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Amazon moringa supplements spark new Salmonella cases in Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has confirmed that two people in Minnesota became ill with Salmonella in April 2026 after consuming moringa capsules from the brand...

Small-town students get big opportunity in healthcare through...

In rural communities, where Friday night lights shine brightly and student athletes are at the heart of local pride, a new opportunity is emerging, one that could turn a...

Today's teens sleep less than any generation before them

New research from the University of Minnesota School of Public Health shows that teenagers today are getting less sleep than any generation before them. This lack of sleep...

Churches lead mental health push as guns a top killer

Catholic churches throughout Otter Tail County are part of the St. Cloud Diocese, which is among several counties in west central Minnesota. The diocese is initiating...

Meet your commissioners: Otter Tail County hosts open house

Commissioners want to hear from you at June 8 eventOtter Tail County Commissioners will host a community open house on Monday, June 8, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Battle Lake...

Court orders Minnesota prison to restore Gospel-based men's program

True North Legal and the Upper Midwest Law Center (UMLC) secured a settlement with the Minnesota Department of Corrections allowing Quest for Authentic Manhood, a voluntary...

Foster dogs like Georgie get a chance to live in a home environment while waiting for adoption. The Humane Society of Otter Tail County hopes to recruit more foster families through its Foster 50 campaign.

Foster Fest offers chance to give shelter animals a break — and a...

Humane Society launches push to get pets out of shelter and into temporary homesThe Humane Society of Otter Tail County is proud to announce its...

Teen arrested for Battle Lake burglary; another cited in...

Otter Tail County authorities responded to two separate incidents involving 16-year-olds recently, resulting in a felony arrest for a Battle Lake gas station burglary and a...

ASK A TROOPER: What to know about E-bikes before you ride

Question: I am interested in getting an E-Bike, but I do not know what the laws are. Can you get me some more information?Answer: Under Minnesota...

Grant money available for groups fighting substance abuse in Otter...

Applications open June 1, deadline July 15Otter Tail County is accepting applications for a second round of opioid settlement grant funding. This funding comes from a...

DNR modernizes fishing, hunting licenses with app

Online, in-person options start June 9The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will launch the first phase of its modernized electronic...

Minnesota jobs surge in April with largest monthly gain since early...

Minnesota gained 15,900 non-farm jobs over-the-month (up 0.5%) on a seasonally adjusted basis in April – the state’s largest over-the-month...

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Minnesota vets get boost from license plate program with $250,000...

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) has announced the recipients of the competitive Support Our Troops (SOT) license plate fund...

Memorial Day travelers: Expect delays on these Minnesota highways...

Motorists can expect lane closures and delays on several state highways in west central Minnesota beginning this week, weather permitting,...

Chris Tungseth reached the Top Five on American Idol in 2026. This display honored Tungseth at M State, Fergus Falls, where he attended classes after graduating from Hillcrest Academy.

Tungseth celebrated in homecoming parade

Saturday, May 16, was Welcome Home Day for Chris Tungseth. Otter Tail County residents honored Tungseth of Fergus Falls, who made it to the Top...

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