Lot is expected to be transformed into outdoor patio, additional parking By Chad Koenen Publisher A vacant lot in downtown Deer Creek could soon become home to an expanded outdoor seating area for Wet Woody’s Pub and Grub. During its regularly scheduled meeting last Monday night, the Deer Creek City Council approved selling the city-owned lot located in-between… Read More

Local food shelf had record number of visits in 2024 The month of March has for more than four decades been designated as Minnesota FoodShare Month, a statewide campaign to help organizations like the Henning Community Food Shelf raise funds and collect food donations to help neighbors in need. The local food shelf will again join… Read More

County and state officials meeting to discuss emergency management By Robert Williams Editor Otter Tail County Assistant Public Health Director Kristi Goos and Partnership 4 Health Dental Services Coordinator Jane Neubauer updated the Otter Tail Board of Commissioners on the Dental Innovations Program on Tuesday, Feb. 24 in Fergus Falls. According to Goos, the program began at a statewide… Read More

Yvette Higgins Report for Minnesota Rural Minnesotans often face long wait times when calling 911, and some state  lawmakers are looking to change that.  A bill by Rep. Natalie Zeleznikar, R-Fredenberg Township, would establish a grant program to help rural emergency medical service companies that are losing money. Zeleznikar said in an interview that people in Greater… Read More

Photos by Dani Koenen Pete the Cat stopped by the Henning School Library last Monday night to visit with local youth as part of an ECFE event. Pete the Cat read a book and led those in attendance through a variety of activities and games. 

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Many businesses in west central Minnesota are excited about the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). To help businesses realize the possibilities with AI, the Minnesota Newspaper Association (MNA) offered a zoom seminar on Feb. 27, presented by KeyMedia Solutions based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Korena Keys of KeyMedia focused on… Read More

Lund Boats, a leading manufacturer of aluminum and fiberglass fishing boats, has announced its new partnership with Indianapolis Colts wide receiver, Michael Pittman Jr., in an exclusive brand collaboration. The partnership underscores Lund Boats’ commitment to promoting an active, adventurous lifestyle on the water while aligning with a rising star known for his work ethic,… Read More

Contributed photo On Wednesday, Feb. 12, sheriffs from all over the state attended “Sheriff’s Day on the Hill” at the Minnesota State Capitol. Sheriffs met with several legislators to discuss issues and legislation affecting their community and public safety. Sheriff Barry Fitzgibbons also had the opportunity to meet with State Representative Tom Murphy and Senator… Read More

The East Otter Tail Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) was named SWCD of the Year at the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (MASWCD) annual two-day convention held in Bloomington, Minnesota, in early December. “The purpose of the award is to recognize and inspire leadership within the SWCDs that go above and beyond… Read More

For questions or to register for the following Community Education classes please contact the Henning Public School at 218-583-2927, ext. 8000.  Registration and payment can be mailed to Henning Community Education, 500 School Ave., Henning, MN 56551. • Estate Planning – This course attorney Robert Russell will cover ways to avoid guardianships and conservatorships through powers… Read More