US Highway 10 is ranked fifth most dangerous road A new analysis of 129,825 fatal crashes shows that state highways—not interstates—see the most deadly accidents, accounting for 42 percent of all fatal crashes nationwide. Over five years, Minnesota has recorded 1941 crashes with US-169 leading the way with 61. Where fatal crashes happen in Minnesota: • State highways:… Read More

Senator Jordan Rasmusson has announced his intention to seek reelection in the Minnesota Senate for District 9, which includes communities in Douglas, Grant, Otter Tail, Traverse, and Wilkin counties. “The past year has made one thing clear: leadership isn’t measured by slogans or theatrics—it’s measured by results,” said Rasmusson. “Our communities deserve proven conservative leadership that… Read More

Grab your snowshoes or rent a pair of from Glendalough State Park and come see the park in winter. On Saturday, Jan. 31, join state park staff for a family-friendly adventure on snowshoes.  Meet at the Council Ring below the Sunset Lake trailhead parking lot at 10 a.m. Volunteers will have a fire going while participants… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum January 19, 2021 The Frazee Ski Trails are now part of the DL Nordic Ski Club, and the trail map has been updated and kiosks installed at two trail heads. Frazee resident, Mary Seiler, who is a member of the family that allows the trails to cross much of their land, said… Read More

The University of Minnesota Crookston announces students who were named to the Fall 2025 Dean’s List which was recently released by the Office of the Registrar. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must complete 12 or more letter-graded (A-F) credits while attaining a 3.66 grade point average.  Students named to the Dean’s List include Asher… Read More

Wolf Lake makes annual appointments, designations for new year By Matthew Johnson Reporter Wolf Lake Fire Chief Brock Anderson reported to the Wolf Lake City Council during its first regular monthly meeting of the year Tuesday, Jan. 13, that the Wolf Lake Fire Department (WLFD) responded to 66 total calls for service in 2025. That is 30 calls… Read More

By Becker County  Master Gardeners February – Now is the time to… • Read up on plant/pest problems that bothered your garden last summer for prevention ideas. • Consider giving a blooming plant, rather than cut flowers for Valentine’s Day this year. Choices include everything from inexpensive African violets and miniature roses to large azaleas and exotic orchids…. Read More

In partnership with Brainy Ink, Lake Agassiz Regional Library has scheduled a tour of STEM activities around the library system’s seven-county region. Youth are invited to enjoy hands-on learning, joyful play, and a fun-filled day of STEM-inspired stations designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and learning through play with Brainy Ink. Families are invited to explore,… Read More

Public meetings to be held January 20 and January 27 By Robert Williams Editor The Frazee Economic Development Authority (EDA) has scheduled multiple meetings later in January to discuss the covenants of the Red Willow Estates development with its residents in hopes of bringing multi-family housing to town. “We’ve been looking for a tremendous opportunity for our… Read More

Geving, Hedlund reviving former Palace Cafe location By Robert Williams Editor Michael Geving and Mae Hedlund met 17 years ago in the Klondike Cafe in Wolf Lake. Geving was a regular customer and Hedlund helped start the cafe. Since then, there have been many chats between the two about opening their own restaurant.  ¶  “It’s been… Read More