By Chad Koenen Publisher Alvina Shaw recently had a birthday celebration few people will ever realize—the Henning resident celebrated her 102nd birthday.  “I don’t know why I am still around. The good Lord must have a plan for me,” she recently joked.  In November Shaw, who officially turned 102 on November 3, celebrated with her extensive family and… Read More

Photo by Chad Koenen Henning senior Teigan Bjerke eclipsed the 1,000 career point mark after scoring 17 point at Bertha-Hewitt last week. He is the son of Matt and Skye Bjerke of Henning. For more information about the career milestone, check out page 9.

Fatal accident reported south of Ottertail By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Two roadway fatalities took place in Otter Tail County, one on Thursday, Dec. 5, and the other on Friday, Dec. 6. One fatality took place near Wall Lake, between Underwood and Fergus Falls, and the second fatal accident took place near Ottertail city. Sheriff deputies,… Read More

Solid waste point fee up $1 By Robert Williams Editor Otter Tail County has announced that County Commissioner Wayne Johnson (District 2) has been awarded the William Koniarski Transportation Advocate Award for 2024. This award, presented by the Minnesota Transportation Alliance, honors those who demonstrate exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to advancing Minnesota’s transportation infrastructure. “We… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent County Board Chairman Kurt Mortenson of rural Underwood, as a member of a advisory council and core planning workgroup, is proud to see usage of Opioid Settlement Funds to save lives and support strategies to fight the opioid and substance use. Mortenson commented about this subject during the county board meeting… Read More

Schwartz retires from VFD after 32 years By Chad Koenen Publisher Wayne Schwartz was honored for his years of service on the Vining Fire Department, an honor made even more special as the person presenting him the award was not only the fire chief, but his son Adam.  Wayne has been a member of the Vining Fire Department… Read More

Contributed photo The Ottertail Lakers 4H has been named as the the 2023-24 East Ottertail Club of the Year. Club of the year is based upon individual and club members, community, club, county fair and star participation throughout the 4-H year.The Ottertail Lakers celebrated with cake and ice cream at their November meeting.

DNR needs information for state study on bears The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is asking hunters and other recreationists spending time outdoors this fall to report the locations of occupied bear dens they encounter in and around the Brainerd and Duluth areas. Bear researchers with the DNR and University of Minnesota Duluth hope to… Read More

US Senator represents western Minnesota Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach recently spoke at the Minnesota Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. She is grateful for the work and strength of the agriculture community, both here in Minnesota’s Seventh Congressional District, and across the state and country. “I was pleased to be able to join the Minnesota Farm Bureau’s annual meeting,” Fischbach… Read More

Lee Rogness, a dedicated public servant and Otter Tail County Commissioner since 2009, has served the Fergus Falls area during his 16-year tenure. An advocate for economic and community development, Rogness spearheaded many initiatives such as the Big Build rebate program, enhanced workforce opportunities, expanded broadband access, addressed childcare needs, and improved county residents’ quality… Read More