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Outgoing Managing Editor, Louis Hoglund, is retiring after more than 50 years in news media.

Pelican Rapids Press announces leadership transition

January 1, 2026

Managing Editor Louis Hoglund to retire; Nicole WK named to lead roleThe Pelican Rapids Press is announcing a leadership transition, Louis Hoglund...

Pelican Rapids Library director Marie Schwirian, pictured with the outdoor lockers by the library. This spring, two E-bikes will be stored there—available for renters to ride the Heart of the Lakes Trail to Maplewood State Park.

Looking ahead to 2026: E-bike rentals may help cover rising library...

January 1, 2026

The Pelican Rapids Public Library is gearing up for the new year, and though budgets are always a challenge, they're “planning more events and...

Printed Paper Online

January 8, 2026

1.3 million visitors to Otter Tail lakes area down slightly from 2024

January 8, 2026

Community Development Agency: In 2025, Otter Tail County saw more than 1.3 million visitors who took 697,000 overnight trips (up 3.7% compared to 2024) and stayed for more...

County resident scammed during vehicle sales pitch

January 8, 2026

A resident of Otter Tail County, on Jan. 2, was scammed and lost $100 while thinking he was finalizing a car purchase online. The county resident forwarded $100 worth of...

ASK A TROOPER Where to come to a halt at a stop sign

January 8, 2026

Question: Can I get some clarification on stop signs. I always wonder where to stop. Is it at the stop sign or at the stop line I sometimes see on the road. Thank...

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Statewide Classifieds

January 8, 2026

MiscellaneousGET A BREAK ON YOUR TAXES! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a...

January 8, 2026

WORK WANTED: Professional Painting: painting, staining drywall repair. Bob Thompson (218) 863-7182, Len Thompson (218)

January 8, 2026

WORK WANTED: Land Surveying: Boundary & Descriptions, Residential & Commercial Development, Platting, Construction Staking, ALTA/ACSM, Licensed. Compass...

Greg Larson, left, resigned from his position on the Pelican Rapids school board Monday, Jan. 6. He is pictured here with board chair Jon Karger, who presented him with a plaque in honor of his years of service to the board.

Larson resigns from school board:Early resignation, plans to fill...

January 8, 2026

School Board Director Greg Larson visibly squirmed as Superintendent Korf effusively thanked him for his years of service on the Pelican Rapids...

One of the new units in Joe Clauson's remodeled apartments

New life for old funeral home:Renovation brings six more rental...

January 8, 2026

The old Larson Funeral Home complex has seen decades of goodbyes. Still, now it’s entering a brighter chapter — reborn as “Six at 304” and ready to...

Another view of Angie and Jamie Nelson in P.R. Pete's -- Pelican Rapid's new gym.

New year, new gains at new Pelican Rapids gym

January 8, 2026

If your New Year’s resolution involves fewer excuses and more movement, Pelican Rapids now has a new place to break a sweat – P.R. Pete’s Gym,...

Elaine Amundson

January 8, 2026

Jan. 24, 1929 -Dec. 06, 2025PELICAN RAPIDS, Minn.- Elaine Amundson, 96, Rothsay, Minn. died Saturday, Dec. 6. Memorial Service: 1:00 p.m.Saturday, January 17, 2026 at New...

January 8, 2026

Jul. 01, 1935 - Dec. 28, 2025FARGO, N.D.- Yvonne Hanson, 90, Dent, Minn. died Sunday, Dec. 28, in Sanford Medical Center. Visitation will be 4:00-7:00 p.m. with a Prayer...

January 8, 2026

Robert Arthur Emery, 89, of rural Erhard, MN, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at his current home at the Pelican Valley SeniorLiving Care Center withfamily at...

From the Pen: Leadership transitions: a constant in family,...

January 8, 2026

Leadership transition is the process of changing from one leader to another within a family, a business, a corporation, a form of government, and a walk of faith.We have...

A million fond memories—plus a a few great baseball cards bought with paper route profits—after a long career of newspapering.

From My View Point: From paperboy to publishing; a wealth of...

January 8, 2026

For about six decades, deadlines were a constant: Deliveries through heat, sleet rain and snow; producing newspapers in time for presses to...

Red doors have long symbolized refuge, protection

January 8, 2026

I enjoyed reading the “Little Store with the Red Door." (Jan. 1, 2026 edition of The Press regarding Pass It On Thrift Store) These volunteers are truly an important part...

PUBLIC NOTICE: Pelican Rapids Board of Education Regular Board...

January 8, 2026

PELICAN RAPIDS BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR BOARD MEETING December 15, 2025 The Pelican Rapids Board of Education held a regular meeting on December 15, 2025 in the...

Miguel Torres slams home another dunk in the Minnesota National Bank Classic basketball tournament in Pelican.

Vikings rebound after buzzer-beater to finish Minnesota National...

January 8, 2026

The Pelican Rapids Vikings hosted the annual Minnesota National Bank Classic basketball tournament on Monday and Tuesday last week. On the first...

Pelican Rapids Vikes gals cheer from the sideline as the team takes a commanding victory over Staples-Motley in blow out.

Pelican Rapids girls basketball team commands Minnesota National...

January 8, 2026

The Pelican Rapids girls basketball team opened play at the Minnesota National Bank Holiday Tournament in the Al Siegle Activity Center at Pelican...

The Vikings gals continue to dominate the competition this season with a decisive victory over Staples-Motley.

Korf, Hovland lead Pelican Rapids girls past Staples-Motley in...

January 8, 2026

The Pelican Rapids girls basketball team put together a dominant performance Tuesday night, cruising past the Staples-Motley Cardinals 99-36 in a...

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