Contributed photos April was volunteer month and representatives from the Country Corner Cafe recognized several volunteers who help and deliver the local meals on wheels to area residents. Volunteers include: Pat Peterson, Glen Nyhus (above), Tami Freed (below right), Wayne Rogholt (below middle) and Sharon Thalmann (below left). 

Communities across West Central Minnesota are set to see long-awaited upgrades to local roads and bridges following new funding awards announced by the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). The funding comes through the 2025 rounds of the Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) and the Local Bridge Replacement Program (LBRP). Together, they support infrastructure projects statewide… Read More

Community members who enjoy gardening are encouraged to plant a little extra this season and share the harvest with neighbors in need through the Grow an Extra Row program. The program asks gardeners to add one extra row or a few extra plants and donate surplus produce to local food shelves. Fresh fruits and vegetables are… Read More

The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners has proclaimed May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month. Recognized each May since 1949, this month is a reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health and that no one must face their struggles alone.  The numbers close to home  Mental health challenges are growing in Otter… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent A county youth, as reported by sheriff deputies on May 1, found himself in a blackmail situation after poor judgement. Sextortion threats were made to him after explicit photos were sent to Tiktok and Snapchat platforms. County deputies forwarded this case to the FBI for a further investigation. Law enforcement personnel at… Read More

5 years ago Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Citizen’s Advocate Otter Tail County is gearing up for another shot at the annual Governor’s Fishing Opener. The weekend is an opportunity for host communities to showcase their unique offerings to guests from across the state. This is the second straight year Otter Tail County was selected as the site… Read More

Photos by Dan Broten The annual Henning CHAT bike rodeo was held on Tuesday afternoon inside the Henning Event Center. Inclement weather forced the annual bike rodeo indoors, but that didn’t damper the spirits of those involved as volunteers helped local youth navigate an obstacle course, check on bike safety and fit the youth with a… Read More

By Eleanor Steffen Report for Minnesota The Minnesota House will vote on a bill to establish a centralized electronic payroll reporting portal and database for contractors working on state-funded projects. While electronic payroll reporting is already required in Minnesota for projects fully or partially funded by tax dollars, the bill by Rep. Dave Pinto, DFL-St. Paul, aims to… Read More

Henning senior is a two-time state entrant in the high jump By Chad Koenen Publisher Henning High School senior Myiesha Antoni officially signed her National Letter of Intent to participate on the track team at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside next year. The senior is the daughter of Shandy Kurth. Antoni qualified for the state track meet in… Read More

Heninng, NYM, Bertha stores to close By Chad Koenen Publisher A lack of qualified pharmacists is forcing the closure of three area pharmacies in the region.   Seip Drug Store will be closing its doors in Henning, Bertha and New York Mills on Friday, May 8 after owner Nathan Seip said he was unable to hire enough… Read More