Have you ever wished you could travel back in time to see how our town has changed over the decades? Who lived here in the 1870s? What kinds of jobs did people hold in 1920? Were there stores, roads, churches, or even a doctor back then? When did the railroad arrive, and how did the… Read More

The year 2025 marked the 200th anniversary of the great Norwegian emigration to North America. OTCHS is continuing the celebration with a temporary exhibit, The Great Emigration. Between 1825 and 1915, approximately 800,000 Norwegian men and women immigrated to North America. The peak years for Norwegian immigration to America were 1882 (29,000) and 1903 (27,000). In… Read More

Lakes, ponds are filled with ice skaters in OT County By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Many people who grew up in Otter Tail County will never forget ice skating during the winter months at various lakes and rinks throughout the county. Ice skating is among the memories brought up during high school reunions. Many baby boomers… Read More

Grant applications  sought through February 26 Environmental sustainability, social change that advances equity, and civic engagement are vital for a healthy, resilient region. West Central Initiative created these grant opportunities with those priorities in mind. • Environmental Sustainability Grants will support community-led projects and nonprofits with a focus on sustainability and climate initiatives.   • Social Change Grants will support… Read More

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites the public to comment on proposed rules related to daily and possession limits on native rough fish. Under the new proposed rules, these fishes – including bowfin, buffalo, carpsucker, freshwater drum, goldeye, mooneye, quillback, redhorses and suckers – would also get a variety of other protections. Some examples of… Read More

Contributed photos The Henning Community Thrift Store and Henning School Library recently received a donation from the Henning Haunted House. The Henning Community Thrift Store (above) received a donation of $1,000, which was presented by Jessica Strege to Vickie Goodale, Bill Goepferd and Dan Broten. The Henning Library (right) received a $500 donation from the… Read More

Contributed photo Dakota Aeling Representing BASC (Bertha Area Sportsman Club) presented Mason Samuelson with a scholarship for involvement in Henning High School trap team. Samuelson is pursuing qualification to become an electrical line worker. Steve Aeling volunteer trap coach said Samuelson was “always positive, polite and willing to accept instruction during practice at trap events… Read More

Embrace warmth, creativity and connection this winter at the second annual Hygge Market, happening Saturday, Feb. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center.  This unique event, which falls on Valentine’s Day this year, invites the community to slow down, savor the winter season, and celebrate the Danish concept… Read More

Spanish Class for Adults:  ¡Hola! Whether you’re prepping for a vacation or just want to flex some new mental muscles, this class is for you. Participants will dive straight into conversations in Spanish. The goal is to get people talking, laughing, and connecting.  Zero Stress: This is a judgment-free zone. Mistakes are just proof that they are learning…. Read More

MSUM announces Dean’s List The following students have been named to the Minnesota State-Moorhead Dean’s List in recognition of academic achievement fall semester 2025. Students must maintain a 3.25 or higher grade-point average and carry 12 graded credits to qualify for the honor.  Local students include: Kyle Tierney, Henning, Music Education; Shannon Tierney, Henning , Mathematics, Pre-Medicine;… Read More