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  • Comedian Rob Fairbanks to perform at Cultural Center

    | Published on September 30, 2025 at 3:17pm GMT+0000 Tucker Henderson| Author: Tucker Henderson

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    The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center will present a special evening of live comedy with Rob Fairbanks on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.  This performance is part of the Cultural Center’s 2025 Fall Performing Arts series, offering audiences a night of uplifting, original comedy in a welcoming, community-oriented environment…. Read More

  • Perham man arrested for solicitation of prostitution

    | Published on September 30, 2025 at 3:15pm GMT+0000 Tucker Henderson| Author: Tucker Henderson

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    A Perham man was arrested for solicitation of prostitution after he contacted a business in New York Mills looking for a massage. According to a release from the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office, on September 19 at approximately 12:21 p.m. the sheriff’s office assisted the New York Mills Police Department with arresting Larry Mcclendon, Jr., age… Read More

  • Ronald McDonald RIDE donates $70,000 to Ronald McDonald House

    | Published on September 30, 2025 at 3:15pm GMT+0000 Tucker Henderson| Author: Tucker Henderson

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    Contributed photo The Ronald McDonald RIDE committee recently presented a check to the Ronald McDonald House staff for $70,000. The money was raised as part of the annual Ronald McDonald RIDE that was held in June in New York Mills.  

  • NYM Class of 1961 holds 64th high school reunion

    | Published on September 30, 2025 at 3:13pm GMT+0000 Tucker Henderson| Author: Tucker Henderson

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    Contributed photo The New York Mills High School Class of 1961 met on Sept. 6 at the Apostolic Lutheran Church for their 64th class reunion. Attending the reunion was: Front row: Gerald Blom, Kathy (Oman) Perala and Reuben Newberg. Back row: Dennis Mielke, Jim Keskitalo, Daryl Huwe, Robert Haman, Alice (Bentley) Anderson, Mary Ann (Braukmann)… Read More

  • Welcoming Week held in Otter Tail County

    | Published on September 30, 2025 at 3:09pm GMT+0000 Tucker Henderson| Author: Tucker Henderson

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    By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Fergus Falls, in harmony with residents from throughout Otter Tail County, celebrated Welcoming Week from Sept. 12-21. Organizers emphasized the importance of building multiracial democracies. Otter Tail County is one of many rural areas across the nation inviting residents to host events that deepen understanding and connection among community members who… Read More

  • WCI distributes $360,000 in grant funds from the Otto Bremer Trust 

    | Published on September 30, 2025 at 3:06pm GMT+0000 Tucker Henderson| Author: Tucker Henderson

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    Seven local nonprofits received grants of up to $75,000  West Central Initiative was selected by the Otto Bremer Trust as a philanthropic intermediary partner to administer and distribute funds through its Community Responsive Fund.   “These dedicated organizations are meeting critical needs while also building long-term strength for our region,” said West Central Initiative Grants Officer… Read More

  • NYM Adopt a Class returns for 2025-26 school year

    | Published on September 30, 2025 at 3:04pm GMT+0000 Tucker Henderson| Author: Tucker Henderson

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    New York Mills Elementary is excited to once again partner with local businesses for the 2025-26 school year. The main goal for the Adopt-A-Class program is to build relationships between NY Mills businesses, students, teachers, and the community.   The program is meant to provide opportunities for students to display art/classroom work for NY Mills community… Read More

  • Bipartisan legislation expands respite care options for children with disabilities

    | Published on September 30, 2025 at 3:03pm GMT+0000 Tucker Henderson| Author: Tucker Henderson

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    Families across Minnesota caring for children with disabilities will soon have access to expanded support services. During the 2025 legislative session, Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) authored bipartisan legislation to restore vital out-of-home respite services. Senate File 446 gives families the opportunity to take a temporary step back while ensuring their child continues to receive… Read More

  • Empowering Rural Voices: WCI announces Democracy Summit 

    | Published on September 30, 2025 at 2:46pm GMT+0000 Tucker Henderson| Author: Tucker Henderson

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    West Central Initiative will host community members, leaders, and changemakers from west central Minnesota and beyond at its Rural Democracy Summit 2025: Toward a Positive Rural Vision, which will be held Friday, Oct. 31, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the University of Minnesota Morris. “This gathering is a space to exchange ideas, build new… Read More

  • NYM VFW Auxiliary 3289 hosts annual rummage sale

    | Published on September 30, 2025 at 2:34pm GMT+0000 Tucker Henderson| Author: Tucker Henderson

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    Photos by Tucker Henderson The garages near Subway in New York Mills were filled with clothing and household items last week for the annual New York Mills VFW Auxiliary 3289 rummage sale. The rummage sale was held from September 26-28 with the proceeds benefitting the local youth and community programs. 

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