By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent County commissioners, on Oct. 26, voted to proceed with a cautious approach to cleaning Ditch 25 near Big McDonald Lake, northwest of Dent and close to County Highway 35. Key issues are water quality and water quantity. Property owners north of Highway 35 would like to see Ditch 25 cleaned south of… Read More

Former para offers Host Home in rural Perham By Barbie Porter Editor, Frazee-Vergas Forum The Groff family of rural Frazee began adding strangers to their family in 2011. Lori and David Groff became a Host Home provider, which offers family-style living for individuals with  disabilities.  “Those we host become a part of our family in all aspects; living… Read More

Cultural Center to host singer on November 5 The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is hosting  Chris Koza in concert on Friday, Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Koza is a performing artist who utilizes his comforting and raw vocals to sway people into his compositions. A composer and performer, originally from the Pacific Northwest, Koza… Read More

Mothers Against Drunk Driving-Minnesota (MADD) held its Statewide Recognition Awards event on October 19, at the Earle Brown Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center.  MADD presents these awards to “honor and thank all of you for your dedicated services to Minnesota and your communities and for your partnership with MADD’s mission to end drunk driving and drugged driving.” … Read More

Tri-County Health Care is changing the COVID-19 test result notification process. In an effort to reduce clinical workload, negative test results will be predominantly communicated via MyChart and mail. Patients with positive test results will be contacted by phone and MyChart. It is strongly recommended that patients sign up and use MyChart. This service allows for… Read More

John Lindblom, DO, is the newest member of the Tri-County Health Care team. Dr. Lindblom practices osteopathic medicine and will see patients as a primary care provider. Osteopathic medicine brings a holistic approach to patient care – treating the entire person rather than just the symptoms. DOs focus on preventive care to help patients develop attitudes… Read More

Event to be held at NYM Cultural Center By Tucker Henderson Reporter A silent auction will be held at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center on Tuesday, Nov. 9 and bidding starts at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served and raffle ticket winners will be announced after the auction closes at 8:15 p.m.  The event is… Read More

Recreational use of off-highway vehicles (OHVs) will be restricted in some areas where hunters may use rifles during the firearms deer hunting season, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Vehicles affected by the restrictions include all-terrain vehicles, off-highway motorcycles and registered off-road vehicles such as four-wheel drive trucks that are not being used in… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent The driver of a vehicle was injured near the south side of Rush Lake at 5:07 a.m. on Oct. 23. The accident took place near the intersection of Highway 54 and Boys Shore Road. Sheriff deputies identified the victim as 19-year-old Presten Newborg of New York Mills.  Newborg lost control of his… Read More

NY Mills resident uses genetic testing to improve odds against cancer By Barbie Porter Editor  History can play a roll in one’s future. While Denise Mursu doesn’t have a crystal ball, she foresaw a future undergoing chemo treatments unless she took drastic measures.  The New York Mills resident explained her family history is abundant when it comes… Read More