Contributed photos The Trinity Center in Henning has remained busy throughout the month of December as it hosted a three-stringed concert led by Nikki LeMire earlier this month. LeMire was assisted by the Robert and Mabel Herbranson family singing Norwegian Christmas songs in Norwegian sweaters and also leading those in attendance in a sing along… Read More

Photos by Chad and Dani Koenen Henning transformed into a winter wonderland on Saturday for the annual Henning Santa Day and lighted parade. The day featured Santa Claus visiting children of all ages at the Landmark Center (above), before the streets of Henning came alive for the annual lighted Christmas parade (below). The parade featured a number… Read More

City utility rates to see small increase in 2025 By Chad Koenen Publisher Henning taxpayers could see a jump in their city taxes for the second straight year.  During its regularly scheduled meeting last week, the Henning City Council approved a 20 percent increase in its tax levy.  Last year the Henning City Council approved an identical 20… Read More

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.