Olson was always teaching about conservation By Benjamin Velani  West Central Initiative Richard “Rick” Paul Olson, born December 31, 1950, devoted his life to helping others farm sustainably and organically. His deep connection with nature began early, living and working on his family’s century farm and continued until his passing on November 10, 2022. Rick worked alongside at least… Read More

Photo by Lori Fischer Thorp The cross-country ski trails east of Frazee are beautifully groomed and ready. Accesses are on County Roads 150 and 118 and have large signage. Volunteer team members did a lot of extra work this year on trimming and removal of branches following the recent storms.

Contributed photo Brikker Ware presented a check to Frazee Elementary principal Travis Nagel on behalf of Northern Lights Dance Academy. NDLA donated $800 to Heart of the Lakes Elementary in Perham, $100 to the Frazee PTO, and $700 to Frazee-Vergas Elementary from funds raised during their 2022 Christmas Show “Frozen.” “We love to give back… Read More

Lake Agassiz Regional Library (LARL) is welcoming 2023 by bringing back Book Blizzard, a reading contest that challenges adults to keep their reading resolutions. To enter the contest, simply read or listen to four books – you can enter as many times as you wish. To participate, visit a library near you to pick up a… Read More

Minnesota FFA plays active role in lives of local youth As the new year officially kicks off this week, the Minnesota FFA Foundation continues the vital role of supporting the development of young people through Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) programs and the FFA.  Minnesota FFA is experiencing unprecedented growth in the number of schools… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum January 4, 2018 There is a unique physical education class being offered at Frazee High School that integrates special education students with those in general studies. The class began shortly after Thanksgiving and is scheduled to continue for the remainder of the year. Each Thursday, special education students in grades 7-12 join… Read More

Call ahead to ensure trails, parks are open after recent heavy snow falls Recent significant snow events are impacting winter recreation access in state parks and trails in northern Minnesota, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Heavy, wet snowfall last week made many roads and trails impassable and cut power to several state… Read More

The Tri-County Health Care Foundation awarded five area students with the Davis Family Nursing Scholarship, including Stella Raser of Perham. This scholarship supports students pursuing a career in healthcare. This year, each student received $2,579.93. Those recipients are:  • Stella Raser – Attending North Dakota State College of Science. She is in her second year of… Read More

Contributed photo Kathy Nguyen, an investigator with the Becker County Sheriff’s Office, was named Deputy Sheriff of the Year by the Minnesota Sheriff’s Association in early December, according to sheriff Todd Glander, left. Ngyuen began her career in Becker County as a corrections officer, prior to becoming a deputy sheriff, a  crime prevention officer and… Read More

Bitter cold is causing problems with farm equipment, cattle By Tyler Trieglaff Notes from the Chief I caught some guff on Thursday while in Perham about my column lacking content lately. I was at a repair shop, and it was just like Floyd’s Barber Shop from Mayberry. Several locals in the office sitting back and chatting like the… Read More