Approximately 15 stone monuments damaged By Tucker Henderson Reporter Cemeteries are often considered a sacred resting place, a sanctuary to grieve and visit lost family and friends. Usually, those consecrated plots of land dotting cities and countryside are respected. Unfortunately, there are those few times when cemeteries are not treated with the proper care from visitors and… Read More

By Chad Koenen Publisher The New York Mills tax levy will increase in 2025, but when compared to neighboring communities, property owners within the city’s limits can breathe a sigh of relief. During its regularly scheduled meeting last week, the NY Mills City Council approved a 3.66 percent increase in its 2025 tax levy over the 2024… Read More

Award recognizes excellence in arts, academics, athletics By Tucker Henderson Reporter New York Mills School recently announced this year’s Triple A Award winners as Ayla Olson and Isaac Kawlewski. This award goes to students engaged in the areas of academics, arts and athletics in their senior year of high school. Students must maintain a grade point average… Read More

Author to focus on finishing her personal essays in town By Tucker Henderson Reporter Despite the cold and snowy weather of central Minnesota, the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center still attracts artists to their residency program, even in the middle of frigid December. This month’s artist in residence is a native Minnesotan and is no… Read More

Goal is to have work on 4-H building done by June fair By Matthew Johnson Reporter Plans are underway to remodel the Wadena County 4-H building at the Wadena County Fairgrounds into a fully operational community center, possibly before the county fair in June. That was the overarching message brought to the Wadena County Board of Commissioners… Read More

Local vets home is located in Fergus Falls By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Many military veterans from Otter Tail County are fortunate to be living at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls. This facility receives rave reviews as a leader in skilled nursing care delivery. The holidays are a special time to point out that the… Read More

Longest Night Music Festival is set for Dec. 21 The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is hosting its 16th annual Longest Night Music Festival on Saturday, Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. The Longest Night is a celebratory live music event that brings together an eclectic group of beloved local and regional musical artists to each play… Read More

Contributed photos New York Mills students were recently honored as part of the annual Veterans Day poster and essay contest. The contest is sponsored by the NY Mills VFW Auxiliary for students in grades 3-6. Above: Fourth grade: Anora Knutson(first place), Emma Felix (second place), Sydney Doucette (third place), Jayden Wood (fourth place), and Ava… Read More

County Commissioner Lee Rogness has been honored with the 2024 Outstanding Service Award by the Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC). This prestigious award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication to county government and the Association. Commissioner Rogness’s career has been defined by a strong focus on the agribusiness community, where he previously served… Read More

Perham Living has announced that Annette Riestenberg, RN, has been honored with the prestigious DAISY Award. This recognition highlights Annette’s compassion, wisdom, and desire to uplift others, including both residents and colleagues.  The DAISY Award recognizes nurses who demonstrate extraordinary care and make a difference in their communities, and Riestenberg is a shining example of what… Read More