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A dozen spotted pups and their human companions share the stage in the Community Theater's production of "101 Dalmatians."

Pelican’s Community Theatre kids shine in ‘101 Dalmatians KIDS’

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The 2026 Festival of Weiners was held in Vergas during Looney Days Saturday, Aug. 1. Crowds filled the stands at the Vergas baseball field to watch the short-legged pups race down the track with varying degrees of success.
Between the easily distracted weiner dogs and the inevitable double-entendre-laced calls from event organizer and announcer Digger Anderson, it’s safe to say: a great time was had by all.

SMALL DOGS, BIG CROWD: Vergas' Festival of Wieners delivers again

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Two young actors portray dalmatians during the recent production of "101 Dalmatians KIDS" at the Pelican Rapids High School Fine Arts Auditorium, showcasing local student talent on a professional-quality stage.

Fine Arts Auditorium brings world-class feel to local performances

Have you ever performed, or seen and heard performers on the “big stage?”The “big stage” is an idiom that means a major, highly visible, and...

August 1976, Pelican Rapids residents peruse sidewalk sales during the Chamber’s “Crazy Day” retail promotion.

𝑳𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑩𝑨𝑪𝑲 Pelican Rapids population grew to 1,679 in 1950 census

100 years ago, August 5, 1926• Young Lady DiesMiss Mabel Idolio Emery, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Emery of Maplewood, died Monday at her home...

USDA deadlines approach for safety net, disaster assistance, county...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is reminding agricultural producers impacted by increased input costs and natural disasters that the deadlines to apply for safety net...

U of M Extension to host agrivoltaics research webinar

Across the country, extensive research is underway to keep agricultural land in production while developing it for solar energy. These dual-use “agrivoltaic” systems...

Sheriff Blotter Shenanigans

The Prankster of Water Street RoadA resident driving along Water Street Road/County Highway 35 spotted a stray tool bag sitting in the roadway and did the neighborly thing...

Pelican Rapids seeks bathhouse bids

The City of Pelican Rapids is seeking sealed bids for the construction of a new bathhouse at Sherin Park, with proposals due by noon on Aug. 31.The...

Fireworks debate heats up in Pelican Rapids

Are Fireworks Fun for Everyone?The short answer is no. And they are illegal in Minnesota. But that doesn’t stop people in Pelican Rapids or in the...

Old Pelican Rapids Oktoberfest T-shirts are being sought to be displayed at the 2026 Oktoberfest.

Sewing up plans for 2026 Oktoberfest

Plans are underway for the 2026 Pelican Rapids Oktoberfest fall event—including a custom-made, one-of-a-kind Oktoberfest momento.In anticipation of...

Volunteer ‘Band of Faith’ players performed in Vergas during Loony...

The “Band of Faith” has had a busy schedule with their horns this summer. The band, headquartered in Pelican Rapids and featuring musicians from...

Birdfeeder bear bandit raids rural Erhard

’Tis the season for bird feeder raids by marauding black bears.Mary Ohe, rural Erhard, captured this photo of a morning “breakfast guest.”For 20...

Last chance to cast your vote in state primary election Aug. 11

Voting in Minnesota’s August 11 Primary Election began June 26, 2026, offering registered voters three distinct methods to participate in the...

This map of Pelican Rapids shows five color-coded priority areas selected for the city’s infrastructure study authorized by the City Council, including surface improvements on Fifth Avenue SW and Third Street SW (yellow), water system improvements on First Street SE (blue), combined water and sanitary system work (red), and sanitary sewer repairs west of First Street NW (green). Inset shows the Hwy 59 frontage road on the north edge of town where additional surface improvements are planned.

City identifies street improvement priorities

It’s no secret that some streets in Pelican Rapids need attention, not to mention water and sewer issues. But exactly how much and what it will...

Pelican Rapids Chamber schedules second vote on dissolution proposal

The Pelican Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a second General Membership Meeting on Monday, August 10, at 6 p.m. at the Barn at Dunvilla,...

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