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    The cover art for Marjorie Mathison Hance's latest book, "Under the Ice," was created by artist Marcella Rose. The book is the fourth in the North Lakes Murder Mystery series.

    Author Marjorie Mathison Hance: A mind for crim...

    The Otter Tail lakes area isn’t exactly Minnesota’s center of homicide and intrigue. Except,...

    Author Marjorie Mathison Hance: A mind for crim...
    The Otter Tail lakes area isn’t exactly Minnesota’s center of homicide and intrigue. Except,...
    Pelican students among more than 300 area youth experiencing aviation through Young Eagles

    Taking flight: Pelican students among more than...

    “Young Eagles” are taking flight throughout the Otter Tail lakes area—including youth from the...

    Taking flight: Pelican students among more than...
    “Young Eagles” are taking flight throughout the Otter Tail lakes area—including youth from the...
    Laura Field stands with her banner artwork, which features a popular subject: flowers and butterflies.

    Kids' nature art brightens city street banners

    Viking Elementary School held its annual Art Awards Night on June 24, showcasing artwork from...

    Kids' nature art brightens city street banners
    Viking Elementary School held its annual Art Awards Night on June 24, showcasing artwork from...

    PELICAN RAPIDS LIQUOR STORE POWERS UP: Solar pa...

    Municipal Solar Cohort program helps rural communities access financial incentives for...

    PELICAN RAPIDS LIQUOR STORE POWERS UP: Solar pa...
    Municipal Solar Cohort program helps rural communities access financial incentives for...
    Anna M. Wasescha, president of West Central Initiative, fills out her worksheet during the first listening session of “Minnesota: Land of Neighbors,” a new statewide initiative exploring what neighborliness means beyond geographic proximity.

    𝑾𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒃𝒆 𝒎𝒚 𝒏𝒆𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒃𝒐𝒓?

    Minnesota foundations tackle polarization by asking a simple question: What is a neighbor? “Won’t...

    𝑾𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒃𝒆 𝒎𝒚 𝒏𝒆𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒃𝒐𝒓?
    Minnesota foundations tackle polarization by asking a simple question: What is a neighbor? “Won’t...
    This dog is one of the many animals at the Otter Tail County Humane Society that are available for adoption. The Humane Society of Otter Tail County is currently looking for more than 70 cats and kittens in need of homes and socialization.

    New animal shelter officially open after years ...

    The blur of years of planning and fundraising for the shelter expansion came to a celebratory end...

    New animal shelter officially open after years ...
    The blur of years of planning and fundraising for the shelter expansion came to a celebratory end...
    Runners take off at the start of the Pelican Fest 5K on July 15. The event is hosted by the Pelican Rapids Cross Country team and coaches.

    Heat didn’t scare off hardy group of Pelican Fe...

    With an 8:00 a.m. start time and a temperature of 80°, seventy-five runners participated in the...

    Heat didn’t scare off hardy group of Pelican Fe...
    With an 8:00 a.m. start time and a temperature of 80°, seventy-five runners participated in the...
    Sliding in safely for Pelican Babe Ruth, Max Ostermann.

    Pelican Babe Ruth comes up just shy of trip to ...

    The 13/14 year-old Babe Ruth team recently competed in the Lake Region District playoffs, playing...

    Pelican Babe Ruth comes up just shy of trip to ...
    The 13/14 year-old Babe Ruth team recently competed in the Lake Region District playoffs, playing...
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    THREE SEATS OPEN IN PELICAN RAPIDS, ZERO CANDIDATES
    July 23, 2026
    Ever thought “I could do a better job than that?” Now’s your chance to prove it.The filing deadline for candidates seeking Pelican Rapids Mayor and...
    Pelican Rapids economic development director Jordan Grossman, speaking July 10 at the Highway 59-108 project ribbon cutting. Find Your Path’s message was simple during business community’s...
    July 16, 2026
    I'm here today on behalf of our Find Your Path business owners. Many of them would have loved to be here for this ribbon cutting, but they're busy...
    Printed Paper Online
    July 23, 2026

    Area
    Friends of Fort Juelson were honored by the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners Tuesday morning for their efforts to preserve and promote the historic site near Underwood. County board praises Friends of Fort Juelson
    July 23, 2026
    The Fort Juelson site, two miles east of Underwood, was acquired by Otter Tail County and dedicated to the people of Otter Tail County on June 11,...
    Harley Oyloe was inducted into the Minnesota Amateur Baseball Association Hall of Fame when this photo was taken in St. Cloud in 2017. Otter Tail County’s ‘Mr. Baseball’ departs for great ballpark in...
    July 23, 2026
    Over the years many baseball players and fans from throughout Otter Tail County knew Harley Oyloe who was a great baseball player and great coach....
    DNR seeks input on three-duck limit option for waterfowl hunters
    July 23, 2026
    The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites anyone interested in waterfowl hunting to comment on a proposal to create an optional, alternative three-duck bag...
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    Lake View Cemetery seeks donations for grounds maintenance
    July 16, 2026
    We’re not asking for volunteers to move into our cemetery, but we are looking for some donations to maintain our grounds. Might you be able to take a weekend to mow, or are...
    Local
    The cover art for Marjorie Mathison Hance's latest book, "Under the Ice," was created by artist Marcella Rose. The book is the fourth in the North Lakes Murder Mystery series. Author Marjorie Mathison Hance: A mind for crime in land of...
    July 23, 2026
    The Otter Tail lakes area isn’t exactly Minnesota’s center of homicide and intrigue. Except, perhaps, in the mind of author Marjorie Mathison...
    With a backdrop of beautiful classic automobiles, this trio paused to check the local news in the Pelican Rapids Press. The three volunteers were working the entrance at Sharin Park, during the Pelican fest "Cars in the Park" event on July 15. They are pictured here, catching up on the news in the Pelican Rapids Press from left, Chuck Trites, Dennis Schell, and Trevor Steeves. Pelican car show crew checks the local news
    July 23, 2026
    With a backdrop of beautiful classic automobiles, this trio paused to check the local news in the Pelican Rapids Press. The three volunteers were...
    Volunteer booksellers catch up on local news at library trailer
    July 23, 2026
    The Pelican Rapids Public Library book sales are a summer tradition, with the trailer open for business every Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., during the...
    Obituaries
    Judith Hoadley, 76, Pelican Rapids
    July 23, 2026
    Judi Hoadley, age 76, a resident of rural Pelican Rapids, MN, passed away Friday, July 3rd, 2026 at Sanford Hospice House in Fargo, ND. Judi was...
    Opinions
    Finding Faith: When the Clock Gets in the Way of Compassion
    July 23, 2026
    I run late to most of my appointments.Phone calls smash into scheduled video calls, and then I hop off only to drive across town for a meeting with...
    Meeting Jesus at the Lake: Finding God’s Goodness in Water
    July 23, 2026
    God said, “Let the water under the sky be gathered to one place, and let dry ground appear. And it was so. God called the dry ground “land”, and...
    Looking back to move forward: Pelican Rapids’ streets ‘complete’
    July 23, 2026
    Looking back has both positive and negative attributes in our everyday lives.In a spiritual aspect, we remember that “Putting your hands on the plow and not looking back”...
    Public Notices
    NOTICE OF PRIMARY ELECTION Trondhjem Township
    July 23, 2026
    Notice of Primary Election Trondhjem Township to the voters of Trondhjem Township in the County of Ottertail, State of Minnesota.Notice is Hereby Given, that a Primary...
    Pelican Rapids City Council Meeting Minutes - June 9, 2026
    July 16, 2026
    CALL TO ORDERMayor Frazier called the regular City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 in Council Chambers, City Hall.Roll Call of...
    Sports
    Trap Shooters Hunter Hanson and Nicholas Rockstad at the National Championship. Top trap shooters compete at national level
    July 23, 2026
    An experience that many athletes never have the opportunity to enjoy became a reality for two Pelican Rapids High School trap shooters. Hunter...
    Softball team winds up summer season
    July 16, 2026
    Pictured here is the underage-18 Pelican Rapids girls softball team, which recently completed its season against Rothsay. Front from left: Stella...
    Softball results, Erhard league
    July 16, 2026
    Erhard city parks co-ed softball completed play just ahead of the storms July 7. Following are the scores: Larry's Supermarket 13 — Charlie Cubs 0 Powerhouse 0 — East...
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