The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Marion Lake, near Richville in Otter Tail County. A lake user contacted the DNR after finding an adult zebra mussel attached to a native mussel in Marion Lake. A DNR invasive species specialist found juvenile zebra mussels attached to the dock at… Read More

Floren performed as part of the Otter Tail Power Company 75th anniversary By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent In 1984 Otter Tail Power Company celebrated its 75th anniversary by distributing free concert tickets for customers in Otter Tail County to attend accordionist Myron Floren performances. Floren was widely known for his three decades with the acclaimed Lawrence Welk… Read More

Magnifi Financial celebrates record-breaking response in Teacher Wishlist Sweepstakes Magnifi Financial, has announced the success of its annual Teacher Wishlist Sweepstakes, which ran from July 8 to August 14. This year, Magnifi Financial received a record-breaking 950 nominations, each with heartfelt stories about the extraordinary teachers who inspire and nurture our students daily. The Teacher Wishlist… Read More

The Otter Tail County Commissioners invite all community members to the upcoming open house at the Government Services Center, 500 West Fir Avenue in Fergus Falls. The event will take place on Monday, Sept. 16, from 7-9 p.m. This open house is an opportunity for residents to engage with their county commissioners and learn more about… Read More

Archery in the Parks program to take place at Molly Stark picnic shelter Aim for daring family adventure at an Archery in the Parks program. Learn how to shoot a bow on Saturday, Sept, 21 at Glendalough State Park. For thousands of years, archery has been a popular sport and important life skill. Beginners can learn… Read More

Program for broadband assistance Staying connected to local resources and emergency services can improve and possibly save lives. Access to local emergency services and community resources is also vital to all residents. The federal Lifeline program provides discounts to help low-income residents connect to the nation’s broadband and phone networks to find jobs, access health care… Read More

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center’s Fall 2024 Live Music Series kicks off with San Francisco-based trio Thrown-Out Bones, on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m.  Attend the show at the Cultural Center’s intimate listening-room-style gallery space for this talented multi-genre band that explores everything from jazz to funk to rock.  With seven cross-country tours under… Read More

For the first time since the early 1900s, the Sebeka Menahga Review Messenger is under new ownership. On August 28, Chad and Dani Koenen purchased the Sebeka Menahga Review Messenger from Tim Bloomquist. The family owned community newspaper has been in the Bloomquist family for 119 years. “We are looking forward to being a part of the… Read More

School underway at New York Mills School District By Tucker Henderson Reporter As the New York Mills School District starts another year of instruction, it also welcomes five new teachers into the fold. With a variety of backgrounds and experiences, these teachers will share their knowledge with students this school year. The Special Education team will… Read More

Population study shows enrollment to be similar to 10 years ago By Chad Koenen Publisher After years of dramatic growth within the New York Mills School District, enrollment is expected to take a slight dip over the next 10 years.  During its regularly scheduled meeting last week, the NY Mills School Board heard a projected enrollment presentation from… Read More