On December 29, 2024, Otter Tail County Dispatch received a report of an incident involving a young child who suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound at a residence in rural Wadena. Law enforcement, emergency medical services, and rescue personnel responded to the scene, where they found a 3 ½-year-old boy with a gunshot wound to the… Read More

Volunteers sought to complete service project This spring, Norah Froslee is coordinating a facility enhancement for the Vining History Center as her culminating service project to earn the American Heritage Girls (AHG) Stars and Stripes Award. Painting, removing old school lockers, adding display boards and other tasks will do more than improve the lighting and appearance of… Read More

Stay of imposition issued Anthony Guiseppi Tallarico, 46, of Pelican Rapids, was sentenced Feb. 27, 2015, following a felony conviction of third-degree assault. He received a stay of imposition and will have his felony conviction reduced to a misdemeanor if he stays law abiding during a five-year probationary period. He previously served 29 days at the county… Read More

For questions or to register for the following Community Education classes please contact the Henning Public School at 583-2927, ext. 8000.   Registration and payment can be mailed to Henning Community Education, 500 School Ave., Henning, MN 56551. Beginner Scrapbooking Preserve your photo memories – with a fabulous keepsake. You have lots of life’s moments, on your… Read More

Spencer McGrew, Otter Tail County AIS Specialist and chair of the Statewide Aquatic Invasive Species Advisory Committee (SAISAC) called on lawmakers to reconsider proposed Local Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Aid cuts.  McGrew testified before the Minnesota State Senate Taxes Committee on March 25 to address the proposed funding reductions that threaten Minnesota’s successful AIS prevention… Read More

Weichert, Realtors – Paulson Land Company is proud to announce that multiple agents from its brokerage were honored by the national franchise organization, Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., for their exceptional real estate performance in 2024. The following agents were recognized for their sales achievements in 2024, based on gross commission income or units closed: • Tim… Read More

Minnesota Veterans Homes – Fergus Falls Residents are grateful for a donation aimed at keeping them active, entertained and healthy. Runningen Furs—a locally family-owned business—recently donated $2,826 to the Fergus Falls Veterans Home’s Recreation Fund. This donation was the latest in a series of gifts to honor Veteran Ruben Runningen, a Resident of the Home from… Read More

DNR has reached nearly 1,000 participants but there is still room for more Last January, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources launched a new enrollment program for private woodland owners to participate in the forest inventory program, aimed at developing a broader understanding of Minnesota’s forests across all landscapes. Minnesotans responded enthusiastically, with more than 800 private… Read More

Local legislator honored for work with rural EMS programs During the Minnesota Ambulance Association (MMA) Stars of Life Event on March 18, Senator Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) was recognized as a 2025 Legislator of the Year. This award is presented to members who are champions for the needs of the state’s emergency medical services (EMS)… Read More

5 years ago Monday, March 31, 2020 Citizen’s Advocate For many emergency personnel throughout Otter Tail County, it wasn’t just a matter of if, but when a confirmed case of coronavirus was reported in one of the largest county’s in the state. On Sunday morning, the Minnesota Department of Health confirmed the first positive text for coronavirus… Read More