Little Tom reported missing in downtown Frazee By Robert Williams Editor The Little Tom turkey statue disappeared from downtown Frazee at approximately 7:30 p.m., Sunday, July 13, according to an anonymous source. Community Club President Tom Watson reported Little Tom missing to authorities after discovering the disappearance. According to the source, multiple strange lights and a strangely-shaped… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Dave and Roxann Daggett were named the 2025 Turkey Days Legacy Leaders Grand Marshals, joining Community Champion Daneele Shipman in the first year of recognizing multiple marshals. Dave (Class of 1961) and Roxann (Class of 1965) were recognized for their long-standing influence, hard work, and heartfelt volunteerism that have helped shape the Frazee… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor The Frazee Area Community Club and the Turkey Days planning team officially announced the 2025 Turkey Days Grand Marshals with a change this year. Categories of Grand Marshal were added with Daneele Shipman being named the Community Champion and Dave and Roxann Daggett as Legacy Leaders. “Daneele, your dedication to the Frazee community,… Read More

Approved solar project to save Frazee $180k over 30 years By Robert Williams Editor City Engineer Chris Thorson answered questions and addressed citizen concerns during a public hearing on the final assessment of the Main Avenue East and Downtown Alley Project Wednesday, July 9. Thorson gave a brief overview of the project and a breakdown of the… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Sherri Hanson officiated the speaking portion of the celebration of life for Patrick Shannon that was held Sunday, July 13, at Forest Edge Gallery, introducing a large number of speakers who shared both sentimental and humorous stories and memories about Shannon prior to a service with military honors.  ¶  Hanson recognized Billy’s… Read More

A man was shot after fleeing law enforcement on Wednesday, July 9, at the Frazee Rest Area, according to press releases by the Becker County and Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Offices. The Becker County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of a domestic assault in Becker County in the 200 block of Becker County Highway 21… Read More

Lake Agassiz Regional Library is pleased to announce an expansion of its popular State Park Pass program, which is offered in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The program offers free access to the state’s parks and recreation areas.  The Minnesota State Parks Library Program offers community members the opportunity to visit any state… Read More

Construction begins on new daycare facility in Ottertail By Chad Koenen Publisher A plan that has been nearly three years in the making took a major step forward last Monday morning.  The new Ottertail Family Center officially broke ground as the new facility aims to address a rising shortage of daycare options in the greater Otter Tail… Read More

Council considering opening meetings with prayer By Matthew Johnson Reporter The Wolf Lake City Council adopted, during its Tuesday, July 8, regular monthly meeting a resolution accepting a councilor’s resignation and declaring a vacancy of that seat on the council. The action follows the city’s receipt of a written, official resignation letter from now former councilor Cassy… Read More

Otter Tail County celebrated the completion of significant upgrades to Phelps Mill County Park during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 7, highlighting new amenities such as a boardwalk and prairie restoration project. What’s new The first phase introduces visitors to a scenic boardwalk and prairie restoration, connecting them with the park’s natural beauty and history. “This project… Read More