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Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Grant Awarded to Lake Region Healthcare
This October, the Foundation for Rural Service awarded a $4,990.94 grant to Lake Region Healthcare. As the sponsor of this application, Park Region is contributing 20% of the total grant amount, the funds of which will go toward purchasing new vision and hearing screening equipment for early identification of concerns in children and teens. Lake Region Healthcare says the grant will enable children and adolescents to receive timely evaluation and treatment before impairments affect speech and language
PSN App Shutdown
Effective October 14, 2026, our payment processor, Payment Service Network/PSN, no longer accepts payments made through our mobile app. The services that supported the app were turned off and the app can no longer process payments. This completes the retirement of the PSN mobile app, which was previously removed from the app stores. Please be aware that payments can no longer be made through the mobile app. To pay online, visit our website at www.parkregion.com/bill-pay.
FRS Scholarship Applications Now Open
The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS), along with the National Telecommunications Cooperative Association (NTCA) and its members, strongly promotes the continuing education of rural youth. As your local telecommunications service provider, we are happy to offer this national scholarship program to our customers’ high school seniors. To be eligible, the applicant must be a graduating high school senior whose family subscribes to at least one service from Park Region. The application window is now open
Help Us Stay Connected 2026
If you have recently changed your cell phone number, email address or mailing address, it is important that we update your contact information in our records. Please keep your mailing address updated with us in the event you disconnect your service or move. Keeping your address current ensures that you will continue to receive member notifications, such as changes in capital credit accounts. To update your contact information, call us at 218.826.6161, or stop at our office and speak with a customer
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Workforce resources for Otter Tail County employers and job seekers
There are more than 700 job openings available throughout Otter Tail County. These opportunities represent many industries, job types, and skill sets. The Otter Tail County Job Portal at ottertaillakescountry.com/jobs connects job seekers with these opportunities in one convenient place. The website is free and lists current job openings with employers in Otter Tail County, making it easier to explore careers without searching multiple websites. The Job Portal is helpful for anyone looking for work,
Loan resources for Otter Tail County businesses
Access to capital can make the difference between a business idea staying on paper and becoming a successful business. For new and existing business owners, financing may be needed to purchase equipment, acquire or improve property, build inventory, provide working capital, refinance eligible debt, or support expansion. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers several loan programs that can make it easier for small businesses to access financing through participating banks and other lenders.
Community development grants drive growth across Otter Tail County
The Otter Tail County Community Development Agency (CDA) has awarded more than $804,000 to 11 communities for projects that strengthen local economies, expand housing opportunities, expand the tax base, and improve quality of life. The Community Growth Partnership Grant Program was created in 2019 by the Otter Tail County CDA and has awarded 42 grants to eligible cities and townships to help turn local ideas into projects that create lasting community impact. The Community Growth Partnership Grant
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Financial resources for Otter Tail County businesses
Starting up or expanding a business takes more than a good idea. It also takes funding, planning, and support from organizations that understand the financial needs of local businesses. Loans, tax incentives, and other financial resources can help business owners take their next step—renovating or expanding buildings, buying equipment, improving energy efficiency, creating jobs, or planning for long-term growth. There are a variety of financial resources available to Otter Tail County businesses. These
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Succession planning resources for Otter Tail County businesses
Succession and transition planning are important for business owners at every stage, not just for those who are ready to retire. A succession plan helps a business get ready for what comes next. This could mean selling the business, handing over ownership, training the next group of leaders, hiring new managers, or making a plan for unexpected events. Starting early can make things easier for the owner, employees, family, customers, and the community. Many business owners wait until they are close to
Business resources available in Otter Tail County
Otter Tail County knows that supporting local businesses helps build strong communities. Whether someone is starting a new business, managing a current business, planning for growth, looking for funding, needing workforce support, or preparing for the future, there are resources available to help. The Business & Development Resources page on the Otter Tail County website brings many of these tools together in one easy place, so business owners and community members can find support that fits their unique
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AI resources for Otter Tail County businesses
Business owners have a lot to manage each day. From helping customers and managing employees to handling finances, marketing, operations, and future planning, running a business can bring up questions at every stage. There are business resources, so Otter Tail County businesses do not have to figure everything out on their own. The West Central Minnesota Small Business Development Center (SBDC) provides one-on-one consulting for small businesses and entrepreneurs. In addition to business consulting, the