Martin and Helen Mursu celebrate 75th anniversary By Tucker Henderson Editor One unique milestone that not many couples have reached, was recently surpassed by a lifelong couple, who were born, lived and certainly hope to die here in the New York Mills area. Just over 75 years ago, in a quiet and unassuming ceremony set in… Read More

By Tucker Henderson Reporter The New York Mills Apostolic Lutheran Church is gearing up for a Lenten Fish Fry Fundraiser that will be held in their church on Friday, April 11 from 5-7 p.m. Proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit youth and families attending Bible camp in July. “Every year there’s a family camp put on by… Read More

Photo by Tucker Henderson New York Mills kindergarten students invited some special friends to class last week for the annual Donuts with Grownups event in the elementary school. The day featured a variety of activities, games, and of course, donuts.

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent A social worker pilot program was approved March 25 by the five-person Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners. The service aims to avoid the need for commitment and to enable the proposed patient to voluntarily engage in needed treatment.  The action by the county board follows 2024 legislative approval of a… Read More

Photo by Tucker Henderson The New York Mills second graders continued a long-standing tradition of presenting a variety of performances as part of the annual poetry cafe at the school. The students recited a number of poems as part of the activity which was open to family and friends. 

OTC resident scammed out of close to $80,000 By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent On March 27 a county resident, sadly, called a scammer who the county resident believed was an actual Microsoft employee. Personal bank information was given out and the resident of Otter Tail County lost close to $80,000. If a computer is locked up,… Read More

By Samantha Siedow Report for Minnesota A pilot program that aims to address a shortage of cancer care in rural Minnesota would receive funding under legislation being considered at the State Capitol. The “rural cancer gap” describes a trend in preventable deaths from cancer being higher in rural areas than in urban communities. Though death rates for cancer… Read More

By Elias Thomas Report for Minnesota Supporters of proposed legislation that would prohibit future sales of dogs and cats at pet stores say it would ensure that animals are treated well and protect consumers while not harming current store owners.  The bill, which was heard by the House commerce committee on Tuesday, April 1, has a grandfather clause… Read More

Audrey Weller, Lucey Minten, Ella Horn, Caroline Schwantes and Maggy Weller were crowned as the 2025 East Otter Tail County Midwest Dairy Association Dairy Princess Ambassadors.  The coronation was held at Mills Lanes and Lucky Strike Grill on March 30.  Audrey is the daughter of Brad and Bridget Weller of New York Mills, Lucey is the… Read More

Meeting included time for residents to ask questions On Monday March 31, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners hosted a well-attended open house in Henning, bringing together residents and county staff for an evening of meaningful discussions and community engagement. Representatives from multiple county departments shared updates on services and upcoming projects. Bob Ehlert from… Read More