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Ask a Trooper: Distracted driving laws in Minnesota

Question: Even with laws I still see a lot of motorists driving distracted. Can you get a reminder out there?Answer: Driver distraction or inattention is a leading factor...

CarFit Clinic Seniors get free auto consulting June 24

Otter Tail County Public Health will host a free CarFit clinic on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Community Hockey Arena Parking Lot, 340 N. Friberg Ave.,...

County adds four social workers to meet state, federal requirements

County commissioners, on May 26, approved the addition of four full-time equivalent social worker positions to the county structure. This will meet state and federal...

House Speaker Lisa Demuth, R-Cold Spring, announced she is running in the August GOP primary election during a press conference in front of the Minnesota Capitol.

Lisa Demuth to run in GOP primary for governor, setting up...

House Speaker Lisa Demuth, R-Cold Spring, announced that she will run in the Republican primary for Minnesota governor despite previously pledging...

Minnesota DNR shares ideas to make the most of Great Outdoors Month

Free Park Day coming June 13June is Great Outdoors Month, a perfect time to highlight our abundant natural resources, celebrate Minnesota’s...

Zebra mussels cluster on a native clam — a common and damaging sight on Minnesota waterways. The Minnesota AIS Research Center at the University of Minnesota is recruiting volunteers to help detect zebra mussels early through a new eDNA water sampling pilot program. The interest form is open through June 12.

Wanted: Lake detectives to gather DNA samples for zebra mussel study

The Minnesota AIS Research Center at the University of Minnesota (MAISRC) announced it is piloting a new eDNA testing lab. They are currently...

New study shows screening modestly reduces prostate cancer deaths

A new systematic review co-led by a University of Minnesota Medical School researcher found that blood tests to detect potential signs of prostate cancer likely reduce the...

ASK A TROOPER: New School Bus Law

Question: Did I hear something about a new law about stopping for school buses?Answer: In March 2026, Minnesota law changed to require drivers to stop at least 20 feet away...

Quick action limits damage from fire at Fergus Falls ethanol plant

A minor fire caused limited damage at the Green Plains Ethanol Plant in Fergus Falls on Wednesday night, requiring no evacuation of the facility.Otter Tail County Dispatch...

Floodwaters and flames devastated Grand Forks in 1997 after eight blizzards dumped heavy snow that melted rapidly into the Red River.
PHOTO COURTESY ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

𝑫𝒐 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓 𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒏? Blizzards, fire and chaos: How the 1997 Red...

Many county residents recall the severe Red River Valley flooding 29 years ago, in April and May 1997.Even though Otter Tail County was not...

Massive search launched for 20-year-old missing on Otter Tail River

A multi-agency search ended safely Thursday night when deputies located a missing 20-year-old West Fargo man who had separated from his group while tubing on the Otter Tail...

Through its new “Everyone is Welcome Here” campaign,
Otter Tail County is working to create a sense of place that
welcomes people of all backgrounds, including those drawn to
the region’s lakes and outdoor recreation.
PHOTO BY TOM HINTGEN

New county initiative sends clear message: You belong here

Among the missions of Otter Tail County government is one that directly advances the county’s long-range strategic goal of creating an environment...

ASK A TROOPER: Sharing the road: What drivers, bicyclists need to know

Question: In last week’s article you wrote about e-bikes. Can you also just provide a reminder on all around bicycle safety? Thank you.Answer: If...

Nicholas Hanson DFL Candidate for Minn. House District 9A

Hanson, Werner win DFL nods to challenge GOP incumbents in District 9

Nicholas Hanson and Owen Werner have each won the DFL Party endorsement to challenge Republican incumbents in two Minnesota House districts that...

Republicans nominate Qualls, but primary battle looms for final...

Army Veteran, business leader, and Republican-endorsed candidate for Governor, Kendall Qualls has his party’s backing, following the state...

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