By Robert Williams Editor Owner Kevin Zitzow and his staff of four celebrated 20 years in business at Vergas Auto Repair on June 6. Surpassing two decades of success has not been a solo task.  ¶  “I haven’t done this adventure alone,” Zitzow said. “There have been a lot of people involved from day one. I’ve… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor The Legislature recently approved the creation of a Seasonal Tax Base Replacement Aid (TBRA) program. Under this legislation, the district will qualify for Seasonal TBRA. Superintendent Terry Karger led a discussion on the topic during his Administrative update session at the School Board meeting Monday, June 8. “This is a positive for our… Read More

By Greta Foss Summer Intern Cornerstone gives to the community, now they are asking the community to give back.  The Cornerstone Arts and Giving Gala will take place on Friday, June 19 at 5:30 p.m. located at the Frazee Event Center, and will be a night dedicated to celebrating the work that Cornerstone has done, and is… Read More

VFW Post 1676, in partnership with Project 412, is inviting artists of all ages to participate in the America250 – Detroit Lakes Community Art Showcase, a community exhibition celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The showcase provides an opportunity for artists to explore and express what America means to them… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Owners Kyle Theisen, Vanessa Perry and Jordan Sleen announced the passing of the state inspection at Full Spectrum Dispensary, a new cannabis dispensary that will be located at 235 E Frazee Avenue. The store’s sign was installed in mid-May, but the business was on hold awaiting state approval.  “What felt like 10+ years in… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Frazee Community Development Corporation (FCDC) board member Polly Andersen discussed the board’s coming development of the $2.45 million North River Drive loop paving and sewer construction and that the city council will have a plan to examine in the next few weeks. Council member Jim Rader asked if there was any bridge funding… Read More

Photos by Kristy Helmbrecht Hundred of motorcycles rolled through the area on Saturday afternoon as part of the 25th annual Ronald McDonald RIDE. The motorcycle ride is the world’s largest single day motorcycle ride to benefit the Ronald McDonald House. The ride began and ended at the VFW Club in New York Mills and made stops… Read More

Accessible, transparent care without the red tapeBy Robert Williams – Editor Owner and Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) Ashley Schultz just celebrated the first month of being open for business at her new cash-pay clinic, Lakes Country Healthcare, in Detroit Lakes. “We’re getting going,” Schultz said. “It’s not steady or predictable, yet.” Lakes Country Healthcare (LCH) is a complete… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor The Frazee City Council held a special meeting on Tuesday, May 26, to discuss a potential apartment building next to Dollar General with Turnkey Solutions & Development Vice President Jason Francis. “Basically, we’re just getting started on it with some concept drawings to see what we can put together with that site,” Francis said…. Read More

June is Great Outdoors Month, a perfect time to highlight our abundant natural resources, celebrate Minnesota’s dedication to conservation, and get outdoors to enjoy the incredible recreation activities available here. In 2019, the U.S. Senate officially designated June as Great Outdoors Month. It was created to encourage people to get outside and enjoy nature and to… Read More