By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Fort Juelson, a county park since 2011 and located two miles east of Underwood in Tordenskjold Township, is commemorating its 150th anniversary this year. Tours of Fort Juelson on Friday, June 26, also include other historic sites in the Underwood area. “A longer tour starts at 2 p.m. and… Read More

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is pleased to present Four Points of Light, a creative collaboration exhibition on view in the Gallery from April 28 to May 23.  Four Points of Light is a group exhibition born from a spirit of collaboration among four neighboring artists who chose to work collectively to expand… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent County commissioners, in late April, approved entering into an agreement with Fargo-based Houston Engineering for design services to replace a bridge along County Highway One over the Dead River near Walker Lake and the northeast side of Otter Tail Lake. The cost will not exceed $117,391. The current… Read More

By Kendra Mobilia Report for Minnesota Concerned about the effects of social media on children, some Minnesota lawmakers want to enact new restrictions they say would protect kids under age 16.  At an April 28 meeting of the Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee, Sen. Michael Kreun, R-Blaine, said most social media platforms require a… Read More

With Child Foster Care Month approaching in May, Otter Tail County is asking individuals and families to consider becoming foster parents. The number of children who need safe, stable homes continues to grow, and the county needs caring foster families to step up. “Otter Tail County prioritizes placing children with relatives whenever possible. Family restoration… Read More

U.S. House candidate for Minnesota’s 7th Congressional District, Erik Osberg, won the DFL endorsement Saturday, April 25, earning 65 percent of the vote on the first ballot over Minnesota State House Rep. Heather Keeler who received 35 percent of the vote.  “I’m incredibly humbled and grateful to the delegates, and honored to have earned their… Read More

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center (NYMRCC) is excited to share a fresh lineup of hands-on workshops this May, following a series of busy, engaging, and fun sessions that have drawn strong community interest. With recent workshops filling up fast, participants are encouraged to register early to secure their spot. Artistic Director Megan Shirley-Ross… Read More

The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners has declared May 8, as Child Care Provider Appreciation Day, recognizing the work of licensed caregivers who serve families across the county. The proclamation honors 125 licensed family child care providers, child care center teachers and early childhood caregivers who serve more than 1,300 children and their families… Read More

The VFW Post 3289 Auxiliary met April 9 with 13 members present. Minutes from the March 12 meeting were approved, and the March Treasurer’s Report was filed subject to audit. The General Orders Bulletin for April from the Department President was read and discussed.  The State Convention will be June 18-21 in Plymouth.  Our Auxiliary… Read More

5 years ago Wednesday, May 5 2021 Dave and Jen Schwantes have been honored as Out-Standing Farm Leaders by the Red River Valley Development Association. The Schwantes’ who live in-between New York Mills and Perham, were one of 16 couples from 14 different counties across north west Minnesota who have earned the honor. The couple… Read More