The Minnesota Conservation Volunteer magazine, in partnership with Wildlife Forever, will host the 2022 Minnesota Fish Art Contest. Open to students in kindergarten through 12th grade, this free art competition aims to introduce Minnesota youth to the wonders of fish, the joy of fishing, and the importance of aquatic conservation. “The magazine is honored to host… Read More

By Tom HintgenOtter Tail County Correspondent  Just the presence of Mojo, the county sheriff K9 dog, was enough for a driver to hand over illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia Nov. 25 at an undisclosed location in Otter Tail County. “While speaking with the driver, and telling him that dog would be used, the driver admitted to… Read More

A Rothsay man lost his life in a traffic accident on Nov. 27 at the intersection of Highway 88 and 155th Avenue, between Fergus Falls and Carlisle. The victim was identified by sheriff deputies as 25-year-old Brady Iverson. He died at the scene of the accident, about 10:18 p.m. Authorities said they responded to a report of… Read More

Otter Tail County recycling program collects approximately 750 tons of glass each year. The Highway Department will use the recycled material in road construction in 2022. From Otter Tail County The Otter Tail County Solid Waste Department is in the process of constructing a glass storage facility at the Fergus Falls Transfer Station.  The project began this spring… Read More

The Polar Plunge is back for the third year in a row. Otter Tail Lakes Country Association (OTLCA) and the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office are partnering in this event to raise money for Special Olympics.  The goal is to raise $65,000 in 2022. Mark your calendars for February 5 at noon on Otter Tail Lake. The… Read More