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Outgoing Managing Editor, Louis Hoglund, is retiring after more than 50 years in news media.

Pelican Rapids Press announces leadership transition

January 1, 2026

Managing Editor Louis Hoglund to retire; Nicole WK named to lead roleThe Pelican Rapids Press is announcing a leadership transition, Louis Hoglund...

Pelican Rapids Library director Marie Schwirian, pictured with the outdoor lockers by the library. This spring, two E-bikes will be stored there—available for renters to ride the Heart of the Lakes Trail to Maplewood State Park.

Looking ahead to 2026: E-bike rentals may help cover rising library...

January 1, 2026

The Pelican Rapids Public Library is gearing up for the new year, and though budgets are always a challenge, they're “planning more events and...

Printed Paper Online

January 8, 2026

Members of the team "Scott Backstrom's Purple Plunger," who participated in the 2025 Special Olympics Polar Plunge, raising nearly $7,000 in memory of the late Backstrom.

COLD DIPS, BIG DREAMS: Polar Plunge returns to Otter Tail Lake Feb. 7

January 8, 2026

Registration for the 2026 Ottertail Polar Plunge is now open! This winter tradition is not only a beloved community event but also supports Special...

Cold weather in Minnesota can lead to frostbite, falls, emergency...

January 8, 2026

In Minnesota, we face snow, ice, and cold weather that can cause falls and frostbite. It’s a busy time in the emergency room as people deal with different winter...

Dale Rengsdorf was interviewed by Prairie Public for a feature about his family’s Pelican Rapids area bison ranch. PHOTO COURTESY OF PRAIRIE PUBLIC

Prairie Public features Pelican’s Rolling R Ranch in bison ranching...

January 8, 2026

Rolling R Ranch, a local family-owned bison operation, was recently featured on Prairie Public’s program Prairie Mosaic, highlighting the unique...

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Statewide Classifieds

January 8, 2026

MiscellaneousGET A BREAK ON YOUR TAXES! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a...

January 8, 2026

WORK WANTED: Professional Painting: painting, staining drywall repair. Bob Thompson (218) 863-7182, Len Thompson (218)

January 8, 2026

WORK WANTED: Land Surveying: Boundary & Descriptions, Residential & Commercial Development, Platting, Construction Staking, ALTA/ACSM, Licensed. Compass...

Another view of Angie and Jamie Nelson in P.R. Pete's -- Pelican Rapid's new gym.

New year, new gains at new Pelican Rapids gym

January 8, 2026

If your New Year’s resolution involves fewer excuses and more movement, Pelican Rapids now has a new place to break a sweat – P.R. Pete’s Gym,...

Looking Back: Professional basketballl arrives in town; river...

January 8, 2026

75 years ago, January 11, 1951• Jaycees Win First Home Game 88-55A nice crowd was on hand to see the first home game of professional basketball when the Jaycees swamped the...

Roadway injury near Pelican

January 8, 2026

Sheriff deputies, on Saturday, Dec. 27, reported one injury in a traffic accident at the intersection of South Pelican Drive and Highway 59, near Dunvilla and northeast of...

Elaine Amundson

January 8, 2026

Jan. 24, 1929 -Dec. 06, 2025PELICAN RAPIDS, Minn.- Elaine Amundson, 96, Rothsay, Minn. died Saturday, Dec. 6. Memorial Service: 1:00 p.m.Saturday, January 17, 2026 at New...

January 8, 2026

Jul. 01, 1935 - Dec. 28, 2025FARGO, N.D.- Yvonne Hanson, 90, Dent, Minn. died Sunday, Dec. 28, in Sanford Medical Center. Visitation will be 4:00-7:00 p.m. with a Prayer...

January 8, 2026

Robert Arthur Emery, 89, of rural Erhard, MN, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at his current home at the Pelican Valley SeniorLiving Care Center withfamily at...

From the Pen: Leadership transitions: a constant in family,...

January 8, 2026

Leadership transition is the process of changing from one leader to another within a family, a business, a corporation, a form of government, and a walk of faith.We have...

A million fond memories—plus a a few great baseball cards bought with paper route profits—after a long career of newspapering.

From My View Point: From paperboy to publishing; a wealth of...

January 8, 2026

For about six decades, deadlines were a constant: Deliveries through heat, sleet rain and snow; producing newspapers in time for presses to...

Red doors have long symbolized refuge, protection

January 8, 2026

I enjoyed reading the “Little Store with the Red Door." (Jan. 1, 2026 edition of The Press regarding Pass It On Thrift Store) These volunteers are truly an important part...

PUBLIC NOTICE: Pelican Rapids Board of Education Regular Board...

January 8, 2026

PELICAN RAPIDS BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR BOARD MEETING December 15, 2025 The Pelican Rapids Board of Education held a regular meeting on December 15, 2025 in the...

Miguel Torres slams home another dunk in the Minnesota National Bank Classic basketball tournament in Pelican.

Vikings rebound after buzzer-beater to finish Minnesota National...

January 8, 2026

The Pelican Rapids Vikings hosted the annual Minnesota National Bank Classic basketball tournament on Monday and Tuesday last week. On the first...

Pelican Rapids Vikes gals cheer from the sideline as the team takes a commanding victory over Staples-Motley in blow out.

Pelican Rapids girls basketball team commands Minnesota National...

January 8, 2026

The Pelican Rapids girls basketball team opened play at the Minnesota National Bank Holiday Tournament in the Al Siegle Activity Center at Pelican...

The Vikings gals continue to dominate the competition this season with a decisive victory over Staples-Motley.

Korf, Hovland lead Pelican Rapids girls past Staples-Motley in...

January 8, 2026

The Pelican Rapids girls basketball team put together a dominant performance Tuesday night, cruising past the Staples-Motley Cardinals 99-36 in a...

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