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One adult can change everything: The Youths, Bridge Center launch...

The Youths Pelican Rapids and The Bridge Center are starting a new mentorship program that pairs young people with caring adults in the community....

Krystyne Knutson announced her bid for Minnesota Senate, citing her experiences as a business owner, nonprofit founder, and Human Rights Commission member as motivation to enter politics.

Minnesota reaches historic milestone as every state seat gets...

Nonprofit founder Knutson files to challenge Rasmusson in Minnesota Senate District 9 Krystyne Knutson, owner of Soapy Puppy Bed and Biscuit in...

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Ask a Trooper: Distracted driving laws in Minnesota

Question: Even with laws I still see a lot of motorists driving distracted. Can you get a reminder out there?Answer: Driver distraction or inattention is a leading factor...

CarFit Clinic Seniors get free auto consulting June 24

Otter Tail County Public Health will host a free CarFit clinic on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Community Hockey Arena Parking Lot, 340 N. Friberg Ave.,...

County adds four social workers to meet state, federal requirements

County commissioners, on May 26, approved the addition of four full-time equivalent social worker positions to the county structure. This will meet state and federal...

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Mark and Colleen Engebretson

Mark and Colleen Engebretson Celebrate 50 Years

Breckenridge, Minnesota — Mark and Colleen Engebretson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Friday, June 5, 2026.The high school...

‘Humane headquarters’ grand opening hosted by OTC Society June 26-27

The newly expanded Humane Society of Otter Tail County is more than just a building – it’s a promise to every animal who needs a second chance.It...

Otter Tail County commissioners host open house in Battle Lake

The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners welcomed residents to an open house June 8, at Battle Lake City Hall. The event gave community members...

From the high-energy beats of Duniya Drum & Dance, at left, to the traditional
choreography of Ballet Folklorico, above, the International Friendship Festival continues
to transform Pelican Rapids into a global crossroads.
The festival returns June 20 with a diverse schedule of six performing groups,
including the debut of the klezmer ensemble Di Bayke and the return of Argentine
muralist Gurí.

Global rhythms, public art converge at International Friendship...

The sights, sounds, and flavors of the world will once again converge on the banks of the Pelican River as the International Friendship Festival...

Don’t forget to signal when leaving roundabouts

I read the article on roundabout rules a couple of weeks ago. All was good information (and people need it!), but you missed one important instruction:Do not signal your...

Majority rule, minority rights can coexist

Dear Mr. Moen,I read your article. I agree with everything you wrote. I believe our 250th anniversary should be a time for everyone to look at the values and principles...

Liberated and set free! Our daughter finally gets to be herself

Our youngest daughter, and last child at home, graduated from high school and moved away from us, all within the span of two hours this past week. Twenty-eight years of...

Certificate of Assumed Name: The Global Grit Experience

OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE Certificate of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 333DBA PublicationNotice is hereby given that anapplication for a...

Lively softball league features weekly action at Erhard city parks

Recreational softball has made a healthy resurgence in the area, with the revival of co-ed league play hosted by the Erhard city parks...

Coach Sillerud laments decline in baseball in hometown Pelican Rapids

A “gym and ball diamond rat,” who grew up near the baseball field on one side of the neighborhood, and the Pelican Rapids gym on the other, is a state champion baseball...

2014 Pelican Rapids High School graduate Nate Sillerud coached the Fargo South Bruins to the state baseball crown.

Pelican baseball ‘kid’ grows up to coach state champs in ND

A “gym and ball diamond rat,” who grew up near the baseball field on one side of the neighborhood, and the Pelican Rapids gym on the other, is a...

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