an application and interview process. Applicants were selected for the intern program based upon academic competence, work... Read more
Boys Basketball Scrimmage Monday Night
High School SportsMilbank Area Boys Basketball December 7, 2015 0
The Milbank Area Bulldogs boys basketball team’s 2015-16 season tips off with a public scrimmage at the Milbank Armory Monday, December 7, at 7 p.m. Fans are requested to bring a bottle of water or sports drink in lieu of the price of admission. The beverages are served to... Read more
Bulldog Grapplers Kick Off Season Saturday
High School SportsMilbank Area Wrestling December 4, 2015 0
The Milbank Area Bulldog wrestlers will hit the mats in the Watertown Dual Tournment this Saturday to start their 2015-16 season. Other teams competing will be Aberdeen Central, Harrisburg, Huron, Mitchell, Pierre, Watertown, and Yankton. Head coach Jeremy Tostenson has a 128-110 career dual record and looks to extend that win... Read more
Hurley Winter Park Offers New Spin on Skating
Local News December 3, 2015 0
Hurley Winter Park in Milbank will come to life this winter thanks, in part, to community initiative. The park, which is owned by the City of Milbank, will be expanded to increase its winter fun quotient. The city has flooded the rink and it’s ready for skaters. It has added benches for... Read more
Benefit Dinner for Wayde Fraasch Family
Local News December 2, 2015 0
A ham dinner and silent auction benefit will be held Sunday, December 6, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in support of Wayde Fraasch and his family. The event will take place at the Speedway in Milbank. Wayde was recently diagnosed with brain cancer and his family has incurred unusual medical costs... Read more
Lady Bulldogs Tip Off Season with Scrimmage
Milbank Area Girls Basketball December 2, 2015 0
Milbank Area Lady Bulldogs are set to tip off their 2015-16 high school basketball season with a public scrimmage Thursday, December 3, at 7 p.m. at the Koch School gym. Fans are asked to bring a bottle of water or sports drink for admission. The beverages will be served... Read more
