Photo by Robert Williams Above: Homecoming Queen Brynn Larson and King Adam Vigen share candy with kids and adults lining Main Avenue during the parade on Friday, Oct. 10. Right: Members of the Frazee-Vergas Marching Band led the Homecoming parade from the elementary school through downtown Frazee on Friday afternoon.

By Robert Williams Editor Lake Agassiz Library Regional Director Liz Lynch reported on the library systems providing services to 22 communities including Frazee, Cormorant and Lake Park through 13 libraries and nine LINK sites. Becker County Commissioners were thorough in questioning this year’s budget increase for LARL, especially seeking answers on higher costs for Becker County… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Becker County District 3 Commissioner Phil Hansen held a question and answer session at the Holmes Art Cellar in Detroit Lakes with the Community and Cultural Center’s ENGAGE group on Wednesday, Oct. 8.  The opening half of the 80-minute presentation concentrated on Hansen’s professional football career beginning by growing up on a farm… Read More

Water user fee ordinance intention still in question By Robert Williams Editor Members of the Frazee Pickleball committee, led by Youth Chair Madison Olson, made a pitch for assistance in funding the planned four courts. Olson described how she and her friends and many pickleball players visit the courts in other towns and while there they are… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor  Jon and Sheila Holzhauer, of Frazee, were officially recognized by theLaurentian Lakes Chapter (LLC) of the North Country Trail Association on Saturday, Oct. 4 at the Frazee Event Center. The Holzhauers were given the 2025 Outstanding Private Landowner Award. “I don’t know how many of these the North Country Trail gives out annually but… Read More

Contributed photo Otter Tail County Sheriff Barry Fitzgibbons recognized Water Patrol Deputy Dave Weiss on his retirement from the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office after an incredible 45 years of service. “Dave has been a steadfast presence on our lakes and waterways, ensuring safety and educating boaters.”

Eight 4-H youth from Becker County participated in the Minnesota 4-H State Dog show Sept. 20-21. In total, 366 youth from across the state who made up 1,291 entries participated in this annual event, held at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Over the two-day event, 4-H’ers demonstrate their skills and knowledge in agility, obedience, showmanship and rally,… Read More

High-voltage lines expected to run through southern Becker County By Robert Williams Editor Minnesota Power, Otter Tail Power Company, and Great River Energy are currently gathering information from the public to support the development of potential routes for the Maple River- Cuyana (MR-C) Transmission Project. Details of the project are to construct a new, approximately 160-mile-long, single-circuit… Read More

What started as a simple passion for macarons has grown into one of Frazee’s sweetest success stories. Home Sweet Bakehouse, owned by Karey Smagacz, is quickly becoming a local favorite, known for its delicate pastries, creative flavors, and welcoming atmosphere.  Six years ago, Smagacz wasn’t planning to become a business owner. She grew up in Frazee,… Read More

Enrollment at Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) continues its upward trajectory this fall, with especially strong gains in high-demand healthcare fields. New student enrollment in M State’s health sciences programs has surged by 32%, while nursing programs have seen a 14% increase. “Our healthcare programs are thriving because we’re committed to providing students… Read More