Funeral services for Richard “Rick” Evenson were Sept. 9 at Faith Lutheran Church, Pelican Rapids.The lifelong Pelican Rapids farmer was found dead...

Farmers markets are bringing fresh food to communities. These markets, along with food hubs and other local food businesses, play an important role...

A hometown boy with a knack for storytelling and woodcarving; and a deep appreciation for his rural upbringing, returned to his roots with stories...

Fourteen-year-old Cailyn Craik, a Pelican Rapids High School freshman, made a winning debut in bracket drag racing at Interstate Raceway earlier...

Three longtime educators who helped shape generations of students in the Pelican Rapids School District are “Honor Roll Teachers” for 2025. ...

100 years ago,  September 10, 1925• Rural HumorThe Brandvold-Lundhagen first shock threshing run came to a close several days ago. It was a most...

Homecoming highlights include: Friday, September 191:50 p.m.- 2:35 p.m. Walking Parade and Pep Fest in Leaders Gymnasium2:40 p.m.- Coronation in...

Pelican sightings were reported at Maplewood State Park Sept. 4, in the South Lake Lida area. Photo submitted by Maplewood park manager Bill...

With Monday, September 1, being a federal holiday, Landwehr Construction personnel had the day off and then rescued some of those work hours by working on Saturday,...

Two construction seasons of detours, roadblocks, and signs, signs, everywhere a sign...are expected to be done before the snow flies.  “We plan to be done,” said Minnesota...

The feeling of security, a full stomach, and a roof over one’s head are ingredients of a life that we all endeavor to have.  Yes, we all function better when life is calm...

Pelican Rapids High School Homecoming falls early this year, starting with the announcement of Homecoming court candidates Friday, September 5.Homecoming week launches...

I read the article about the shooting death of Rodne Gilberts at a Pelican Rapids gas station in  1954. (In the August 14 Pelican Rapids Press.)...

100 years ago, September 3, 1925• Oak Lodge Guests Sing Its Praises"Wichita's own summer resort." The title might well be applied to Oak Lodge,...

With a few cool days and a dry stretch of weather this past week, the 2025 Pelican Rapids Complete Streets Project was “in full gear.”1st Avenue NW...