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Fun fact: The Department of Transportation actively tracks and analyzes cell phone data. A recent MnDOT study using cell phone data shows that traffic in Pelican has slowed by 8 miles per hour since before the project.

Top 5 things you won’t hear about the Pelican Rapids Street Project

#1: I love the center median. “I’ve witnessed three people trip on the median and fall flat on the street. It’s horrible to see,” said Council...

Otter Tail County, which is larger than the state of Rhode Island, maintains 1,062 miles of paved roads. To keep up with infrastructure needs, the Board of Commissioners recently approved several million dollars in roadway maintenance contracts and authorized the continuation of a half-cent sales tax to help fund transportation projects through 2031.

Otter Tail County approves $2.7 million road repair plan

If anyone doubts the need for taxpayer support for roadway upkeep in Otter Tail County, all one needs to do is take a look at contracts approved...

County opens doors for 2026 candidates May 19

Filing opens for sheriff, commissioners, county attorney, district supervisorsResidents who want to run for a State, Federal, Judicial or County...

Not from Pelican Rapids, but pretty impressive anyway — Fergus Falls native Chris Tungseth finished in the Top 5 on American Idol's 2026 season.
PHOTO VIA CHRIS TUNGSETH FACEBOOK

𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑽𝑰𝑬𝑾 𝑭𝑹𝑶𝑴 𝑯𝑬𝑹𝑬: Yes, we know who Chris Tungseth is — No, we...

A note on local news, lean newsrooms, and why Pelican Rapids always comes firstA couple of former Pelican Rapids residents recently stopped into...

After 14 years on board, Johnson eyes new term as county commissioner

Otter Tail County Commissioner Wayne Johnson is seeking reelection, citing his continued commitment to strong leadership, economic growth, and...

Organizers are currently raising funds to bring a 15-foot lighted snowman, to Peteyville this winter. Once funded, it will light up the area between the suspension bridge and “Pete's Bridge.” SUBMITTED PHOTO

𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐲𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐫, 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫

Peteyville may only shine for a few weeks each winter, but behind the scenes, its growth has become a year-round effort — and a bigger vision is...

PHOTOS COURTESY NATE MCRAE

DGF Rebels shutout lady Vikings softball team

The Pelican Rapids softball team hosted DGF on a warm and windy Thursday afternoon. The high-powered Rebels defeated the Vikings by a score of...

Voice of the Minnesota Vikings Paul Allen takes time to answer questions with The Press.

𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐬 𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐥𝐞: 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲-𝐛𝐲-𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟...

Minnesota Vikings fans know his voice from the “Minneapolis Miracle,” but on April 11, Paul Allen brought his passion for football and faith...

Kellsey Steeves, Abby Scott, and Diane Erickson of the Oktoberfest Committee met with community leaders, Brittany Tollefson of the Erhard 4th of July Committee, Gary Stadum representing the City of Erhard, and Trevor Steeves representing Peteyville, to announce $10,000 in funding for local projects. PHOTO BY BRIAN BURGESS

Oktoberfest grants $10k toward giant snowman at Peteyville; new...

The Oktoberfest Committee is already planning next fall’s celebration and has announced $10,000 in funding for three local projects. The money...

Paul Allen and Tim Siegle talk Vikings football, horse racing and faith during FCA event.

𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵, 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱𝘀

Paul Allen, the “Voice of the Minnesota Vikings,” was the keynote speaker at a Fellowship of Christian Athletes event April 11 at the Pelican...

The retired astronaut, now 90, has long-standing ties to West Battle Lake through his family cabin.

Do You Remember When? From West Battle Lake to the stars: Last...

Former astronaut Harrison (Jack) Schmitt, a retired geologist and resident of New Mexico who oftentimes stayed at a family cabin at West Battle...

Morgan Korf in the midst of a layup against Staples-Motley in January. Korf will take to the court again for the Minnesota Basketball All-Star Game on Saturday, April 11.

Pelican senior Morgan Korf named to state all-star game

Pelican Rapids senior standout Morgan Korf will cap off an impressive high school basketball career with one more prestigious honor, as she has...

𝟒𝟒𝟐 𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬: Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts team up for biggest...

Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts in Pelican Rapids joined forces Sunday to help fight hunger in their community, collecting 442 pounds of food and more...

Coach Jake Januszewski, Head Coach Laura Januszewski, Morgan Korf, Jadon Peterson, Brendan Hanson, Walter Torrez, Andrew Checco de Souza, Danny Salazar, Coach Cary Haugrud, Coach Eli Beacher

Vikings turn to track season as winter sports wrap up

With wrestling and boys and girls basketball seasons wrapping up — including playoff runs and state trips — there is little time for rest as the...

The View FROM HERE: Steaks for me, scraps for thee: What $93...

Imagine your dad tosses an $788 iPad into the cart at the store — not because he needs it, but because the $499 model right next to it doesn’t...

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