Helping families access services and resources As new federal income guidelines take effect for the 2025-26 school year, the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) has announced new tools for school districts as they support eligible families in completing the Application for Educational Benefits. Completing the form not only unlocks additional resources for families, such as… Read More

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting upland bird hunters to voluntarily log details about their hunts for grouse, woodcock, pheasants, prairie chickens and partridge. “We’re working with bird hunters to improve our understanding of what they see in the field,” said Nate Huck, migratory gamebird consultant. “Their information will complement our existing monitoring efforts…. Read More

In the heart of Audubon, Minnesota, craftsmanship meets vision. For Nick Olson, owner of Viking Millwork, buying a small woodworking business wasn’t just about making a living—it was about building something lasting, rooted in passion, perseverance, and community.  Six years ago, Olson wasn’t planning to buy a business. While flipping through the local paper, he spotted a tiny ad… Read More

In the heart of Audubon, Minnesota, craftsmanship meets vision. For Nick Olson, owner of Viking Millwork, buying a small woodworking business wasn’t just about making a living—it was about building something lasting, rooted in passion, perseverance, and community.  Six years ago, Olson wasn’t planning to buy a business. While flipping through the local paper, he spotted a tiny ad… Read More

State Fair Livestock,  Placing, Club Addison Aho, Dairy, Blue, Wolf Lake Woodchucks Haylee Aho, Dairy, Blue 5th, Wolf Lake Woodchucks Lydia Aho, Dairy, Blue 3rd, Wolf Lake Woodchucks Silas Aho, Dairy, Red 10th, Wolf Lake Woodchucks Hannah Bigger, Sheep, 9th, Franklin Tate Bjerke, Beef, 8th, Franklin Todd Bjerke, Beef, 5th, Franklin Rayna Fudge, Meat Goat, Green, Wild Things Levi Haugrud, Rabbit, Purple, Purple Champion,… Read More

Four hundred thirty incoming freshmen received scholarships from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire for the 2025-26 academic year, with many students receiving multiple awards. Each award varies in amount and criteria. View scholarship details online at: https://www.uwec.edu/tuition-aid/scholarships-uwec Local scholarship winners include: Abby Cummings, Frazee, Detroit Lakes High School, First-Year Chemistry/Biochemistry Scholarship

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum September 15, 2020 Wes Jorgenson, owner of Jorgenson Repair, wants to be the go-to mechanic of the lakes area for all vehicles, including diesel. With intense competitive pricing and an unwavering commitment to quality work and customer satisfaction, the Automotive Service Excellence Certified mechanic brings a wide range of knowledge to the… Read More

Community building second pickleball court at park By Matthew Johnson Reporter The Wolf Lake City Council unanimously approved the preliminary property tax levy of $27,013 during its Tuesday, Sept. 9, regular monthly meeting, which is nearly a seven percent increase over the 2024 final levy. The overall proposed increase is $1,750. The proposed general portion of the… Read More

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources confirmed the presence of zebra mussel larvae in White Earth Lake, near the town of White Earth in Becker County. White Earth Nation invasive species staff contacted the Minnesota DNR after lab analysis showed microscopic zebra mussel larvae, called veligers, in White Earth Lake water samples.  Although adult zebra mussels have… Read More

Hard work, family, maple smoke and old country recipes By Robert Williams Editor The Ketter family celebrated 100 years of being in business exactly one century since Edward and Frank Ketter purchased the market from Ted Buekle and opened for business Friday, Sept. 5. The Frazee community joined the family in a celebration on Friday afternoon… Read More