Photo by Chad Koenen Hattie Dockter cracked a small smile after receiving her pre-k diploma on Tuesday night. Dockter received her diploma from New York Mills School Superintendent Blaine Novak. The night also featured a number of songs and plenty of time for pictures by family and friends. For more information about the pre-k graduation, check… Read More

Volunteers sought for AIS inspections By Tucker Henderson Reporter The lakes and streams in Otter Tail County are one of the area’s claims to fame, and more importantly, one of the most valuable natural resources. As volunteers for the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) test water quality in local lakes and streams, local residents have the opportunity… Read More

Programs to be held in NYM, Deer Creek By Tucker Henderson Reporter Memorial Day is often thought of as the herald of summer vacation, a long weekend off from work and the perfect time for a campfire. Though these all follow Memorial Day, they are not the true meaning of the holiday. Decoration Day as it was… Read More

Ottertail City Council hears update on annual year-end audit report By Chad Koenen Publisher Several dozen people filled the Ottertail City Hall last week to discuss one of Ottertail’s most recognizable features. During its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday night, the Ottertail City Council heard from landowners along the Otter Tail River and the Otter’s Tail.  The issue was… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen New York Mills pre-k students sang and performed a number of songs during Tuesday’s pre-k graduation ceremony at the school (above). The program was held in the school auditorium.

Contributed photo The New York Mills VFW Auxiliary installed its officers following its meeting on May 12. Officers include: First row: Myrna Baumgart, Julie Gustafson and Bonnie Marweg. Second row: Lynn Nesland, Shirley Quist and Karen Brasel. Third row: Amanda Weller, Celia Piippo, Kathy Rosenthal, Nancy Hendrickx and Judy Anderson.

Fergus Falls, Perham were among OTC drive-ins By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Long-time residents of Otter Tail County fondly recall drive-in theater days at  Perham, Fergus Falls and other locations. In 1946, following World War II, the number of outdoor theaters across the United States totaled only 155. Two years later, in 1948, the number had… Read More

Grants can be used to create programs, recruit employees Otter Tail County was awarded a $100,000 Youth Skills Training grant from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (MN DLI). The grant funding will be used to further the County’s Youth Workforce Navigation Program. This program will build the County’s future workforce by offering meaningful… Read More

Scammers are finding creative ways to trick local residents By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent The county Sheriff Office says residents of Otter Tail County, particularly senior citizens, need to continue to be vigilant and not become scam victims. If something seems too good to be true it probably is untrue, emphasize county deputies. An example is… Read More

Contributed photo New York Mills foreign exchange student Maria Garriga Matas came to tell the junior high geography class about her home and life in Spain. NY Mills was fortunate to have two wonderful exchange students this year.