New rules would also clarify the regulations for anglers on border waters Minnesota anglers would be able to keep four walleyes instead of six in a proposal by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to update a statewide inland water walleye fishing regulation that’s been in place since 1956. The rule change if approved, would go into… Read More

Further clarification is needed for a Wednesday, Dec. 31 article in the New York Mills Dispatch entitled “Ottertail receives $300,000 donation from Kenny, Kim Nelson family. The article stated the Nelson family donated $300,000 to the City of Ottertail for a number of causes within the community, including the Ottertail Business and Community Association, the… Read More

Salo graduates from University of Jamestown Kenna Salo graduated from the University of Jamestown at the end of the fall 2025 semester. Salo, of New York Mills, Minnesota, earned a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction. University of Jamestown is consistently ranked as a top regional university in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. Founded… Read More

An Otter Tail County appraiser is recognized for his quick thinking and compassion after helping save a person’s life while working in the field. Todd Finkelson, an appraiser with the Otter Tail County Assessor’s Office, stopped at a rural property for a routine visit. During a conversation with the property owner, the individual made alarming statements… Read More

West Central Initiative has been selected as one of 25 Community Host organizations for the 2026 Weaver Awards, a national initiative of Weave: The Social Fabric Project at the Aspen Institute.  The Weaver Awards are part of a constellation of activities designed to celebrate and support weavers—everyday neighbors who are building relationships, strengthening belonging, and weaving… Read More

Senator Jordan Rasmusson has announced his intention to seek reelection in the Minnesota Senate for District 9, which includes communities in Douglas, Grant, Otter Tail, Traverse, and Wilkin counties. “The past year has made one thing clear: leadership isn’t measured by slogans or theatrics—it’s measured by results,” said Rasmusson. “Our communities deserve proven conservative leadership that… Read More

Grab your snowshoes or rent a pair of from Glendalough State Park and come see the park in winter. On Saturday, Jan. 31, join state park staff for a family-friendly adventure on snowshoes.  Meet at the Council Ring below the Sunset Lake trailhead parking lot at 10 a.m. Volunteers will have a fire going while participants… Read More

Resident purchased gift cards to finalize car sale By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent  A resident of Otter Tail County, on Jan. 2, was scammed and lost $100 while thinking he was finalizing a car purchase online. The county resident forwarded $100 worth of gift cards to the scammer, believing that the would-be seller would come… Read More

The Ground House opens Sunday in former SISU Nutrition building By Tucker Henderson Reporter Tucked inside the former Sisu Nutrition building on Main Avenue, begins a new chapter of healing and community wellness as The Ground House fills the space. Lisa Finck started her journey learning about modern medicine years ago after working at a clinic… Read More

Yoga studio makes a home in NYM By Tucker Henderson Reporter Stressors and trauma are ever-present in today’s modern age of technology and societal expectations of always moving and always working, much to the detriment of individual health. As a result, holistic wellness providers such as Bobbi Jo Hamilton of New York Mills, are becoming more utilized… Read More