County Auditor to retire after 42 years of state and county work Otter Tail County announces the retirement of Wayne Stein, a lifelong resident of Fergus Falls, after a remarkable 42-year career dedicated to public service. Stein’s contributions to Otter Tail County and his commitment to public service will be celebrated at a public retirement… Read More

Samantha Siedow Report for Minnesota A proposal at the Minnesota Capitol to increase criminal penalties for people who assault firefighters, paramedics and other emergency medical personnel was aired in a Senate committee after a man received a nine month sentence for attacking a Hennepin County paramedic last July.  Tyereh Dontrell House received the sentence after throwing a… Read More

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is will host Caleigh, a Minnesota-based trio known for their vibrant fusion of world folk, Celtic, bluegrass, and American Old-Time music, for a special Irish concert on Saturday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. This event is part of the Cultural Center’s 2025 Winter/Spring Concert Series and is open… Read More

Online auctions to begin March 17 and go for 45 days The Otter Tail County Auditor-Treasurer’s Office is preparing for upcoming online auctions of tax-forfeited properties, which will allow individuals and businesses to purchase land within the county. Tax-forfeited properties default to the State of Minnesota ownership after three years of unpaid taxes. Otter Tail County… Read More

Love In the Name of Christ (Love INC) of Greater East Otter Tail County is excited to be planning a Community Gathering for Wednesday, March 12, at 11:30 a.m. at Crosspoint Alliance Church. This event features a light lunch of pizza and goodies and an opportunity to learn more about the mission of Love INC,… Read More

Dig out your butterfly and banana clips, platform shoes and vintage 90s attire because the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is bringing you the ultimate 90s Adult Prom on Saturday, March 22. This totally rad evening of nostalgia, music, and fun will take place at the NY Mills City Hall Ballroom from 7-11 p.m. Whether… Read More

Spring weight restrictions on Otter Tail County Highways went into effect at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, March 7, and will remain in effect until signs are removed. Those who have questions, need additional information, or would like to request a weight restriction map, can contact the Otter Tail County Highway Department at (218) 998-8470 or visit www.ottertailcounty.gov/news/2025-spring-weight-restrictions/

Minnesota North College announces the students recognized for academic achievement during the Fall 2023 semester. Congratulations to over 900 students that completed 12 or more credits while earning a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.25 or higher.    Among the local students named to the Dean’s List was Rachel Wulfekuhle, Ottertail. An affirmative action, equal opportunity employer… Read More

Ease of some restrictions approved in split decision by house committee Yvette Higgins Report for Minnesota Republican state lawmakers approved a pair of bills in a House committee last week to weaken restrictions on some uses of what are known as forever chemicals. The proposed changes are aimed at Amara’s Law, which passed in 2023. The law… Read More

Cresap is in his second year at M State in Fergus Falls By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Dave Cresap, former Perham High School boy’s basketball coach and now the head men’s basketball coach at Minnesota State Community and Technical College, Fergus Falls, was named the MCAC South Division Coach-of-the-Year for 2025. Cresap led his M State Spartans’… Read More