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    What’s legal? What’s not? What to know about IC...

    This article is offered freely as part of our commitment to civic responsibility.With U.S....

    What’s legal? What’s not? What to know about IC...
    This article is offered freely as part of our commitment to civic responsibility.With U.S....
    State officials and ag leaders held a press conference Jan. 18 to address concerns about ICE activity in rural Minn. and its impact on farmers and rural economies.

    Minnesota farm leaders warn ICE raids threaten ...

    Farm leaders and state officials in Minnesota held a press conference to address the growing...

    Minnesota farm leaders warn ICE raids threaten ...
    Farm leaders and state officials in Minnesota held a press conference to address the growing...
    Adult leaders of The Youths PR, Dan Kramer and Staci Allmaras, pictured background above, each gave speeches (reprinted here) to gathered youth and community members Jan. 19 at the “Unity Walk.” Also pictured are members of The Youths as well as community member and Youths supporter Nanette Albright.

    Youth-led "Unity Walk" brings Pelican Rapids co...

    Organizations in Pelican Rapids moved their Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration indoors...

    Youth-led "Unity Walk" brings Pelican Rapids co...
    Organizations in Pelican Rapids moved their Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration indoors...
    Two possible routes for the proposed Maple River–Cyuna 345 kV transmission line are being considered by power company officials. The northern route would run from the Maple River Substation near Fargo, North Dakota, parallel to Highway 10, to the Cuyuna Substation in the Brainerd area. The southern route would pass through the lakes region near Pelican Rapids, including areas around Pelican Lake, Tamarac, Franklin, and portions of Scambler and Dunn Townships.

    New power line project could cut through Pelica...

    Route maps for a proposed transmission line have arrived in mailboxes across the region,...

    New power line project could cut through Pelica...
    Route maps for a proposed transmission line have arrived in mailboxes across the region,...

    Pelican library features Jill Preston's impress...

    ­­Jill Preston has been fascinated by the shapes, colors, and textures of the woods she loves for...

    Pelican library features Jill Preston's impress...
    ­­Jill Preston has been fascinated by the shapes, colors, and textures of the woods she loves for...
    Brandie Hanson, Heather Jacobson, Todd and Brit Finkelson.

    Otter Tail County appraiser commended for compa...

    An Otter Tail County appraiser is recognized for his quick thinking and compassion after helping...

    Otter Tail County appraiser commended for compa...
    An Otter Tail County appraiser is recognized for his quick thinking and compassion after helping...
    Andon Roisum keeps the ball away from defenders by dribbling it in an open space beyond their grasp.

    Torres leads Vikings as Pelican Rapids holds of...

    The Pelican Rapids Vikings boys basketball team held off a determined second-half surge by...

    Torres leads Vikings as Pelican Rapids holds of...
    The Pelican Rapids Vikings boys basketball team held off a determined second-half surge by...
    Thrive Church on Highway 9 south of town with a stunning sundog encircling the church sign.

    From mobile ministry to permanent home: Thrive ...

    Editor's Note: This article includes two small corrections compared to the print edition...

    From mobile ministry to permanent home: Thrive ...
    Editor's Note: This article includes two small corrections compared to the print edition...
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    What’s legal? What’s not? What to know about ICE warrants, rights...
    January 22, 2026
    This article is offered freely as part of our commitment to civic responsibility.With U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity...
    Pelican city officials weigh in on ICE activity in community
    January 22, 2026
    Council member calls enforcement "heavy-handed," sad to witnessCity councils across Minnesota are grappling with the increased presence of...
    Printed Paper Online
    January 22, 2026

    Area
    Car in ice near Dent. Car Plunges in Ice near Dent and Perham
    January 22, 2026
    A car plunged through the ice on Marion Lake near Dent and Perham Jan. 18, underscoring DNR warnings that no ice is 100% safe—especially near...
    Ask a Trooper: Informational signs
    January 22, 2026
    Question: I know you’ve written about regulatory and warning-type signs before. Can you write about some of the other signs regarding services and guidance? Answer: I sure...
    State officials and ag leaders held a press conference Jan. 18 to address concerns about ICE activity in rural Minn. and its impact on farmers and rural economies. Minnesota farm leaders warn ICE raids threaten food supply, economy
    January 22, 2026
    Farm leaders and state officials in Minnesota held a press conference to address the growing concerns over Immigration and Customs Enforcement...
    Larry's
    Local
    Thrive Church on Highway 9 south of town with a stunning sundog encircling the church sign. From mobile ministry to permanent home: Thrive Church marks three...
    January 22, 2026
    Editor's Note: This article includes two small corrections compared to the print edition regarding the denomination and funding sources of Thrive...
    Two possible routes for the proposed Maple River–Cyuna 345 kV transmission line are being considered by power company officials. The northern route would run from the Maple River Substation near Fargo, North Dakota, parallel to Highway 10, to the Cuyuna Substation in the Brainerd area. The southern route would pass through the lakes region near Pelican Rapids, including areas around Pelican Lake, Tamarac, Franklin, and portions of Scambler and Dunn Townships. New power line project could cut through Pelican Lake area,...
    January 22, 2026
    Route maps for a proposed transmission line have arrived in mailboxes across the region, prompting local officials to begin weighing in on the...
    What’s legal? What’s not? What to know about ICE warrants, rights...
    January 22, 2026
    This article is offered freely as part of our commitment to civic responsibility.With U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity...
    Obituaries
    Jeannette Gobel
    January 22, 2026
    Dec. 24, 1927 -Jan. 19, 2026PELICAN RAPIDS, Minn.Jeanette Gobel, 98, Pelican Rapids, Minn. died Monday, Jan. 19, in Pelican Valley Senior Living. Memorial service will be...
    Eileen Jacobson Eileen Jacobson
    January 22, 2026
    Eileen F. Jacobson, 83, of Ely, Iowa, formerly of Martelle, Iowa, died Thursday, January 15, 2026. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on...
    Opinions
    U.S. foreign policy raises questions about true motives
    January 22, 2026
    Remember the Beverly Hillbillies? Some of the first crude was basically the “Bubbling Pool!” And it was used for axle grease until somebody tried burning it! The race was...
    Brent Frazier, Mayor, Pelican Rapids. FROM THE PEN OF THE MAYOR: Federal law limits what cities can do...
    January 22, 2026
    City commits to serving all residents amid immigration enforcementThe City of Pelican Rapids is a small, peaceful city and community in West...
    Ensure your voice is heard by lawmakers
    January 22, 2026
    By Cora Hoffer, senior policy associate, Center for Rural AffairsAcross Minnesota and the country, lawmakers are gathering in their state capitols and Washington, D.C., to...
    Public Notices
    PELICAN RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Dec. 9, 2025
    January 22, 2026
    PELICAN RAPIDS  CITY COUNCIL  MEETING MINUTES December 9, 2025Call to OrderMayor Frazier called the regular City Council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December...
    Public Notice Lake Lida Township
    January 22, 2026
    NOTICE OF ABSENTEE VOTING FOR LIDA TOWNSHIP ELECTION Absentee Voting will be available for eligible voters as follows: To Receive a Ballot Mailed to you: Call...
    Certificate of Assumed Name: DBA Publication
    January 22, 2026
    OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE Certificate of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 333DBA PublicationNotice is hereby given that anapplication for a...
    Sports
    Andon Roisum keeps the ball away from defenders by dribbling it in an open space beyond their grasp. Torres leads Vikings as Pelican Rapids holds off Hillcrest 57-48
    January 22, 2026
    The Pelican Rapids Vikings boys basketball team held off a determined second-half surge by Hillcrest Lutheran Academy to claim a 57-48 road victory...
    Team effort lifts Vikings girls over No. 5 DGF in hard-fought home win
    January 22, 2026
    The Pelican Rapids Vikings girls basketball team earned an impressive home victory Tuesday night, knocking off the No. 5–ranked Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton Rebels in a tightly...
    Lady Vikes fall short in hard fought matchup against Menahga
    January 15, 2026
    The Pelican Rapids girls basketball team hosted the Menahga Braves on Tuesday night in a Section 8AA matchup, but the Vikings came up short in a...
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