Library Happenings Henning Library We have an eight book set that we are featuring this week in the library.  It is “Drive Thru” and gives the path of sugar, salt, bread, coffee, cheese, chocolate, potatoes, and honey.    These books are written by either Shalini Vallepur or Harriet Brundle.  They are brightly colored and the images… Read More

Scholarship applications for  H-545 Foundation and  L. A. Amundson scholarships are now available. Members of this years senior class can get their applications from the school counselor.   Henning High School graduates who are currently college freshman, are eligible to apply for the Amundson scholarship and any Henning High School graduate may apply for the H-545… Read More

On Dec. 28, 2021, the Merickel family of Wadena contributed $100,000 to the construction of Tri-County Health Care’s new building project. Merickel Lumber and Ace Hardware have long been partners with Tri-County Health Care and the Foundation, supporting building projects and events like the Golf Classic and the All Heart Gala.   Jim and Jane Merickel… Read More

Landmark Center Dan Broten Happy New Year and best wishes to us all for an exciting and healthy 2022.  Here is a brief look back at the year we have just completed. Although 2021 started slowly due to COVID-19 restrictions, we were able to safely host a quilter’s group every other Monday, including two week-long quilting… Read More

By Chad Koenen Publisher Four Henning students were recently honored for their work not only on the athletic field, but in the classroom and community as well.  Kyle Tierney and Emma Severson were recently selected as the Henning School AAA Award winners, while Ally Hart and Tyson Misegades was recognized as the school’s ExCel Award winners. Tierney… Read More

By Chad Koenen Publisher As he peaks his head around the corner of the kitchen, Binesh Narayan’s laughter fills an otherwise quiet hallway at Willow Creek.  The breakfast rush is over, but the work continues for Narayan, who is busy joking around with staff members and a few residents who gather in the dining room area… Read More

Property tax levy to generate $45.4 million By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent County commissioners, on Dec. 21, gave final approval to the 2022 tax levy. The net property tax levy of $45.4 million for 2022 represents a 4.71 percent tax increase compared to the 2021 levy. Final action by the county board followed a truth in… Read More

New passing period to add one minute By Chad Koenen Publisher If every minute counts, Henning School students will have a chance to catch their breath and make the most of an additional minute of passing time during the day. During its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday night, the Henning School Board approved a pilot program for… Read More

Vinterfest to be held on February 19 Frolicking Nordic music, dance and dinner was the order of the evening in Vining last week. A total of 115 people gathered to enjoy an evening of Christmas traditions from the Nordic lands.   The event was held at the Vining Community Center where the stage was a forest… Read More

Accident occured near Highway 80 in Perham By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Two people were seriously injured in a car-train accident northwest of Perham at 4 p.m. on Dec. 21. The location was near the intersection of Highway 80 and Pikewood Lane. Sheriff deputies said a Ford Explorer, southbound, was crossing the railroad tracks when the… Read More