State deer opener set for Nov. 4 Last winter was severe in some parts of the region, most notably in the Bemidji area and farther north, according to the winter severity index.  While some deer mortality was observed and reported, the deer population throughout the northwest region appears to be in good shape. Some parts of… Read More

By Chad Koenen Publisher The Frazee Hornets ended their regular season last Monday night at the Bemidji Invitational.  The Hornets were led by seventh grader Madi Perrine in 41st place who finished with a time of 23:43.6. Senior Bailey Larsen finished in 51st place with a time of 24:26.5, eighth grader Bristol Larsen in 52nd place with… Read More

Contributed photos Several local youth in the region were able to take advantage of the early youth deer hunt, which was held during the extended Education Minnesota (formerly MEA break) from school. Left: McKenzie Blauert, 13, shot her first deer, a doe, Saturday during the youth hunt. Middle: Brayden Ueke shot this nice doe on… Read More

By Tyler Trieglaff Notes from the Chief Friday, Oct. 14 10:21 a.m. Two vehicles towed from Rivercrest Drive. Both vehicles sitting for a long time. 8:21 p.m.  Assist with a medical/death. 9:26 p.m. Report of a physical domestic. Officer on scene said all is quiet. Occupants of one apartment were drinking and being loud. Ongoing issues between neighbors antagonizing each… Read More

Starting Monday, Oct. 31, weather permitting, motorists will encounter alternating lane closures on Highway 10 at the Highway 87 interchange near Frazee. The lane closures will remain in place for approximately one week, including overnight, while crews replace guardrail on and near the Highway 87 overpass. The work is part of the Highway 87 reconstruction project… Read More

By Pastor Ryan Stockstrom Harvest Fellowship Church “One of Jesus’ promises that I don’t often want to hear, is one found in John 16:33, “In this world you will have trouble.”   Flying in the face of much prosperity preaching, Jesus never taught that when we follow Him we will receive health, wealth, and fame. As a matter… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum October 26, 2017 Ethel Wacker is about to turn 100. Living without assistance in her Detroit Lakes condo, the former Toad Lake resident is willing to give away her secret to living a long life – one cup of coffee in the morning. Having a happy life is a little more complicated…. Read More

Entire county responds with fire crews By Robert Williams Editor Every fire department in Becker County responded to a large fire at the three-story main lodge of Maplelag Resort in Callaway Monday, Oct. 10. The structure is likely a total loss, according to Becker County Sheriff Todd Glander.  ¶  “I’m not the fire marshal, but I’d… Read More

Council addresses late sewer,water bills By Robert Williams Editor Vergas city clerk/treasurer Julie Lammers was notified by Amy Baldwin, Otter Tail County Community Development Director, that the property located at 140 East Linden Street, the Otter Tail County highway department garage, will be ready to be given to the city in January.  Otter Tail County attorneys are updating the… Read More

Speakers tout 87 project and Wannigan Park By Robert Williams Editor The Heartland Trail, which runs through Frazee and is a part of the Highway 87 project, was celebrated in a ribbon cutting ceremony in front of the school on Wednesday, Oct. 12. “Because it’s made out of concrete, people think this is just a giant sidewalk,… Read More