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Not from Pelican Rapids, but pretty impressive anyway — Fergus Falls native Chris Tungseth finished in the Top 5 on American Idol's 2026 season.
PHOTO VIA CHRIS TUNGSETH FACEBOOK

𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑽𝑰𝑬𝑾 𝑭𝑹𝑶𝑴 𝑯𝑬𝑹𝑬: Yes, we know who Chris Tungseth is — No, we...

A note on local news, lean newsrooms, and why Pelican Rapids always comes firstA couple of former Pelican Rapids residents recently stopped into...

After 14 years on board, Johnson eyes new term as county commissioner

Otter Tail County Commissioner Wayne Johnson is seeking reelection, citing his continued commitment to strong leadership, economic growth, and...

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Spring crappie fishing myths debunked

For many local anglers, the first fishing outing of the year will be to try their luck at some spring crappie fishing. Despite the generally mild...

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Cougar kittens documented on camera by Voyageurs Wolf Project

Evidence of reproducing population in MinnesotaFor the first time in more than 100 years, evidence of cougars reproducing in Minnesota was...

The Humane Society of Otter Tail County's new building is set to open in late May or early June, offering sunlit rooms and thoughtfully designed spaces for animals in need.

𝑴𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒓𝒐𝒐𝒎 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒘𝒂𝒈𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒔 | Otter Tail County animal shelter...

After months of wagging tails, crossed paws, and hopeful anticipation, the Humane Society of Otter Tail County is finally ready to stretch into its...

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Celebrating the Life of Gery Ehlert

Gery Ehlert is warmly remembered by his family and friends for his quiet kindness, his love of the land, and his steadfast devotion to those he cherished. His legacy of...

Faithkeepers Rummage Sale

FAITHKEEPERS RUMMAGE SALE: Free will donation! Location: 802 5th St. SE, Pelican Rapids. Sale runs Friday, May 8, 5pm- 8pm, and Saturday, May 9, 8am- 2pm. All proceeds go...

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐀𝐟𝐚𝐫: Pelican Rapids High School Choir takes...

The Pelican Rapids Press made a magical trip to Florida this spring when the Pelican Rapids High School Choir visited Disney World, adding another...

Nutrition Services representative Denise Eidsness receives a $3,000 check from Trinity Lutheran Church's Cheryl Brenna. The donation supports Meals on Wheels, which serves about 1,100 meals each month in Pelican Rapids.

Trinity Lutheran donates $3,000 to support senior meal program

Trinity Lutheran Church donated $3,000 to Nutrition Services on Tuesday, April 22, to help feed seniors in Pelican Rapids who cannot afford meals....

Three downtown Pelican businesses get makeovers with grant help

Taqueria Chavez, the Pool Hall, and SoBo Hydration in downtown Pelican Rapids will soon receive a facelift, thanks to incentives from the Economic...

Earl Everett Rydell, 82, of Dent, Minnesota, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 23rd, 2026, surrounded by his family at the VA Nursing Home in...

Rev. Devlyn Brooks

God needs more peacemakers, not more warriors

Friends, if we are to live in a truly faithful manner, we have to respect the lives of every single person. … Yes, even the lives of those with...

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 || 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: Minnesota's biggest...

To all you fishermen and fisherwomen out there, it’s almost Saturday!! Whoopee!! Yes, when the clock strikes midnight on Friday, the new day of...

𝐿𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑒𝑟 𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐸𝑑𝑖𝑡𝑜𝑟: Pelican Rapids families sheltered in fear...

Pelican Rapids has earned a national and international reputation as a good place to live. You’ve maybe heard the story of the writing on the wall of a tent in a refugee...

Pelican Township NOTICE OF MONTHLY MEETING

A regular meeting of the Pelican Town Board will be held Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Pelican Rapids Public Library.Lloyd Nelson,Clerk5-14-2-c

Norwegian Grove Township NOTICE OF MONTHLY MEETING

Norwegian Grove Township will hold itsmonthly meeting on Thursday, May 14, 2026 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Town Hall. On the agenda will be the EMS shortfall in the...

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE: Reina Sauer and Shane R. Sauer

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALEDATE: April 14, 2026 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described Mortgage:INFORMATION...

Andrew Checco de Souza clears 11'6’’ at the home meet for Pelican on April 30 to place 2nd in Pole Vault.

Vikings hit the home track for Hank Emmel Invitational

The Pelican Rapids boys' and girls' track and field teams competed at the Hank Emmel Invitational April 30.PHOTOS BY KI GHODES𝗕𝗼𝘆𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀100...

Ben Honrud, Michael Honrud, and Nicholas Rockstead have each earned at least one “25 straight” patch, awarded to shooters who hit 25 consecutive clays.

Pelican trap team sets record with 40 athletes

The Pelican Rapids Viking Trap Team is off to a strong start this season with a record 40 athletes registered, surpassing the previous high of 32....

Pelican girls golf team falls just short at home

The Pelican Rapids girls golf team narrowly missed winning its own tournament April 28, finishing second at the Pelican Rapids Invite with a team score of 407, just four...

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