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Otter Tail County, Minnesota

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Proposed Federal Limits on Low Dose THC Threaten Local Retailers

Proposed Federal Limits on Low Dose THC Threaten Local Retailers

Federal agencies are considering new limits on low dose hemp derived THC products, a move that could disrupt retail sales and inventory for Otter Tail County businesses. Landmark Liquors in Perham reported nearly $106,000 in THC product sales in the first 10 months of 2025, underscoring how policy shifts could have immediate local economic consequences.

Sarah Chen - Journalist

•2 min read•11:13 PM

About Otter Tail County

Population

Approximately 60,000 residents

County Seat

Fergus Falls, Minnesota

Coverage Area

1,980 square miles in western Minnesota

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State Grants Fund Major Upgrades At Otter Tail Phelps Mill Park

State Grants Fund Major Upgrades At Otter Tail Phelps Mill Park

Otter Tail County received a $713,747 grant award to fund Phase 2 improvements at Phelps Mill Park, part of a statewide ...

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FM Bank opens new riverside downtown building, anchors local activity

FM Bank opens new riverside downtown building, anchors local activity

FM Bank held an open house December 3 for its new downtown Fergus Falls building after about 18 months of construction, ...

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Holiday events bring arts, health and community across Perham

Holiday events bring arts, health and community across Perham

A community calendar running from December 4 to December 14 showcased a packed slate of family friendly arts, health and...

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Interstate 94 Lane Restrictions Lifted Near Fergus Falls, Work Wraps

Interstate 94 Lane Restrictions Lifted Near Fergus Falls, Work Wraps

Lane restrictions on Interstate 94 between Rothsay and Fergus Falls were lifted on December 2 as a $22 million resurfaci...

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Fergus Falls Man Arrested After SUV Break In, Stolen Items Recovered

Fergus Falls Man Arrested After SUV Break In, Stolen Items Recovered

Fergus Falls police arrested 40 year old Tony Maruna after investigators linked him to the theft of an aftermarket radio...

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New York Mills Gallery Opens Circle of Friends, Honors Cheryl Bannes

New York Mills Gallery Opens Circle of Friends, Honors Cheryl Bannes

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center opened a new gallery exhibition titled Circle of Friends on December 3, 2025...

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Perham Girls Roll to Dominant Win, Maintain Undefeated Start

Perham Girls Roll to Dominant Win, Maintain Undefeated Start

Perham routed Hawley 71 to 34 on Dec. 2 at the Hive, pacing itself with strong defense and efficient scoring that conver...

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Owly Coffee Fuels New York Mills Downtown Revival

Owly Coffee Fuels New York Mills Downtown Revival

A recent community profile highlighted Owly Coffee Co. and Roasters in New York Mills, spotlighting owner Kyle Hagen and...

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West Central Initiative Opens Grant Window, Local Businesses Can Apply

West Central Initiative Opens Grant Window, Local Businesses Can Apply

West Central Initiative and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development announced the PROMISE Act gr...

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Winter Crash on Interstate 94 Injures Young Driver Near Otter Tail

Winter Crash on Interstate 94 Injures Young Driver Near Otter Tail

A single vehicle rollover on the westbound lanes of Interstate 94 near mile marker 69 in Otter Tail County on November 2...

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Neighbors Rescue Two Women from Otter Tail Lake, Sheriff Investigates

Neighbors Rescue Two Women from Otter Tail Lake, Sheriff Investigates

Deputies responded December 2 after an alleged life threatening water incident on Otter Tail Lake in which a suspect rep...

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New York Mills Hosts Family Christmas on Main Street Celebration

New York Mills Hosts Family Christmas on Main Street Celebration

New York Mills will hold its annual Christmas on Main Street celebration at Pulaski Park on Friday, December 12 from 6 t...

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Perham Chiropractor Honored as Minnesota's Top Practitioner, Boosts Local Care

Perham Chiropractor Honored as Minnesota's Top Practitioner, Boosts Local Care

Vincent Pankonin of Perham was named Minnesota's Chiropractor of the Year by the Minnesota Chiropractic Association on D...

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Two Women Charged After Fourth of July River Assault Leaves Woman Concussed

Two Women Charged After Fourth of July River Assault Leaves Woman Concussed

Two women have been charged with third degree assault after prosecutors say they held a fellow swimmer underwater and st...

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Fergus Falls Man Arrested, Stolen Vehicle Gear Valued At Nearly Two Thousand

Fergus Falls Man Arrested, Stolen Vehicle Gear Valued At Nearly Two Thousand

A Fergus Falls man was arrested after police recovered nearly two thousand dollars in stolen vehicle equipment from a pi...

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Perham Boys Basketball Returns, New Coach Focuses on Leadership

Perham Boys Basketball Returns, New Coach Focuses on Leadership

Perham completed its first week of basketball practice under new head coach Grant Dierkhising, with the preseason devote...

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Three Vehicles Sideswiped in Dent, Possible Gunshot Reported

Three Vehicles Sideswiped in Dent, Possible Gunshot Reported

Otter Tail County blotter entries show three vehicles were sideswiped in Dent on December 2, and a motorist reported hea...

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Teen Falls From Fergus Falls Bridge, Hospitalized With Injuries

Teen Falls From Fergus Falls Bridge, Hospitalized With Injuries

A 17 year old male fell from the Veteran Bridge on Tower Road in Fergus Falls on December 2 and was hospitalized with co...

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Where to Enjoy Winter Recreation in Otter Tail County

Where to Enjoy Winter Recreation in Otter Tail County

This practical guide outlines winter activities across Otter Tail County, from ice fishing on major lakes to groomed tra...

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Otter Tail County Reports Series of Property and Online Crimes

Otter Tail County Reports Series of Property and Online Crimes

Law enforcement in Otter Tail County responded to a string of incidents from November 25 through December 1 that include...

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Fergus Falls Holiday Shopping Spree Offers $1,500 in Prizes

Fergus Falls Holiday Shopping Spree Offers $1,500 in Prizes

The 3rd Annual Holiday Shopping Spree Giveaway in Fergus Falls is underway, running November 26 through December 15, 202...

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How Otter Tail County Residents Access Essential County Services

How Otter Tail County Residents Access Essential County Services

Otter Tail County provides multiple entry points for residents to obtain elections information, public safety assistance...

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Otter Tail County November Update Covers Projects, Public Meetings

Otter Tail County November Update Covers Projects, Public Meetings

Otter Tail County posted a monthly update on November 29 that summarized a November 17 Fergus Falls community open house...

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Fergus Falls City Council met Monday evening, providing public notice and access

Fergus Falls City Council met Monday evening, providing public notice and access

The Fergus Falls City Council met Monday, December 1, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at City Hall Council Chambers, 112 W...

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How Otter Tail County Residents Can Access Government Services

How Otter Tail County Residents Can Access Government Services

Otter Tail County provides a central online portal and phone contacts for accessing property records, tax payments, publ...

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Perham Youth Cheer Program Builds Confidence, Strengthens Community Spirit

Perham Youth Cheer Program Builds Confidence, Strengthens Community Spirit

The Just For Kix Perham cheer team has grown into a steady presence at local games and events, offering 4th through 7th ...

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Glendalough Park offers year round outdoor access and health benefits

Glendalough Park offers year round outdoor access and health benefits

Glendalough State Park near Battle Lake continues to serve Otter Tail County residents as a major site for hiking, paddl...

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Otter Tail County Releases Year Round Visitor Guide, Emphasizes Safety

Otter Tail County Releases Year Round Visitor Guide, Emphasizes Safety

Otter Tail County has published a comprehensive guide to year round attractions across Fergus Falls, Perham, New York Mi...

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Four Injured in Icy Thanksgiving Night Crash Near Perham

Four Injured in Icy Thanksgiving Night Crash Near Perham

Four people were injured in a two vehicle collision just outside Perham on Thanksgiving night, November 28. The crash hi...

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