Book highlights old farms in Otter Tail County area By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent A new book recently off the press about farms in Otter Tail County, and city life, will benefit the county museum (Otter Tail County Historical Society) with all book proceeds going to the county museum. The title of the book… Read More

Classes to include ways to avoid scams, rustic art The following classes are being offered through Henning Community Education.   For more information or to register for classes contact Henning Community Education at 583-2927, ext. 8000. • Avoiding Scams: Participants will take a look at how to avoid the pitfalls of spam and scammers infecting… Read More

Virtual event to begin Jan. 14, to benefit families in need Friends of Friends Fighting Hunger’s 14th annual fundraiser will be virtual again this year. The auction will open on Friday, Jan. 14 at 9 a.m. and close on Saturday, Jan. 22 at 9 p.m.  Individuals can preview auction items before the auction opens at www.FOF.givesmart.com…. Read More

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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… Read More