County DWI Court was established in 2008 Each day, Otter Tail County’s Justice and Safety teams engage with individuals affected by substance use and mental health disorders—challenges that often underlie criminal behavior. Many individuals cycle in and out of the justice system without effective intervention. Otter Tail County Treatment Courts break that cycle through accountability,… Read More

During Child Foster Care Month, Otter Tail County is asking individuals and families to consider becoming foster parents. With the number of children needing safe, stable homes increasing, there is a need for caring foster families. “Otter Tail County prioritizes placing children with relatives whenever possible; family restoration is our ultimate goal,” shared Stephanie Olson, Human… Read More

Hands-on activity for all ages with local Goeden’s Greenhouse owner, Matt. Please note there are four class dates to choose from. An entertaining and interactive planting presentation exploring how to grow stunning flower displays. Great for a family activity with the kids! Also a perfect idea for couples to have a unique date night. Class fee is $22/person… Read More

Otter Tail County is pleased to announce the first round of grant recipients for the Opioid Settlement Fund, marking a significant step in addressing the opioid crisis in our communities. Through the dedication of the Otter Tail County Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Council and the County Board of Commissioners, $400,000 in funding has been awarded… Read More

Jim Bainer, a recently retired diesel instructor at M State, has been inducted into the Minnesota State Transportation Center of Excellence Hall of Fame. The award commemorates lifetime contributions to transportation education in Minnesota. Bainer retired in January after 20 years of teaching at M State, where he was well-known as a skilled and dedicated Diesel… Read More

5 years ago Tuesday, May 5, 2020 Citizen’s Advocate In a time of social distancing, community and school members did their part to help the Alma Stueve family celebrate her 95th birthday in style at the end of April. Since visitors are not being allowed inside assisted living facilities like Willow Creek Assisted Living in Henning, school… Read More

Contributed photo The Henning fifth grade Math Masters team competed against 65 other students at a competition in Staples on April 25. Mac Dilly placed eighth in the individual rounds. Team members included: Makayla Menze, Hannah Weller, Svea Hanson, Mac Dilly, Naomi Kodadek and Johanna Saari. 

Photos by Dan Broten The Henning Reading Club hosted its annual senior tea with the female graduates of Henning High School. The students and their mothers enjoyed tear, snacks and a time of fellowship prior to the Henning High School graduation on Friday, May 23. The event was held at the Landmark Center. 

Ordinance to mirror one approved by OT County By Chad Koenen Publisher A new rental ordinance will soon put in place basic regulations for vacation homes in the heart of lakes country.  During its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, April 17, the Ottertail City Council formally adopted a new vacation home rental ordinance. The city’s hope was… Read More

Photo by Chad Koenen The red carpet was working overtime as a total of 33 groups were escorted through grand march at Thumper Pond in Ottertail on Saturday. The annual grand march kicked off the prom festivities for Henning School students under the theme of “Red Carpet.” Among those participating in grand march was Parker Samuelson… Read More