West Central Initiative welcomes Ben Schierer as Director of Civic Partnerships and Griffin Peck as Climate Resilience Officer, bolstering the organization’s regional development work. Schierer will engage with government entities, communities, and organizations to foster strong public-sector partnerships and advocate for regional needs at legislative levels. Peck will spearhead efforts to help communities adapt to… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen Auctioneer Tim Erp rattled off a cadence during the annual Ottertail Community Auction on Saturday evening in Ottertail. The auction featured everything from gift baskets to gift certificates and getaway packages. Proceeds raised from the auction will benefit the Ottertail community. A final total of money raised at the auction was not… Read More

East, West Otter Tail County Fairs to be held this week By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent This summer’s West Otter Tail County Fair in Fergus Falls drew in youth 4-H members, similar to other county fairs, with a rich tradition of 4-H participation from generation to generation. Every summer thousands of 4-H members take part in… Read More

Photo by Tucker Henderson The Schiffelly Puppets (and Jim and Shelley) put on a show at the New York Mills Library on Thursday morning. The family-friendly event featured a number of different puppets and was sponsored by the NY Mills Library and Viking Library System in part, or whole, with monies from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural… Read More

New York Mills Lions Club member begins two-year term as director By Tucker Henderson Reporter Bert Nelson, New York Mills, was recently elected as one of the newest International Directors for the Lions Clubs International at a convention held in Australia in June. Nelson has been involved with the Lions organization since he joined the local NY Mills… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen Candy was falling from the sky during the annual Lund Mania and Summer Celebration parade on Friday night (above). Children of all ages quickly scooped up the candy, oftentimes before it even hit the ground, during the parade. The parade brought to a close a busy day in the New York Mills… Read More

A portion of each sale to benefit people in need By Chad Koenen Publisher Lucille Schik left an impact and legacy on the New York Mills community far beyond her 11 years of life. Schik passed away from a valiant battle with cancer on May 25, but not before capturing the hearts of the area as… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent For the past several years Otter Tail County has received regional praise for the success of its sheriff department’s K9 dog program. In February 2024 Mojo, 10, a Dutch shepherd dog, officially retired. Replacing Mojo was a Jocko, a one-year-old Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd cross. On Tuesday, July 9, the county board… Read More

By Chad Koenen Publisher For the second time in as many months the New York Mills City Council held a public hearing regarding three parking ordinances within the city limits. During its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday night, the city council held a public hearing and later approved three parking ordinances including an ordinance regulating how long… Read More

Longtime RN receives DAISY Award Perham Living is excited to announce that Heidi Coleman, RN, one of the facility’s most dedicated and compassionate nurses, has been honored with the prestigious DAISY Award. This recognition is a testament to her unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care and her positive impact on residents and colleagues. In nominating Colemanfor… Read More