Broschat was wounded in a battle in World War II, worked for Otter Tail Power By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent The late Otter Tail County World War II veteran Myron Broschat, best remembered as the foremost military historian in west central Minnesota, lived his life eager for knowledge and was intellectually curious. Broschat was wounded in… Read More

New laws in Minnesota took effect on July 1 covering various areas including business, economic development, education, and employment. Homeowners’  association  ombudsperson and  commerce law A new law establishes a common interest community ombudsperson to assist unit owners and associations in understanding their rights and resolving disputes.  Additional provisions include access to free water at large… Read More

Join the Otter Tail County Historical Society for a Historic Henning Tour on Thursday, July 10, 7 p.m. Gather in front the Landmark Center, the cost is $10 with proceeds benefiting OTCHS. As small towns struggle to maintain their identity, Henning has taken a path that could be a model for others. Community members have come… Read More

New pickleball courts in Vergas have proven to be a popular community activity By Isabel Fynboh  West Central Initiative Across the region, communities are adding a new amenity—pickleball courts. Pickleball, originally developed in 1965, blends elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong to create a fast-paced, active game enjoyed by people of all ages. The sport encourages movement, connection,… Read More

OTC Relay for Life kicks of Friday night in Perham The Relay For Life of Otter Tail County (July 11) is right around the corner, and several events will take place in the this week, leading up to the big event.   On Sunday and Monday, Perham was decked out in purple, in an event called… Read More

Come join us at the 41st annual Phelps Mill Festival. The 41st annual Phelps Mill Festival is set for July 12-13 at Phelps Mill Park in rural Underwood. The festival is held each year during the second weekend of July. Phelps Mill Festivl provides two full days of art, food, entertainment and kids’ activities, plus craft… Read More

With summer in full swing and families heading to the lakes, Otter Tail County Public Health is reminding swimmers to be aware of swimmers itch, a common skin irritation caused by microscopic parasites in freshwater. Swimmer’s itch is an allergic reaction triggered when parasites released by infected snails burrow into human skin. Although uncomfortable, the condition… Read More

Contributed photo Allen Whitrock of Alexandria, Minn., was the winner of the 2025 Harley-Davidson motorcyle raffle during the annual Ronald McDonald House RIDE in New York Mills.

In June, 795 graduating seniors from communities across Minnesota were awarded their high school diplomas as members of Minnesota Connections Academy’s Class of 2025. The tuition-free, public online school recently recognized graduates during a traditional, in-person commencement ceremony at the Minneapolis Convention Center on June 7. “The faculty and staff at Minnesota Connections Academy are so… Read More

Clay Target National Championship July 9-13 Athletes and teams representing 460 high schools from across the nation are scheduled to participate at the 2025 USA High School Clay Target League National Championship this week! The USAHSCTL National Championship will be held at the Michigan Trapshooting Association in Mason, Mich. July 9-13. The Championship features 3,000 athletes… Read More