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  • DC FD to purchase new tanker truck

    | Published on December 8, 2022 at 5:20pm GMT+0000 Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen

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    Deer Creek to seek grant for well house project By Chad Koenen Publisher A new tanker truck will soon be on the way for the Deer Creek Fire Department. During its regularly scheduled meeting last Monday night, the Deer Creek City Council finalized the purchase of a new tanker truck to add to the local fire department’s fleet. … Read More

  • Ottertail Lakers 4-H get ready for Christmas

    | Published on December 8, 2022 at 5:19pm GMT+0000 Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen

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    Contributed photo The Ottertail Lakers 4-H club helped the Ottertail Chamber place the city decorations at the Ottertail city park  on Sunday, Nov. 20. The club also assisted the Ottertail Lions during the pancake breakfast during Otter dazzle. They also helped with the turkey bowling. 

  • County government solves problems

    | Published on December 8, 2022 at 5:17pm GMT+0000 Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen

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    New county garage being constructed near Pelican Rapids By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners has a reputation of working in a bipartisan manner to address a problem and find a solution for the betterment of county residents. Such was the case in 2021 when the county board purchased land near Pelican… Read More

  • NYM VFW, wrestling team host big buck, big doe contest

    | Published on December 8, 2022 at 5:13pm GMT+0000 Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen

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    Contributed photos The 2022 New York Mills wrestling big buck/big doe contest was held at the NY Mills VFW recently. Organizers wanted to thank all of the sponsors, volunteers, the NY Mills VFW and everyone who came out to support the wrestling program.A total of 26 gun winners were announced during the contest. Big buck… Read More

  • Cultural Center unveils new Finnish exhibit

    | Published on December 8, 2022 at 4:57pm GMT+0000 Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen

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    The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center will unveil a new gallery exhibit on Wednesday. The new exhibit will go from Dec. 7-31 and feature pictures from Finland. An open house reception is planned for Friday, Dec. 16 from 4-6 p.m. “Window to the World” is a travel experience program offered by the NY Mills Regional… Read More

  • NYM Elementary band students of the month

    | Published on December 8, 2022 at 4:53pm GMT+0000 Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen

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    Contributed photos Above: Fifth grade band students of the quarter include Kaylynn and Matthew. Kaylynn is always ready to help the other flute players and answer questions. She is great at remembering her lessons and practicing her flute. Matthew didn’t mind staying behind to help a friend who was going to be late. He is… Read More

  • One watershed and one plan in Otter Tail County

    | Published on December 8, 2022 at 4:47pm GMT+0000 Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen

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    Watershed philosophy developed in 2017 continues to work well locally By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent In 2017 Otter Tail County and area counties adopted the philosophy of “One Watershed, One Plan.” Five years later, this philosophy is working well. This plan utilizes the existing structures of county government, soil and water conservation districts and watershed districts while… Read More

  • VFW makes donation to wrestling team

    | Published on December 8, 2022 at 4:46pm GMT+0000 Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen

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    Contributed photo Dion Marweg, Senior Vice Commander at the VFW Post 3289 presented a check to Eric Niemi for the youth wrestling program

  • Dr. Stong joins staff at Perham Health

    | Published on December 8, 2022 at 4:45pm GMT+0000 Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen

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    Perham Health is pleased to introduce Jennifer Stong, MD. Dr. Stong specializes in family medicine and is qualified to care for the health care needs of the entire family, from infants to the elderly. She see patients at the Perham Clinic.  Dr. Stong received her medical degree from the University of Minnesota, St. Paul. She completed… Read More

  • Composting program makes an impact

    | Published on December 8, 2022 at 4:39pm GMT+0000 Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen

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    Program collects over 200,000 lbs. of compost Two programs started last spring are diverting large amounts of food waste from the landfill.  The Organics Recycling Pilot Program was started for locations that generate a substantial amount of food waste, such as schools, hospitals, healthcare facilities and restaurants. The Backyard Composting Program was started to help individuals and… Read More

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