By Robert Williams Editor After approving the bidding issuance process for the upcoming roofing construction projects at both schools in January, the board has accepted a bid at the School Board’s monthly meeting Monday, Feb. 12. Collin Rehbein of ICS Consulting, Inc.. reviewed the bids received and confirmed the low bid was valid and recommended the acceptance… Read More

Vergas group receives $15k grant from CEDA By Robert Williams Editor The Vergas Community Fund Committee visited with the Vergas Economic Development Authority (EDA) / Housing Redevelopment Authority (HRA) on Tuesday, Feb. 13, to discuss expanding volunteerism and fundraising efforts. The groups discussed multiple needs around town and discussed how to refocus on working together to fulfill those… Read More

Essentia Health has been selected to join the prestigious STAR Clinical Research Network, which focuses on improving health across common and rare diseases, including obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, COVID-19, vasculitis and other conditions. Essentia is one of only 10 health systems that comprise the research network. Essentia was selected, in part, for its rural footprint—about 84… Read More

Street and food vendor sports still available Turkey Days chairperson Tabiatha Branden is seeking nominees for Grand Marshal of this year’s 70th annual Turkey Days celebration. The nominees can be submitted via written letters including a brief explanation on why nominators feel the community member would make a great Grand Marshal for this historical event. Nominations can… Read More

Two-vehicle accident occured on February 11 An 83-year-old, Frazee woman was killed in a two-vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 10 on Sunday, Feb. 11. At approximately 8:03 a.m. Jolene Gail Herr, 47, of Wadena was driving a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee eastbound on Highway 10 in the left lane. A 2004 Buick LeSabre, driven by Fern Bernice… Read More

Tonya Marie Willprecht, 48, of Evansville was transported to Sanford Hospital with life threatening injuries after a one-car crash just south of Ottertail on Wednesday, Feb. 14. Willprecht’s 2007 Ford Expedition was traveling northbound on Highway 78 and veered off the road in the curve just south of Ottertail City.  The Expedition then crashed into a driveway… Read More

Contributed photos Fire Chief Nathan Matejka (right) has served the Frazee Fire Department for 20 years. He was honored with a 20-year pin. Matejka recently handed over the leadership to Fire Chief Adam Walker, left. Matejka continues to serve as the Assistant Chief going forward in 2024.Travis Gray (above) and Shawna King (below left) received… Read More

The Republican Party of Becker County Minnesota BPOU hereby issues this call to caucus in accordance with Minnesota State Statute 202A.14 to be held on Tuesday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m. Registration begins at 6 p.m. This is your time, Republicans! Your voice is never stronger than at your Republican Caucus. It will be the first… Read More

Dakota State University students excel in all types of cyber competitions, whether they be regional, national, or international. They also benefit from on-campus events. The annual Beacom College Dean’s Cup competition was created in 2020 as a way to keep students engaged over the winter break. It continues to encourage students to dive deeper into topics… Read More

The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Posse announced the, “Posse Member of the Year for 2023” at their annual awards meeting in December. Dennis Sazama, a lifelong resident of Otter Tail County, was voted by Posse members for the award due to his outstanding participation and role as Supply Sergeant. A six-year posse veteran, Sazama completely reorganized… Read More