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

Free nitrate testing to be held at East, West Otter Tail County Fairs It’s almost time for the Otter Tail County Fairs. Every year a day at the fair is dedicated to the county’s senior citizens. This year’s Senior Resource Fair will be presented by Otter Tail County’s Coordinator on aging, Melissa Dahl. All ages are… Read More

Expansion will increase plant capacity by 30 percent Bongards Creameries, a leading national cheese and whey manufacturer, recently announced a major investment in its Perham, Minn. Plant. The expansion will increase overall plant capacity to 5.5 million pounds of milk per day—an increase of 30 percent. Bongards previously completed a significant expansion of the Perham plant’s… Read More

Application deadline set for November 15 The Youth Outreach scholarship committee of Lions District 5M9 is offering up to $12,000 in college scholarships for the 2024 school year.  The application deadline is November 15, 2023.  Students must be in the last year of an accredited college 2-year program, final two years of a degreed college program or… Read More

Glendalough State Park will host another Thrilling Thursday on Thursday July 6, featuring a beginning canoeing program in the morning and a family-oriented Nature Explorations program in the afternoon.   Both programs will begin at the Molly Stark picnic area. Beginning canoeing takes place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and pre-registration is required. Participants learn… Read More

Physicals can be part of back-to-school routine In preparation for the 2023-24 school year, Essentia Health encourages scheduling a well-child/teen visit, one of the best ways to ensure a child is healthy and thriving. Well-child/teen visits are a great opportunity to review your child’s health in all areas—growth, cognitive and social development, illness prevention, mental health… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum July 5, 2018 The Frazee Fire Department has a secret. Frazee Fire Chief Albert Doll divulged the secret is known only by a select few members of the department. However, anyone can taste the secret fireman’s flapjack recipe Sunday, July 8 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Frazee Fire Hall…. Read More

The application period is now open for the FEMA Region 5 Virtual Internship Program, an opportunity for students living in or attending colleges or universities in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin to get hands-on training in the growing field of emergency management. These unpaid positions will offer students the chance to learn about… Read More