City, EDA to seek ideas for future projects By Chad Koenen Publisher A project to bring a large portion of the city’s aging infrastructure up to date took a step forward last week, even though a funding plan and a timeline has yet to be finalized. During its regularly scheduled meeting last week, the Henning City Council… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent A redevelopment opportunity in Battle Lake will soon be a 10-unit workforce housing apartment, according to Otter Tail County Community Development (CDA) Director Amy Baldwin. The Lincoln project is located on the corner of Summit Street and Lincoln Avenue in downtown Battle Lake, one block off Highway 78.    Starting in 2022,… Read More

Ottertail looks into options for daycare By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent The County Community Development Agency, headed by Director Amy Baldwin, has provided an update on county initiatives in Pelican Rapids and the community of Ottertail. This year the Otter Tail County CDA will begin construction of three single-family homes in Pelican Rapids. Five residential lots… Read More

Sebeka School Superintendent speaks on behalf of state bill Elias Thomas Report for Minnesota Republicans in the Minnesota House have introduced a bill that would give school districts broad flexibility in how they spend money and allow them to opt out of recent mandates from the state.  The bill is aimed at providing relief for school districts… Read More

On Thursday, Feb. 27, Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) joined fellow Minnesota legislators in welcoming a distinguished delegation from the Norwegian Parliament to the State Capitol. The visit honored the deep historical and cultural ties between Minnesota and Norway. During their time at the Capitol, the delegation was formally recognized from the Senate floor and observed… Read More

County Auditor to retire after 42 years of state and county work Otter Tail County announces the retirement of Wayne Stein, a lifelong resident of Fergus Falls, after a remarkable 42-year career dedicated to public service. Stein’s contributions to Otter Tail County and his commitment to public service will be celebrated at a public retirement… Read More

Samantha Siedow Report for Minnesota A proposal at the Minnesota Capitol to increase criminal penalties for people who assault firefighters, paramedics and other emergency medical personnel was aired in a Senate committee after a man received a nine month sentence for attacking a Hennepin County paramedic last July.  Tyereh Dontrell House received the sentence after throwing a… Read More

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is will host Caleigh, a Minnesota-based trio known for their vibrant fusion of world folk, Celtic, bluegrass, and American Old-Time music, for a special Irish concert on Saturday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. This event is part of the Cultural Center’s 2025 Winter/Spring Concert Series and is open… Read More

Online auctions to begin March 17 and go for 45 days The Otter Tail County Auditor-Treasurer’s Office is preparing for upcoming online auctions of tax-forfeited properties, which will allow individuals and businesses to purchase land within the county. Tax-forfeited properties default to the State of Minnesota ownership after three years of unpaid taxes. Otter Tail County… Read More

Love In the Name of Christ (Love INC) of Greater East Otter Tail County is excited to be planning a Community Gathering for Wednesday, March 12, at 11:30 a.m. at Crosspoint Alliance Church. This event features a light lunch of pizza and goodies and an opportunity to learn more about the mission of Love INC,… Read More