Fire Crews Respond to Fire at Staples Hi Rise Apartment
STAPLES, Minn. (KWAD) — A late-night fire at the Staples Hi Rise Apartments sent one victim to the hospital and displaced several residents on Wednesday, November 19. According to a…
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Otter Tail County Hosts Successful Community Open House
OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. — Residents had the opportunity to connect with county leaders and staff during Otter Tail County’s Community Open House on Nov. 17 at the Government Services Center…
Wadena Area Chamber Of Commerce Wadena Parade Of Lights Friday, December 5th
The Wadena Area Chamber of Commerce invites all local and area businesses, civic groups, schools, and community members walk through or to enter a float or vehicle and join the…
Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office Responds To Tractor Vs. Train Accident Northwest Of Henning
On 11/12/25, at 1:54pm, the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a tractor versus train accident northwest of Henning.
New York Mills Regional Cultural Center Presents The 16th Annual Artist Bazaar
Two Weeks of Local Art, Handmade Gifts, Workshops & Holiday Fun | Nov 15–29, 2025 New York Mills, MN—November 14, 2025— The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center proudly announces the 16th…
ASK A TROOPER “Right Of Way”
“ASK A TROOPER” by Sgt. Jesse Grabow of the Minnesota State Patrol Question: At a 4-way stop, when 2 cars stop at exactly the same time, which one has the…
Community Design Event On December 10th At Battle Lake Schools
Battle Lake, Minn.─ November 17, 2025 ─Please join us on Wednesday, December 10, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Battle Lake Public Schools New Commons Space (402 Summit Street West) for…
99th Annual Empty Stocking Fund Talent Program Returns On Dec. 3rd
WADENA, Minn.– A nearly century-long holiday tradition in Wadena is returning to help kids during Christmastime and give the community a festive performance. The 99th Annual Empty Stocking Fund Talent…
You’re Invited To The Perham Highway Garage Open House Dec 3
OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. – Otter Tail County will celebrate the completion of its new Perham highway garage with a public open house from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday,…
Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office Responds To Shop Fire In Newton Township
On 11/13/2025 at 10:06pm, Otter Tail County Dispatch received the report of a shop on fire at an address in the 53000 block of 370th Street in Newton Township.