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

Contributed photo The Bertha Area Sportsman Club recently donated $200 to Henning HOPE. The money was raised through charitable gambling at the Gateway Pub in Henning. Pictured above are Mallory Loock, on behalf of Henning HOPE and Steve Aeling, on behalf of the Bertha Area Sportsman Club

OTC Sheriff’s office sends out safe driving reminder The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office and the Otter Tail County Safe Communities Coalition will join law enforcement agencies and community partners nationwide in April to remind drivers about the dangers and consequences of distracted driving. This annual campaign is part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety… Read More

Over 5,000 plastic Easter eggs to be hidden on Saturday By Chad Koenen Publisher Everyone knows the Easter Bunny is nothing more than a ham. Always looking for another great photo opportunity to steal the show and shake its little fluffy tail. On Saturday, the Easter Bunny will get its chance to strike a pose with a… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent  Two roadway accidents with injuries were reported in Otter Tail County on April 5. The first accident, at 6:21 a.m., involved a a single vehicle, southbound, that crashed near the intersection of Highway 29 and 310th Street, northeast of Deer Creek. “The driver said her windshield was covered with slush when she… Read More