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    Young members of First Lutheran Church in Battle lake hand over a donation to Humane Society of OTC’s Executive Director, Chris Cannon after a successful fundraiser. OTC Humane Society helps 400 animals despite space limits
    February 12, 2026
    At the Humane Society of Otter Tail County, your donations work hard every single day. Thanks to your support, we continue to prevent cruelty and...

    Shelby Coons is a second-year medical student at the University of Kansas School of Medicine who graduated from Field Kindley High School in Coffeyville in 2020. 
Growing up in a small town inspired her to serve rural and underserved communities. She enjoys running and is committed to using her medical training to support rural Kansas residents. Flu, RSV and cold injuries spike in winter; here's how to stay safe
    February 12, 2026
    Respiratory illnesses and cold-related injuries spike during winter months, posing serious health threats to rural communities where emergency...

    Researchers working the shoreline as part of a groundbreaking zebra mussel study conducted by University of Minnesota. Zebra mussels are one of a number of invasive species in Otter Tail County lakes. County gets over $460k to fight aquatic invasive species
    February 12, 2026
    Hearings set for food, pool, lodging ordinancesA motion by County Commissioner Sean Sullivan of Fergus Falls and seconded by Commissioner Bob...

    State opens applications for beginning farmer equip. grants­­­­­­­­
    February 12, 2026
    The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for the Beginning Farmer Equipment and Infrastructure Grant.The program was established by the...
    Goats eating buckthorn leaves and twigs during an experimental prescribed browsing session. 
Photo by Sara Nelson. STUDY: Goats can help remove invasive plants, but timing matters
    February 12, 2026
    Goats are increasingly being used in efforts to manage invasive common buckthorn in Midwestern woodlands. New research demonstrates when and how...

    Immigration enforcement in hospitals is keeping patients away,...
    February 12, 2026
    Minnesota physicians are calling on Congress to restrict immigration enforcement agents from operating in hospitals, clinics, and schools. The Minnesota Medical Association...
    ASK A TROOPER: Traction Advice
    February 12, 2026
    Question: Hi, I read your “Ask A Trooper” article regarding Winter Travel Survival Kit Essentials. You might reconsider recommending cat litter as an agent for...
    Tom Marty, center, was installed as Master of Otter Tail Lodge #284 during the organization’s 112th installation ceremony on Jan. 18. Also installed were, from left, Bill Osborne, Justin Johnson, Don Perrin, Harold Holt, Tanner Nelson, Eric Hatle, and Chris Westby. Jeff Peterson and Joe Maske were unable to attend. Otter Tail Lodge installs new officers for 112th year
    February 12, 2026
    Otter Tail Lodge #284 installed new officers Jan. 18, 2026, bringing in fresh leadership for the Masonic organization’s 112th installation...

    The love of ice skating in communities throughout Otter Tail County is passed along from one generation to the next. Do You Remember When? Ice skating races, warming houses defined...
    February 12, 2026
    Many people who grew up in Otter Tail County will never forget ice skating during the winter months at various lakes and rinks throughout the...

    Vets groups donate $55,000 to Fergus Falls home: Donations keep the...
    February 12, 2026
    Once again, local Veterans organizations are supporting the Fergus Falls Veterans Home and its Residents through generous donations.For several...

    “Find Your Inner Otter” is part of the tourism promotion to attract people to Otter Tail County all four seasons of the year. County partners with tourism group to expand regional brand
    February 5, 2026
    ​County government, through the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners, strongly supports the Otter Tail Lakes Country Association, which not...

    Left to right: County Commissioners Kurt Mortenson (District 3), Dan Bucholz (District 1), and Bob Lahman (District 4); retired County Engineer Rick West; Commissioner Wayne Johnson (District 2); Parks and Trails Director Kevin Fellbaum, Jeff Langan with Houston Engineering; Commissioner Sean Sullivan (District 5). 30-mile trail connecting two Minnesota cities earns county top...
    February 5, 2026
    Otter Tail County has been named the winner of the 2025 Minnesota County Engineers Association (MCEA) Special Project of the Year award for the...

    Parks and Trails Director Kevin Fellbaum $939k approved for new trail connecting Fergus Falls to Maplewood Park
    February 5, 2026
    Grants from the state of Minnesota sales tax revenue from the Legacy Amendment, approved by state voters in 2008, will be used by Otter Tail County...

    West Central Initiative donates $30,000 to boost storm safety in...
    February 5, 2026
    In 2023, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners established the Hazard Mitigation Project Assistant Grant Program, utilizing funds to help communities throughout the...
    ASK A TROOPER: Car seats that comply with the law
    February 5, 2026
    Question: I want to make sure my child is safe in the car, but I’ve heard that some car seats sold online are fake or don’t meet U.S. safety standards. How can I tell if a...
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