Otter Tail County has announced a new enhancement to its Geographic Information System (GIS) map. This feature allows residents and stakeholders to search for permits more easily and efficiently, representing a significant step forward in the county’s commitment to improving public access to vital information. The new permit search functionality will enable users to: • Easily Locate… Read More

Book signing at Backyard Station on August 31 By Robert Williams Editor Lucinda Michalski’s debut novel “SOS,” a thriller built on lies, deceit and murder, has garnered a lot of local attention since being released in June. Much of the initial feedback from readers confirm the novel to be a page-turner and hard to put down…. Read More

Frazee High School alum honored by Foley PD, Benton County By Robert Williams Editor Foley Police Officer Cody Pausch, a former Pelican Rapids resident and two-sport athlete at Frazee-Vergas High School, recently received a commendation from Foley Police Chief Katie McMillin and the Benton County Sheriff’s Office for his efforts in saving the life of a… Read More

Hornet setter completes second Team USA tour By Robert Williams Editor Incoming Frazee-Vergas High School senior and 2023 Miss Frazee Outstanding Teen Sophia Strand completed a busy year by following up a Junior Team USA volleyball team trip to the Dominican Republic last year with a tour of Italy this summer. “It was so much fun,” Strand said. … Read More

Tony and Linda Beck of rural Wolf Lake received the Red River Valley Outstanding Farm Leaders Award for Becker County at the County Fair’s Agriculture Awards program on Saturday August 10.     The Becks are one of 16 couples from the 14 counties along the Red River Valley, based on their impact on the… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Jane Young was outside her Frazee home weeding her flowers around 8 p.m., when a neighboring pitbull got loose, charged, and attacked her. “There’s no question he’s dangerous,” Young said. Minnesota statute define aggressive dogs in two terms: Potentially dangerous dog: A dog that bites or chases a person or animal without provocation, or has… Read More

Becker County hears opposition for regional park By Robert Williams Editor A Becker County online survey has shown some support for the county’s acquisition of two Toad Lake area parcels and turning them into a regional park. There were 159 respondents to the survey in favor and 84 against. The county has also been holding informational meetings on… Read More

Contributed photo The Frazee-Vergas High School Class of 1974 held their 50th class reunion on Saturday, July 27. First row: Jill Mayer Mickelson, Sara Harker Olson, Lorie Ziegler Wood, Jeanne Lovaasen Greenwood, Sue Wothe Kolle, Denise Fett, Joe Fry and Deb Salmonson Aho after me in the 1st row. Second row: Doris Anderson Moen, Mary… Read More

Photos by Robert Williams Riders turn through downtown Vergas on their way around Becker and Otter Tail County roads during the 15th Ole’s Ride fundraiser. Over the 15 years, participants have contributed more than a quarter-million dollars to Hospice of the Red River Valley. Below right: Tom Barten, brother of the ride’s namesake, completes his annual… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor As of Tuesday, Aug. 13, the window for candidates to file for local seats on the school board and city councils closed. Both Frazee and Vergas will have a race for mayor with Interim Mayor Mike Sharp running against former Mayor Ken Miosek. In Vergas, Dwight Lundgren is taking on incumbent Julie Bruhn. There are… Read More