New feature to allow residents to find permits more quickly Otter Tail County has announced a new enhancement to its Geographic Information System (GIS) map. This feature allows residents and stakeholders to search for permits more easily and efficiently, representing a significant step forward in the county’s commitment to improving public access to vital information. The… Read More

5 years ago Citizen’s Advocate Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019 The Ottertail United Methodist Church has a new pastor working at the parish. Pastor Ricardo Alcoser took on the role to serve the Ottertail United Methodist congregation, along with the Richville United Methodist Church on July 1.  Though he is new to the area, Alcoser is no stranger… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen Ottertail Aggregate has been busy transforming the Henning softball fields over the past two weeks. After a group of volunteers helped to take down all of the fencing at the fields, Ottertail Aggregate went to work to mold two new softball fields at the Henning Festival Grounds. The dimensions of each of… Read More

Photos by Dan Broten  and Chad Koenen Brats, burgers and corn drenched in butter was in high demand on Friday night as the Landmark Center hosted its annual brats, burgers and sweet corn event. The event was held on the front yard of the Landmark Center, as well as the Station. The annual event is a community… Read More

Jax and His Wart is available on Amazon  By Chad Koenen Publisher A trip to the doctor’s office to get a wart removed may seem like a rather mundane experience, but for Kayla and Jax Wills, the visit with a doctor turned into a magical trip that is now being shared with the masses. Kayla, who lives… Read More

School to be open to students to drop off supplies on September 5 By Chad Koenen Publisher An elaborate and expansive school building project is in its waning days at Henning School. During its regularly scheduled meeting last Tuesday night, the Henning School Board heard that a large HVAC, remodeling and parking lot project should be completed as soon… Read More

Perham-based organization focuses on chemical dependency treatment Rewind, Inc. of Perham was honored with the Excellence in Corrections Award by the Minnesota Association of County Probation Officers (MACPO) during their annual conference. Rewind, Inc. has been a cornerstone for chemical dependency treatment in Otter Tail County. This year, they have taken their commitment further by opening a… Read More

Multiple agencies in Otter Tail County will participate in a mass casualty training drill at Perham High School and Perham Health on Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Perham Health, Perham Area EMS, Perham Police and Fire, Otter Tail County Emergency Management, and the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office will conduct the drill, with a significant… Read More

Collared research bears provide important management data The Minnesota bear hunting season opens Sunday, Sept. 1, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is once again asking hunters to avoid shooting marked research bears. These bears are marked with distinctively large, colorful ear tags and wear radio collars. Researchers with the Minnesota DNR are monitoring 48 radio-collared… Read More

Lake Region Healthcare (LRH) has received the highest achievement possible from The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). LRH was one of just 10 Minnesota hospitals, and the only independent facility in Minnesota, recognized with the CMS five-star hospital distinction for 2024.  Located in Fergus Falls, the hospital serves the community with acute inpatient… Read More