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    This portrait of Marguerite Rosing Patterson captures the woman whose work at Minnesota’s third state hospital beginning in 1912 contributed to the Otter Tail County Historical Society’s collection—now the state’s largest archive of Fergus Falls State Hospital materials outside the Minnesota Historical Society. Otter Tail County Museum explores Fergus Falls State Hospital...
    September 17, 2026
    The Otter Tail County Historical Society will join communities across the country in We Want More History!, a nationwide celebration of history...

    Visitors stream toward the entrance of the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum near Medora, which opened this fall to draw tourists eager to explore the former president’s formative years in Dakota Territory. County residents flock to Medora for new Theodore Roosevelt library
    September 17, 2026
    More residents of Otter Tail County than usual are visiting Medora in western North Dakota this fall. That’s in light of the opening of the new...

    The Otter Tail County jail public entrance in Fergus Falls will receive security upgrades including remotely activated locks and a doorbell camera following county commissioners’ approval of a Safe and Secure Courthouse Grant. County jail enhancements move forward with courthouse security grant
    September 17, 2026
    Remotely activated locks, doorbell camera among upgrades planned for public lobby County commissioners, on Sept. 8, approved a plan for needed...

    New dementia-friendly community choir launches in Fergus Falls
    September 17, 2026
    Voices Rise invites singers of all abilities to join Voices Rise is a new dementia-friendly community choir launching this fall through the Giving...

    ASK A TROOPER: Improper seat belt wear undermines crash protection
    September 17, 2026
    Question: I see a lot of people not wearing their seat belt correctly. Several of them, have the shoulder belt worn underneath the shoulder/arm....

    DNR stocking walleye fingerlings into 19 Otter Tail County lakes...
    September 17, 2026
    Approximately 8,000 pounds of fingerlings headed to area waters Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' (DNR) fisheries crews have started...

    Otter Tail County Job Portal connects 700-plus openings with workers
    September 17, 2026
    There are more than 700 job openings available throughout Otter Tail County. These opportunities represent many industries, job types, and skill sets. The Otter Tail County...
    Historic worker protections take center stage in statewide outreach...
    September 17, 2026
    Third annual Workplace Rights Week is Sept 13-19 The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) today announced the third annual Workplace Rights Week, taking place...
    Candidates face off in Otter Tail County forums
    September 17, 2026
    Meet Commissioner, Sheriff candidates in Ottertail city Sept 26 Voters in Otter Tail County are invited to get to know this year's commissioner and...

    How much fish do you eat? Minnesota reels in data on resident fish...
    September 17, 2026
    In efforts to better protect human health, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is gathering information about how much fish and shellfish people consume in Minnesota...
    Sharon and Tom Hintgen display walleye they caught on Sept. 9 while fishing in central Otter Tail County under the guidance of professional fishing guide Ross Hagemeister. Fall fishing flourishes under guidance of veteran angler mentor
    September 17, 2026
    Sharon and Tom Hintgen enjoyed fall fishing on Sept. 9 under the tutelage of professional fishing guide Ross Hagemeister in central Otter Tail...

    𝘼𝙎𝙆 𝘼 𝙏𝙍𝙊𝙊𝙋𝙀𝙍… School bus law clarified for divided highways
    September 10, 2026
    Question: I saw in one of your recent articles talking about stopping for a school bus. In the article you stated, “Motorists are not required to...

    Autumn rose care: Setting up a strong spring
    September 10, 2026
    Why fall preparation matters for Minnesota gardeners Yesterday I spoke with Janet about her rose collection and her questions on fall care. Her...

    This “The Crow” inspired scarecrow was created by Jody and Sherry Marquardt of Marquardt Studio. It is one of five custom scarecrows to be sold in a silent auction to raise funds for the Vergas Arts Club. Back Roads Art Crawl showcases local artists' work, fall colors...
    September 10, 2026
    New scarecrow auction supports Vergas Arts Club projects The Vergas Arts Club will open artists’ countryside studios to the public Saturday, Sept....

    Federal Court halts new USPS mail ballot rule after multi-state...
    September 10, 2026
    A federal court in Massachusetts has blocked the U.S. Postal Service from implementing a new rule that would dramatically change how mail-in...

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