The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is asking for input on several special fishing regulation proposals. Each year, the Minnesota DNR reviews existing fishing regulations and proposes new special regulations that apply to individual waters and asks the public for input about the proposals. All  new special regulations are reviewed on a regular basis to evaluate effectiveness…. Read More

Wildlife managers with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, whose work improves wildlife habitat and public land access, are inviting the public to talk about wildlife in local Minnesota DNR offices across the state from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15. Local wildlife managers will also be available by phone during these same hours…. Read More

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of zebra mussels in Buffalo Lake near Richwood in Becker County. A lake property owner contacted the Becker County Soil and Water Conservation District after finding a zebra mussel attached to a snail in Buffalo Lake. A DNR invasive species specialist later found another zebra mussel… Read More

Antonsens to highlight this year’s Looney Days parade By Robert Williams Editor The 2024 Looney Days Grand Marshals, David and Sandy Antonsen, are lifelong, rural Vergas residents and have known each other their entire lives, including 58 years of marriage.  ¶  “Even though she’s much younger,” David laughed.  ¶  “Oh baloney, like three-and-a-half years,” said Sandy. … Read More

By Robert Williams Editor The summer of 2024 has been a season of artistic installations around the region with Danish artist Thomas Dambo’s trolls collection bringing thousands of visitors to Frazee, Detroit Lakes, along with complementary pieces in Fargo and Perham, but Vergas now has a standout piece of art with a meaningful reason to visit. Where… Read More

Platform aims to build on and create new positives in town By Robert Williams Editor This summer’s Miss Frazee pageant and acquiring the crown of Miss Frazee was perfect timing for Frazee-Vergas 2023 High School graduate Madison Olson. She previously ran in 2022, the year Marcella George was crowned, and at the time, that seemed like the last of crowns… Read More

Power outages, downed trees around the region By Robert Williams Editor Blue Valley Campground on Eagle Lake was one of the most noticeable areas that received damage immediately following a fast-moving storm that included straight line winds approaching 60-70 miles per hour on the afternoon of Wednesday, July 31. Two campers sustained damage at the campground but… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen The annual Turkey Days parade was held on Sunday, July 28 in downtown Frazee. Award winners from the parade include: Best Use of Theme- First place: FHS Class of ‘80-’81-’82 – “The 80’s was gooder” (right), second place: Anderson Bus & Coach; Most Unique- Stauffenecker Farms; Judge’s Choice- First place: Creating Community… Read More

Perham-based business to complete wastewater improvements By Robert Williams Editor The Otter Tail County Commissioners voted unanimously to support bonding for wastewater improvement projects by Bongards Creamery in Perham at the most recent meeting of the board on Tuesday, July 23. The county approved the resolution for a request from Bongards Creamery for an issuance of a tax exempt conduit revenue… Read More

The University of Minnesota Extension Office is hosting Annie’s Project event, a transformative two-day retreat dedicated to fostering connections, sharing knowledge, and empowering women passionate about agriculture. Organizers are excited to invite long-time, beginner, and future farmers from both urban and rural areas to join us for this inspiring event focused on collaboration, growth, and empowerment…. Read More