Frazee grad praises her hometown for its support By Robert Williams Editor Vikingland Community Support Program of Alexandria and its executive director, Becky Schmitz, a 2003 Frazee-Vergas graduate and Miss Frazee, were awarded the National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota’s (NAMI) Provider of the Year Wednesday, Sept. 24. The award recognizes an organization that provides mental health… Read More

Council members hope to lower preliminary tax levy of 16 percent By Robert Williams Editor Over the summer, the Frazee City Council discussed being more consistent in utility billing city-wide, specifically with water and sewer. Recently, there were approximately 20 residents who were mailed a letter by the city explaining the proposed enforcement of city ordinance… Read More

4-Corners Lions Club attracts 60+ vendors to annual show in Frazee By Robert Williams Editor Both gymnasiums are already booked and the main hallway is filling up for the 4-Corners Lions Club’s 47th annual Craft and Vendor Show to be held at Frazee Elementary School on Saturday, Oct. 4. Lions Clubs took over the show eight years ago… Read More

By Louis Hoglund  Pelican Rapids Press Plowing snow around winding, narrow lakeshore roads is a delicate township chore—while maneuvering the heaviest and clumsiest of equipment.  Making it even more challenging: Boat trailers, pontoons, vehicles—and even boulders—parked within the township’s jurisdiction. That’s why township officers and road maintenance crews are adamant about keeping stuff off the right-of-way.   Immense boulders appeared… Read More

Contributed photo Ole’s Ride organizers made their annual donation to HIA Hospice. The 2025 ride raised a record $34,500. HIA Hospice responded to the donation with the following social media post: A heartfelt thank you to Ole’s Ride and everyone who participated in making this year another incredible success. Through your hard work, generosity, and… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor The Vergas City Council gathered Friday, Sept. 26 for a special meeting to address needs of the liquor store, renew a lease agreement and approve a purchase. Two items from the recent liquor store exterior improvement project were not completed: a snow break and gutter system, along with the sign installed on a… Read More

Seven local nonprofits received grants of up to $75,000  West Central Initiative was selected by the Otto Bremer Trust as a philanthropic intermediary partner to administer and distribute funds through its Community Responsive Fund.   “These dedicated organizations are meeting critical needs while also building long-term strength for our region,” said West Central Initiative Grants Officer… Read More

Lake Agassiz Regional Library will host a series of author visits featuring The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book author Lee Svitak Dean’s latest project, a book called Kitchens of Hope. Bringing readers on a culinary journey around the globe, Kitchens of Hope features recipes and stories of immigrants from more than thirty countries and celebrates cuisines… Read More

The City of Vergas will be conducting fire hydrant flushing Monday through Wednesday, Sept. 29–Oct. 1, between 4-11 a.m., each day. This routine maintenance helps ensure water quality and system reliability. Residents may notice temporary water discoloration or reduced pressure during these hours—this is normal and should clear up shortly.  Please plan accordingly and avoid using water… Read More

FFA members applying for their first FFA Jacket With school in full swing, thousands of young people are joining FFA in Minnesota. To support the development of these young people, future leaders for agriculture and their local communities, the Minnesota FFA Foundation is again offering the Blue Jackets Bright Futures program which provides official FFA… Read More