The Prairie Spy Alan “Lindy” Linda A trip out to Finn Creek for the annual celebration reminded me of several things regarding my experiences here with people of Finnish origins. Some of those  experiences I had when I moved up here in ‘73. I worked for the local Coop, which was the Co-op back when we were improperly… Read More

Ask A Trooper Sgt. Jesse Grabow Question: What are the laws or rules when it comes to drivers who tailgate? What can a person do to keep them from putting lives in danger? I haven’t heard or read anything for a long time about the 3 second rule, is that still a recommendation?  Answer:  Great questions, I believe… Read More

Library Happenings Henning School This week we are featuring books from the “Black Lagoon” series. These books are second and third grade reading level books.   They are full of funny illustrations and great humor and written by Mike Thaler and illustrated by Jared Lee.   Our first book is “Back To School Fright” from the Black… Read More

Thank you, thank you. Just wanted to thank all of the volunteers who worked so hard to make “Demo Derby” and  “Otterfest” such a huge success this year.      Mayor Ron Grobeck, Ottertail City

By Bev Johnson Master Gardener There are two diseases of ornamental and fruit trees that can leave homeowners tearing their hair out. The first is fire blight. This attacks apple, pear and mountain ash trees. Your tree will look as though it has been scorched. The affected branch will have blackened leaves and blossoms and the… Read More

The Prairie Spy Alan “Lindy” Linda “Listen, Lady Kenmore, I have here an official Appliance Bureau of Investigation warrant to search you for hidden information regarding your dalliance with Dave Lennox the Furnace!” Lady Kenmore the Dryer giggled at me and said something about me being silly because I’m never getting under her skirts. Search warrant or no… Read More

Henning Happenings Chad Koenen The Koenen family attended three parades last weekend to bring our busy summer of celebrations to a close.  This summer we went eight parades, most of which we attended to take pictures for the Henning, New York Mills and Frazee-Vergas newspapers. To be honest we probably would have attended a few more… Read More

To the Editor, I watched and listened to former President Trump give his Texas CPAC speech.  The usual self aggrandizing, complaints of victimization, continued promotion of the Big Lie, name calling, bullying and lying were, as always, disturbing.  As the Magas cheered and whooped, I was reminded of something I’d heard about large crowds. When making… Read More

Landmark Center Dan Broten The annual Landmark Center Corn and Brat Feed is this Friday, Aug. 26 at the Landmark Center. The event will be held from 5-7 p.m.  Join us for a free-will meal including fresh sweet corn, grilled brats by Doug Trana, live music by Keith and Aaron Johnson, silent auction items and root… Read More

Library Happenings Henning School August 31 is national Eat Outside day. In honor of that we are featuring the book “How Do Ants Know When You’re Having a Picnic?” written by Joanne Settee and Nancy Baggett.   The jacket cover of this book reads, “An ant that is out scouting for food happens to run across… Read More