Four proposals being discussed by commissioners By Chad Koenen Publisher Do you want to have a voice in how the Otter Tail County Commissioner Districts are shaped for the next 10 years? Well, if that’s the case, you are in a bit of luck. During its regularly scheduled meeting last week, the New York Mills City Council heard… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent  Sheriff deputies, on April 12, arrested a man in connection with an April 10 shooting in Pelican Rapids. Arrested after a short pursuit in Redwood County in southwestern Minnesota was Phoutthasa Prathane. 36. The shooting victim survived and was treated at an area hospital. Deputies said the shooting incident in Pelican Rapids… Read More

Sheldon Monson has announced his campaign for the 2022 primary election in House District 5B. This newly formed House District includes Todd County and portions of Wadena, Morrison and Cass counties. “Through this election process, I have been contacted by countless supporters from around the district that have encouraged me to run in the primary election,”… Read More

A new Minnesota license plate celebrating agriculture was unveiled in February. In 2021, the Minnesota legislation passed the approval for the creation of the new plate to support young people.  The new plate will benefit Minnesota 4-H and Future Farmers of America (FFA) members. The plate is available starting and will cost $15.50. A minimum $20… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Youth archery is becoming more and more popular in Otter Tail County, with the support of 4-H and other organizations. This is the first year that students have been able to be trained in archery through Fergus Falls Community Education with a basic set of equipment owned by School District 544.  A… Read More

Contributed photo Cub Scout Pack 307 held their annual Pinewood Derby, as well as their Blue and Gold banquet on April 10 in Ottertail.  Scouts received their belt loops and pins along with patches they had earned throughout the year.  

Human trafficking is something most of people in the greater New York Mills area has heard about, but what is it exactly and how can we help those affected by it?  Caleb Monson, from New York Mills, is a missionary to victims of human trafficking and will be speaking about his work with victims on Saturday,… Read More

The movie “War Room” is a movie about the powerful weapon of prayer.   Everyone is invited to enjoy this movie on Sunday, May 1 at 7 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, New York Mills. Popcorn and snacks will be available.   This is a free event for everyone to attend and is open to the public.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ award-winning I Can! program resumes this summer with outdoor skill-building sessions held in more than 25 Minnesota state parks. Programs start Saturday, June 11, and continue through late August. Registration begins Thursday, April 14. Program offerings include: • I Can Camp! • I Can Paddle! • I Can Mountain Bike! • I Can Fish! The… Read More

Photos by Chad and Dani Koenen The Easter Bunny was busy on Saturday morning as children from across the region stopped by egg hunts in both New York Mills and Bluffton. The egg hunt in NY Mills was held inside the school, while the Bluffton egg hunt was held at the community park. In NY Mills,… Read More