The VFW Post 3289 Auxiliary met October 10 with 12 members present. Minutes from the September 12 meeting were approved, and the September 30 Treasurer’s Report was filed subject to audit. The General Orders Bulletin for October 2024 from the Department President was read and discussed.  The VFW National Home is celebrating 100 years and will commemorate… Read More

As the demand for renewable energy rises, the future of solar development on agricultural land is a growing concern for state and local governments.  A new fact sheet from the Center for Rural Affairs highlights the use of both solar energy generation and agricultural production on the same land. “Dual use is a great solution to alleviate… Read More

Contributed photo 10 year old Maximus Geiser of New York Mills shot this 10 pointer during the youth season with his grandpa Terry.

Deer carcass movement restrictions are in place for 14 deer permit areas located in southeastern and north-central Minnesota and the south metro area. Deer permit areas 604, 605, 642, 643, 644, 645, 646, 647, 648, 649, 655, 661, 679 and 684 together form the chronic wasting disease management zone. Hunters are not allowed to take… Read More

Contributed photos The New York Mills Trunk or Treat was held on Halloween night at Mills Country Market and had a record turnout of over 650 children from around the area with twelve groups handing out candy.

Photos by Chad Koenen Everything from superheroes to witches and some larger-than-life food items stopped by the Cultural Center in New York Mills on Saturday for the annual community Halloween party. The day featured a number of games in the downstairs of the Cultural Center, while a variety of arts and crafts were set up in… Read More

Inter-Glass walls to installed at Legried pool By Tucker Henderson Reporter Legried Community Pool in New York Mills is currently undergoing some extensive updates and improvements to renovate and revitalize the 40 plus year old main pool and wading pool. The updates were approved by the City of NY Mills in an effort to update and preserve… Read More

By Chad Koenen Publisher A now vacant lot in Ottertail could soon become a hub of activities for families throughout the Otter Tail County area. During its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, Oct. 17, the Ottertail City Council discussed an expansive Ottertail Family and Recreation Center project. The facility could be located in the Arvilla development, just… Read More

Youth group to be held at Trinity Lutheran Church By Tucker Henderson Reporter Trinity Lutheran Church in New York Mills hosted its first Wednesday Night Youth Group last week, which gives local youth between grades 7-12 the opportunity for fellowship and growth in faith this fall. The youth group, which will be held each Wednesday from October… Read More

Main factors for Pelican Rapids area campground denial were compatibility and environmental impact By Robert Williams Editor A conditional use permit application for a 25-unit commercial RV campground with 15 boat slips on Grove Lake in rural Pelican Rapids was denied unanimously by the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, Oct. 22. After conferring with the County… Read More