New coordinator brings enthusiasm to new programs By Robert Williams Editor Social Programs Coordinator Julie Howard is a new face at Neighbor to Neighbor and is introducing a new program, Caregiver Respite, an activity program for loved ones impacted with cognitive challenges and an opportunity for caregivers of all kinds to have a couple hours of… Read More

Non-profit plans to pave North River Road behind ballparks By Robert Williams Editor Paving the connecting road from Highways 29 and 87 to the future entrance of Wannigan Regional Park behind the school ballfields has been added to the 2024 state bonding request, merging the Wannigan project with the Heartland Trail connection from Frazee to the park,… Read More

Photo by Robert Williams Rick Lewis was one of the Forum’s Fourth of July Grill Out Giveaway winners last week. Lewis’ name was chosen from a drawing at Franklin Fence Company in Vergas and he picked up his gift basket Thursday, June 29.

Juvenile probation service sees dramatic improvement By Robert Williams Editor The financial situation of Perham Area EMS was discussed during the general discussion period of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, June 27, in Fergus Falls. An emergency management meeting was held in Perham Monday night leading to a discussion of the county… Read More

Stabbing not related to Sunday’s homicide The Becker County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a male party stabbed in Pine Point in Becker County at 2:27 a.m., on Thursday, June 29. Upon arrival of law enforcement, the victim, James Kettle, 34, Ponsford, was conscious but had a wound to the chest. The male suspect, identified as… Read More

Seip, Sanders demolition, quiet zone enforcement in July By Robert Williams Editor Proposed upgrades to the Frazee gym and a purchase of the former bowling alley building were discussed at the monthly meeting of the Frazee Economic Development Authority (EDA) on Tuesday, June 27. Jesse Wunderlich attended the meeting. Wunderlich is the co-owner of Otter Fitness Garage in… Read More

Roadwork to start between Detroit Lakes and Osage The Highway 34 resurfacing project, between County Road 29 east of Detroit Lakes to County Road 26/47 west of Osage, will begin on Thursday, July 6, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Starting July 6, the detour will be installed and work zone preparations will begin. Then,… Read More

Minnesota is extending the deadline to renew Medical Assistance for 35,500 people whose renewal paperwork is overdue for July 1 coverage. But people should still send in their renewal form and any required documentation as soon as possible to avoid gaps in their health insurance. The state is working with the federal government to avoid ending Medical… Read More

Editor’s note: This story, originally published in the Forum on Oct. 11, 2001, was reprinted by request of the family. By Jerry Barney Reporter After a quarter-century musical career, Patty McVane is making her 66 All these things first professional recording. Having overcome some personal setbacks, McVane, Vergas, describes her career as getting back in gear. The heartening… Read More

The Becker County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an individual who had been shot in a vehicle June 25, at approximately 6:38 p.m. The incident occurred in the village of Pine Point in Becker County. Upon the arrival of deputies, a male was found. deceased at the scene. A gray Pontiac G6, bearing White… Read More