By Chad Koenen Publisher One person was injured in a two-vehicle accident on Highway 10 and County Road 53 in-between New York Mills and Perham on Tuesday afternoon.  According to a report from the Minnesota State Patrol, a 2001 Sterling Straight Truck, driven by Kenneth Betts, age 40 of New York Mills, was eastbound on Highway 10… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Public Health Director Jody Lien provided background of the Prairie Lakes Community Health Board and recommended a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) during the Otter Tail County Board meeting two weeks ago. Late in 2024, Otter Tail County withdrew from its then-community health board PartnerSHIP 4 Health, along with Wilkin County. Both counties have… Read More

High-voltage lines expected to run through part of Otter Tail County By Robert Williams Editor Minnesota Power, Otter Tail Power Company, and Great River Energy are currently gathering information from the public to support the development of potential routes for the Maple River- Cuyana (MR-C) Transmission Project. Details of the project are to construct a new, approximately… Read More

Enrollment at Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) continues its upward trajectory this fall, with especially strong gains in high-demand healthcare fields. New student enrollment in M State’s health sciences programs has surged by 32%, while nursing programs have seen a 14% increase. “Our healthcare programs are thriving because we’re committed to providing students… Read More

Contributed photo Otter Tail County Sheriff Barry Fitzgibbons recognized Water Patrol Deputy Dave Weiss on his retirement from the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office after an incredible 45 years of service. “Dave has been a steadfast presence on our lakes and waterways, ensuring safety and educating boaters.”

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court St. Rita of Perham will present their 56th Annual Style Show, “Aloha,” on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Perham. The morning will begin with brunch, with the style show following featuring fashions from Dot and Minnie’s, North… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Many residents of Otter Tail County have attended Moorhead State College, today known as MSUM, over the years. Alumni are proud of the new alumni/foundation center on the west side of the campus near 11th Street South. “This vibrant hub is designed to foster student and community relationships, and serve as… Read More

Concurrent enrollment program has saved students millions Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) marks the 40th anniversary of its Concurrent Enrollment Program this month – a milestone that highlights decades of academic partnership and achievement. The college commemorated the occasion on October 1 with a celebration at the Fergus Falls campus, where the M… Read More

Rapid response treatment applied Otter Tail County officials announced that the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has positively identified two invasive aquatic species in Anna Lake, located north of Underwood off County Highway 35. The invasive species discovered include starry stonewort and zebra mussels. The initial discovery was reported on Thursday, September 11, when the… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Dick Stigman’s 1963 baseball card is very special for card collectors in Otter Tail County who saw Stigman pitch in his growing up years. The native of Nimrod (east of Perham and north of Wadena) and future Minnesota Twins pitcher started his pro career with the old Fargo-Moorhead Twins of the… Read More