Carlisle Township family has been farming since 1972 By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Charles Piekarski, with his wife, Carol, have farmed in Carlisle Township, Otter Tail County, the past 50 years from 1972 through 2022. In 1973 Charles and his father, Steve, were featured in the local newspaper. That year, soybean prices were high. That was due,… Read More

Photos by Chad and Dani Koenen Hundreds of children converged on Ottertail on Saturday for the annual Ottertail Easter Egg Hunt. The event featured approximately 5,500 Easter eggs that were hidden in the community park. The event also featured two Easter Bunny’s and 150 gift baskets that were given away. The event was sponsored by the… Read More

Stueve visits with students about serving in the military By Chad Koenen Publisher The Vietnam War recently came to life thanks to a familiar face at Henning School. Dave Stueve, who is a longtime bus driver at Henning School, shared his experience and pictures from his time in the Vietnam War with Henning sixth, seventh and ninth… Read More

Local authorities remind motorists to give emergency personnel space on roads By Chad Koenen Publisher An accident that could have ended in tragedy is serving as a reminder of the importance of slowing down when approaching flashing lights. Last Wednesday, Pete Wallevand, owner of Pete’s Amoco in Henning, was winching a car on a wrecker call… Read More

OTC saw a 4.71 percent tax levy increase By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent County residents now have their tax statements for 2022. Some home owners see decreases for 2022 while others see increases compared to 2021 taxes. “Keep in mind that everyone’s situation will be unique,” says County Auditor-Treasurer Wayne Stein. “The percent of change on individual… Read More

Study to compare fair wages for employees By Chad Koenen Publisher The City of Henning will be completing a study to make sure it is in line with fair wages and offerings for all employees. During its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday night, the Henning City Council heard from city clerk/treasurer Kim Schroeder and Willow Creek Executive… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Gary Puckett, who gained rock ‘n’ roll fame in the late 1960s, always appreciated his family ties to Otter Tail County, and Pelican Rapids in particular. This remains true to the present day for the rock star who still performs on a part-time basis. Puckett was born in Hibbing in 1942…. Read More

Donate Life ceremony brings to light importance of being an organ donor Tri-County Health Care welcomed guests to another Donate Life ceremony on April 5. Typically, this event would be held in the Garden of Hope, followed by a flag-raising, but it was moved to the indoor courtyard due to inclement weather. The event was organized… Read More

Local social workers aim to reduce recidivism in OT County Substance abuse and mental health concerns for many in local communities have steadily increased over the last decade. These problems are exacerbated for those who are serving sentences in the Otter Tail County Jail.  In an initial step to reduce recidivism, or reoffences, a social worker has… Read More

Local group inquires on senior center building By Chad Koenen Publisher The Henning City Council received some clarity in regards to on-call time within the utility department.  During its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday night, Henning City Councilwoman Tammy Fosse requested more information about the on-call status for utility workers after three employees recently resigned from the department. … Read More