The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) reminds farmers and their families that the Minnesota Farm & Rural Helpline is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The service is free and confidential. The toll free number is (833) 600-2670. “These are challenging times for growers who are facing a number of economic headwinds on the farm. And during… Read More

The microscopic and radio isotope investigations into the famous Glacial Lake Pelican Woman may take months in the North Dakota State University geology department. But initial information and photographs of the process of taking soil cores will be presented to the public at the Glacial Minnesota Woman Community Meeting Thursday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the Pelican Rapids Public Library. Also at the… Read More

More than 3,200 graves exist at ‘Asylum’ cemetery Tour of site offered by Historical Society Oct. 27   PHOTOS BY LOUIS HOGLUND The Otter Tail County Historical Society will be hosting a tour of the Fergus Falls State Hospital Cemetery on Saturday, October 27 at 4 p.m. Park in the back lot of the Minnesota Veterans Home. Wear comfortable footwear as we… Read More

Musical tribute to the Civilian Conservation Corps at Riverfront Manor Oct. 26 Historian and musician Bill Jamerson presents “Dollar-a-Day Boys,” a program commemorating the men who took part in the Civilian Conservation Corps, at Riverfront Manor on Friday, October 26, at 2:00 p.m. Jamerson shares heartfelt stories, hilarious tales, and foot-tapping songs as he delves into the history of… Read More

By Karin Haugrud Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging Today a significant proportion of adult children face enormous pressures, as they become the major support system and caregiver for their aging parents. The emotional toll is heavy as many caregivers are caring for both children and elders. Caring for someone at home may mean providing only minimal help or it may require 24-hour assistance. Your… Read More