Ellenson to retire as mail carrier after 40 year career in Henning By Chad Koenen Publisher After 40 years and close to a million miles on the road, longtime rural mail carrier Steven Ellenson has definitely left his stamp on the area. His long career with the United States Post Office, which began long before… Read More

Carpet mat purchased for new gym floor By Chad Koenen Publisher The Henning School fifth graders were one of the top grades in the region in the recently released MCA tests in science. During its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday night, which was held a night later than usual due to the home playoff football… Read More

By Chad Koenen Publisher Cancer has the unique ability to bring out both the best, and at the same time, the worst in people. From endless doctor appointments to treatments and an uncertain future, even the smallest acts of kindness can be a shining light in an otherwise dark time of life. One local woman… Read More

Local author pens a new book on Pelican Rapids state park By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Fergus Falls area resident Cliff Knutson, for more than six decades, has appreciated the richness of Maplewood State Park, east of Pelican Rapids, with its history, lush forests, beautiful lakes and abundant wildlife. It should come as… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Gift card scams, despite repeated warnings, continue in Otter Tail County and throughout western Minnesota and eastern North Dakota. Fargo TV stations raised this issue and gave warnings to consumers on Tuesday, Oct. 21. In recent years county sheriff deputies have reported gift card scams at undisclosed locations… Read More

Henning School costume parade set for October 31 By Chad Koenen Publisher Tis’ the season for spooky ghosts, super heroes and princesses in the greater Henning and Ottertail area. In fact, an eclectic collection of costumes and children will be converging on the area as local youth attempt to fill their buckets and bags with enough… Read More

By Chad Koenen Publisher It may not have been by design, but the Henning City Council made things a bit easier for people to remember the name of its two office staff members. In fact, there is just one letter separating city clerk/treasurer Jenna Kovarik and new deputy clerk Jenny Lynch. “Jenna and Jenny, you… Read More

Green lights to be illuminate county buildings from Nov. 4-11 In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Otter Tail County announced plans to illuminate county buildings green from November 4–11 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide initiative to honor and support military veterans. The campaign raises awareness about the unique challenges… Read More

Contributed photos A bridge was repaired and road work was recently completed on County Road 67 near Leaf River and the City of Deer Creek. A number of repairs were completed on County Road 67 throughout the summer and the road recently opened back up to motorists.

It’s a “time of remembrance of those who have joined the Life Eternal throughout the Christian world. Many countries celebrate the day with various traditions common to their cultures.  Nidaros Lutheran Church will offer a community All Saints Sunday service in the evening, Sunday, Nov. 2. At 5 p.m. individuals and families will arrive for… Read More