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

Contributed photos Henning eighth (above) and fourth grade students (right) wore matching shirts in honor of their classmates who Down Syndrome last Monday in celebration of World Down Syndrome Day. Down Syndrome Day is celebrated each March 21, but school was canceled due to the state basketball tournament. 

New bill would require school districts to report when students miss several consecutive days Yvette Higgins Report for Minnesota Lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle are pushing for improved attendance reporting in schools to address frequent absences among Minnesota students.  A bill by Rep. Heather Keeler, DFL-Moorhead, and Rep. Ben Bakeberg, R-Jordan, would require schools… Read More

City seeks input what residents would like to see in town By Chad Koenen Publisher A wall in the Henning City Hall has been transformed into a giant list of possibilities for the future of Henning. The wall is covered with paper and notes about what residents and staff members want to see for the future… Read More

By Chad Koenen Publisher The Henning School District could be looking to develop a new strategic plan for the future. During its regularly scheduled meeting last Tuesday night, the Henning School Board discussed the potential of developing a new strategic plan for the school district. The previous strategic plan expired in 2020 and can help the school… Read More