Funds given to 55 organizations, including Empowering Kids  West Central Initiative awarded grants totaling $570,000 to 55 organizations working across the region to address sustainability, equity, and civic engagement.  “These grants represent more than just funding—they’re a collective investment in a stronger region,” said Director of Development Rebecca Lynn Petersen. “We’re honored to support organizations whose work uplifts our… Read More

Widseth’s Kara Sharp, RA, has officially become a Registered Architect, licensed by the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design (AELSLAGID). Sharp works on a wide range of project types, including educational facilities, government buildings, multifamily housing, and more. Her strengths lie in her attention to detail, proactive planning, and… Read More

Come join us at the 41st annual Phelps Mill Festival. The 41st annual Phelps Mill Festival is set for July 12-13 at Phelps Mill Park in rural Underwood. The festival is held each year during the second weekend of July. Phelps Mill Festivl provides two full days of art, food, entertainment and kids’ activities, plus craft… Read More

Arvig has been named a 2025 Top 200 Workplace by the Minnesota Star Tribune, marking the fourth straight year the company has ranked among Minnesota’s best places to work. Arvig ranks No. 26 among the top 50 large companies on the list, according to the 2025 survey. The Top Workplaces list includes 200 large, mid-sized and small… Read More

M State announces spring 2025 graduates The following local students are among the 633 spring semester 2025 graduates of Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State). The college has campuses in Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead and Wadena, and also offers online programs. A member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities, M State… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum June 30, 2020 Lorrie Hess and Norman Westphalia completed 490 miles on the North Country Trail (NCT) when they decided to take a break and climb a mountain. The duo recently made it to Frazee, where they were transported to Detroit Lakes to rendezvous with family. Hess explained family brought a vehicle… Read More

Contributed photo The Vergas Fire and Rescue Department celebrated the anniversaries of five members Wednesday, June 25. The quintet have a combined 80 years of service to the Vergas community. Pictured:Butch Zitzow – 10 years – Fire Department, Andy Matzke – 15 years – Fire Department, Theresa Harthun – 15 years – Rescue Squad, Nathan… Read More

By Lisa Peterson Special to the Forum Hearing the words, “You have cancer” can be devastating. Having the support of friends and family can make a huge difference when going through a cancer battle.  What if people take it a step further and add the support and encouragement of an entire community?  That exciting prospect exists through Relay… Read More

Organizers encouraging Frazee grads to contribute By Robert Williams Editor Wannigan Regional Park will be adding key amenities this year that will build onto the already busy traffic flowing down North River Drive to see the “Jacob Everear,” Thomas Dambo’s Troll art installation.  ¶  According to Dambo, Jacob Everear wants us to remember, cherish and tell… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor City Engineer (Ulteig) Chris Thorson and PartnerSHIP 4 Health’s Active Living Planner Patrick Hollister presented the Frazee Main Avenue Complete Streets Study during a public input meeting at the Event Center on Thursday June 12. The presentation provided a preliminary review of specific street sections and corridor layouts along the entirety of Main Avenue…. Read More