Photo by Chad Koenen Evan Doll escorted Hazel Dykhoff through grand march at New York Mills School on Saturday. The theme for this year’s prom was Mamma Mia! as the auditorium was transformed into a Greek community. For more pictures and information about the NY Mills School prom, check out page 4.

Two local pharmacies to close on Friday, May 8 By Chad Koenen Publisher A lack of qualified pharmacists is forcing the closure of three area pharmacies in the region.   Seip Drug Store will be closing its doors in Henning, Bertha and New York Mills on Friday, May 8 after owner Nathan Seip said he… Read More

By Tucker Henderson Reporter It’s a great achievement for anyone to qualify for state competition in any sport and even more so to place more than once. Elijah Geiser, New York Mills High School senior, did just that as he returned to the state speech competition this past weekend for the second time after taking… Read More

By Tucker Henderson Reporter The New York Mills Economic Development Authority (EDA) board met on Wednesday, April 15 to discuss development within the city. With a revolving loan fund balance of $256,674.24, the board is looking to invest that money into the community with eligible small business loans. Guests of the meeting joining via Zoom… Read More

Presentation set for April 30 in New York Mills By Tucker Henderson Reporter Those who drive around the rural countryside, especially in the midwest, are sure to have seen their fair share of abandoned farmsteads and rundown buildings of yesteryear. It’s exactly along that line of reminiscing that author and photographer Jay Grammond will be… Read More

Community center waits as $650,000 is left to fundraise By Bryce Haugen Correspondent What started as a dream during a struggle to find a childcare provider for their oldest child in 2022, Tyler and Alexandra Rupe turned into a reality following a more than three year journey.  ¶  “The childcare shortage really did dictate when… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Gift card scams, despite repeated warnings, have continued this spring in Otter Tail County. Sheriff deputies, on April 21, reported that a scam had been averted relating to a county resident who resides at Big McDonald Lake, northwest of Dent. The county resident was initially contacted by a… Read More

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center will conclude its 2026 Spring Concert Series with a live performance by the Clayton Ryan Duo on Thursday, April 30, at 7:30 p.m.  Held in the Cultural Center’s intimate listening-room-style gallery space, the concert promises an evening of original music, storytelling, and humor. Doors open at 7 p.m…. Read More

Contributed photos Thirty-five members of the New York Mills FFA chapter attended the Minnesota FFA State Convention, repre-senting their school and community in multiple competitions. The Nursery & Landscaping team earned 4th place in the state and was recognized on stage for its achieve-ment. The Farm Business Management team also performed well, finishing in the… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen The annual New York Mills prom and grand march was held on Saturday at the school. The theme for this year’s prom was Mamma Mia! and featured a Greek vibe.