NYM student is a member of the Ottertail Boy Scouts By Tucker Henderson Reporter Although Aidan Krosch completed his Eagle Scout project in the fall of 2024, he still had some requirements that needed to be completed and submitted to the Eagle Board of Review. During an Eagle Ceremony on Sunday, Jan. 25, he was honored… Read More

Surveys to help set goals for future of NY Mills By Tucker Henderson Reporter For any city that wants to maintain growth and cultivate economic development, a strategic framework for future goals is important to have as a guide. In New York Mills, the most recent framework from 2017 has had nearly all of its goals met… Read More

Contributed photo Shauna Geiser and Rose Tumberg recently picked up their 50th career varsity win together at a wrestling meet. On Saturday, Geiser became the first female wrestler for New York Mills to qualify for state. 

Simon spoke during luncheon at state newspaper convention By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Retired Otter Tail County Auditor-Treasurer Wayne Stein said he worked with the Minnesota Secretary of State Office for many years and added that they always were focused on fairness of elections.  “Wayne and I worked often together to ensure voter fairness in both… Read More

Grant applications  sought through February 26 Environmental sustainability, social change that advances equity, and civic engagement are vital for a healthy, resilient region. West Central Initiative created these grant opportunities with those priorities in mind. • Environmental Sustainability Grants will support community-led projects and nonprofits with a focus on sustainability and climate initiatives.   • Social Change Grants will support… Read More

Trail connects Perham and Pelican Rapids through Maplewood State Park Otter Tail County has been named the winner of the 2025 Minnesota County Engineers Association (MCEA) Special Project of the Year award for the Heart of the Lakes Trail. The award recognizes the county’s completion of a 30-mile trail connecting Perham and Pelican Rapids through Maplewood… Read More

A 22-year-old Perham man is facing felony attempted murder charges after breaking into a woman’s apartment and stabbing her multiple times at approximately 10:16 a.m., on Saturday, Feb. 8, according to the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office. Cyrus Lee Olson allegedly forced entry into the apartment of a 45-year-old Perham woman. Olson was seen actively stabbing… Read More

Embrace warmth, creativity and connection this winter at the second annual Hygge Market, happening Saturday, Feb. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center.  This unique event, which falls on Valentine’s Day this year, invites the community to slow down, savor the winter season, and celebrate the Danish concept… Read More

Reimbursement possible for water testing,harvest supplies The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for the Produce Safety Mini-grant. This funding opportunity helps reimburse produce growers for expenses that improve on-farm food safety systems. The MDA anticipates awarding approximately $30,400. Awardees will receive reimbursement of up to $800 per farm. No matching funds are required…. Read More

Contributed photo The New York Mills JV Knowledge Bowl teams competed in Parkers Prairie at a meet on Monday, Feb. 2. The team consisting of Zeke Geiser, Shauna Geiser, Autumn Salo, Wolf Kawleski and Garrett Uselman placed fourth, only two points behind the second place team. While Hazel Dykhoff, Julie Seim, Royce Lorentz, Cam Lenz… Read More