Photos by Dan Broten The Trinity Center in Henning hosted a pair of shows of the show “On the Verge” on Wednesday. An afternoon matinee was attended by approximately 50 Henning High School English students and an evening performance was attended by approximately 40 community members. The show is directed by Sharon Thalmann and features the… Read More

Contributed photos The Country Corner Cafe in downtown Henning hosted its annual Veteran’s Appreciation Dinner on Tuesday afternoon. Every branch of the military was represented at the dinner, with the exception of the Coast Guard. A veteran and their guest were treated to an appreciation dinner and they all received a red, white and blue… Read More

Second chance after felony conviction for Perham resident Crystal Lynette Fulford, 63, of Perham, will have a felony charge of theft by swindle dismissed if she remains law abiding for five years. This is part of a Stay of Adjudication. While probation is going on, this is a pending case, the same as being charged and… Read More

West Central Initiative has supported regional growth through tailored loan programs since 1986. These programs fill financial gaps with flexible, community-focused solutions. “Gap financing” helps businesses secure the capital needed to start, expand, or sustain operations when full funding isn’t available.  “Our role is to support community projects that need capital to move forward,” said Greg Wagner,… Read More

5 years ago Citizen’s Advocate Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2019 George McCollough stands in front of some of the metal in his shop on the outskirts of Henning. After owning his welding business for 49 years, McCollough said he is starting to eye retirement in the near future. He is looking for someone to take over the shop… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen Henning School held three performances of its annual fall musical “Newsies” over the weekend. The musical was a portrayal of the 1900s newsboys strike in New York City. The musical featured a predominantly male cast, but featured a number of solos and performances by female members of the Henning choir. 

Photo by Chad Koenen The Henning School gym was filled om Monday afternoon with local veterans, their families and community members for the annual Veterans Day program at Henning School. The program featured a number of songs from students in grades K-5, as well as guest speaker Jeremiah Sapp. One of the highlights of the program… Read More

Grobeck re-elected as Ottertail Mayor By Chad Koenen Publisher Jesse Hermanson defeated Sarah Booker in the race for Henning Mayor on Tuesday night.  As of Wednesday morning, Hermanson received 262 votes, or 61.2 percent of the vote, compared to 151 votes or 35.2 percent of the vote for Booker. Hermanson, who is a Henning native, is the son… Read More

NBH assists with mental health, chemical dependency By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent County board members, on Nov. 5, agreed to move forward with an extension of a lease agreement at the county-owned facility north of the Bigwood Event Center and post office on Western Avenue in Fergus Falls. The facility is currently used by Northstar Behavioral Health… Read More

City discusses need for shovel-ready projects By Chad Koenen Publisher The Henning City Council is attempting to take a proactive approach for an expansive underground utility project within the community. During its regularly scheduled meeting last Monday night, the Henning City Council granted a request from Apex Engineering and the city’s utility department to complete the design… Read More