Frazee fire chief will remain on local department By Barbie Porter Editor Joe Nelson recently stepped down from his position as Frazee Fire Chief, but his legacy will be known for years to come. During his tenure in the leadership role, the fire department brought home a new fire engine and outfitted it with all of the… Read More

Vergas starts 2022 with much to do By Barbie Porter Editor Vergas Mayor Julie Bruhn gave her annual address to open the Vergas City Council meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 11. She expressed gratitude for progress the city made and looked forward to ground to be gained in 2022. Bruhn said in her first year as being the city’s… Read More

Lunch for grades 9-11 may remain closed By Barbie Porter Editor Frazee High School seniors may have an option to spend lunch outside of the building. During its monthly meeting on Monday, Jan. 10, Frazee High School Principal Anna Potvin said the topic had been discussed with some staff. The team leading the discussion recommended the board consider… Read More

Marines unite to share experience in military By Barbie Porter Editor  Marines in the lakes area have started a group where stories can be shared with those who lived through similar experiences. Rural Frazee Marine veteran Scott Hilde said the concept began when a few members of the elite military force were enjoying a drink. One suggested starting… Read More

The Vergas community hosted a blood drive with Vitalant on Jan. 4 at the Vergas Event Center which helped collect a total of 44 units of blood products for patients in need.  A total of 44 individuals volunteered to donate blood and 39 individuals were able to successfully donate at the Vitalant blood drive. A total… Read More

Weatherhead follows in his father’s foot steps By Barbie Porter Editor  Finding a small engine repairman can be like locating a diamond in the rough.  Brad Weatherhead not only brings years of repairing all types of snowblowers, lawn mowers, tillers, weed whippers, but he also provides pick up and delivery. “I also have discounts for seniors and military members,… Read More

Town Lake Beach phase two study to be contested By Barbie Porter Editor The Frazee City Council was asked by the Frazee Economic Development Authority to make a decision for them.  During its recent EDA meeting, a majority of the members attending had ties to the Wannigan Park Committee, which was requesting funds for a land appraisal. The… Read More

NDSU to help design Loon Park By Barbie Porter Editor The Vergas City Council agreed to keep its streets hopping on Thursday nights come summer and plans to improve the landscaping at Loon Park may be coming.  During its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 11, Otter Coffee business owner Jill Shipman contacted the city and requested permission… Read More

Football field renovation may be rebid By Barbie Porter Editor The Frazee-Vergas School Board awarded bids for upcoming building projects during its monthly meeting on Monday, Jan. 12. The schoolboard had previously improved three projects that included creating a STREAM hands-on learning room at the elementary, improving air quality and fire safety at the high school, creating… Read More

Department reports given By Barbie Porter Editor The Frazee City Council looked at its fees and rental costs during its monthly meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 12. The monthly meeting date was changed due to the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday falling on the regularly scheduled date. The Event Center Manager Jolene Tappe asked the council to consider increasing rent… Read More