State deer hunting opener set for November 4 More than 400,000 deer hunters are preparing for the firearms deer season that opens Saturday, Nov. 4. The season offers opportunities to spend time outdoors with friends and family, find adventure and put venison in the freezer. Deer hunting is the primary tool used to manage deer populations,… Read More

Rock star has strong ties to OTC By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Gary Puckett, who gained rock ‘n’ roll fame in the late 1960s, always appreciated his family ties to Otter Tail County, and Pelican Rapids in particular. This remains true to the present day for the rock star who still performs on a part-time basis…. Read More

OTC road projects wrapping up for 2023 By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent A motion on Oct. 10 by County Commissioner Dan Bucholz of Perham and seconded by Commissioner Bob Lahman of Parkers Prairie passed unanimously to authorize county highway department employees to use county vehicles for commuting during the winter months for checking road conditions. Commuting… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Henry Luther, a second-born son, met Karolina Haarstick who in 1911 lived about three miles east of the Luther farm northwest of Fergus Falls. They were married in May, 1912, one month before Henry’s older brother Christian married.  ¶  As promised, Sophie Luther transferred the farm ownership to Henry shortly… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent A grandparent in Vergas, north central Otter Tail County, lost several thousands of dollars after becoming a victim of what is known as “the grandchild in distress scam.” The scam was reported by sheriff deputies on Oct. 18. Minnesota grandparents often report a scam where a con artist talks to grandparents… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent  One person was injured in a one-vehicle accident on Oct. 14 east of Elizabeth on Highway 10. The injury was not serious. There were four people inside a pickup when the driver lost control of the vehicle  while driving along a curve in the roadway. Airbags were deployed when the accident… Read More

On Sunday, Oct. 15, a Membership Appreciation Lunch was held to honor the WWII Veterans and VFW Auxiliary Members with 45 or more years of service.  Family and guests gathered to honor Leo Bernu, Rowland Bauck and Clarence Paurus (all pictured above) and thanked them for showing true patriotism and guiding people, securing the future. Each… Read More

Protect yourself and your loved ones from costly utility scams by teaming up with Minnesota Energy Resources and law enforcement agencies across the state. Minnesota Energy Resources is partnering with police and sheriff’s departments across Minnesota to share the warning signs of utility scams on social media. The goal is to flood newsfeeds with this important… Read More

Organization serves nine counties in west central Minnesota Camille Pearson Walz has joined West Central Initiative as its Development Officer. An experienced philanthropic and business professional, Pearson Walz most recently led corporate philanthropy as a community relations business partner, where her focus was on creating awareness and impact through grantmaking and team member programs. Pearson… Read More

What could go wrong will at annual fall show There are so many things right about “The Play That Goes Wrong.” Hailed by critics as one of the funniest plays to ever hit Broadway, this award-winning comedy proves what wonderfully good fun it can be to watch a terribly bad show. From bumbling actors breaking props and forgetting… Read More