Contributed photos The Frazee-Vergas School named their teachers and paraeducators of the year last week. At the elementary, Jill Ollmann was named as the teacher of the year and Sarah Wallin-Prellwitz the paraeducator of the year. Both are pictured with Elementary Principal Travis Nagel. At the high school, Brad Morgan was awarded teacher of the… Read More

Rural Frazee YouTube feed closing in on a million views By Robert Williams Editor Four felines who live in rural Frazee are the biggest online stars in the Frazee-Vergas area and have gained national attention as the YouTube livefeed Up North Cat Condo.  ¶  The Condo is the creation of Kevin Mohn and he employs his… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners has declared April 7-13, 2025, as Public Health Week. This special week highlights the importance of public health in keeping our communities healthy and safe. This year is the 30th anniversary of National Public Health Week, with the theme “It Starts Here,” reminding people that… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Kat Torgerson’s basement in Detroit Lakes is an artist’s dream and a place where nothing will ever go to waste. Having just acquired her 600th YouTube Channel follower and making her 100th sale, the downstairs space is becoming a burgeoning business that is all about art.  Torgerson creates junk journals – a handmade… Read More

Mayor stresses EDA must keep building filled By Robert Williams Editor The downtown retail building infill is going to cost the City of Frazee and residents more money and lingering but necessary construction is going to cost its two newest tenants a summer of sales. The conversation about the building popped up multiple times during the… Read More

Otter Tail County recently hosted and participated in Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) training.  The three-hour training was organized by members of the county’s multi-disciplinary team, a cross-section of professionals from throughout Human Services, Probation, and the County Attorney’s Office. The training was facilitated by clinicians from the Fargo Veterans Affairs Healthcare System… Read More

The Minnesota Court of Appeals reversed a lower court decision and ruled in favor of Alpha News in their request for the release of body- and dash-camera footage from the arrest of Senator Nicole Mitchell in April 2024. The Tuesday, April 7 ruling clarifies that releasing the footage would help Minnesotans hold elected officials accountable,… Read More

Otter Tail Lakes Country Association has announced the appointment of Tasha Rohlfs as their new Brand Ambassador.  Rohlfs has a rich background in public speaking and community development. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Communication from Gustavus Adolphus College and a master’s degree in Communication from North Dakota State University.  Otter Tail Lakes Country Association (OTLCA) is… Read More

Essentia Health is pleased to announce Dr. Devendranath “Dev” Reddy Mannuru as the new chief medical officer for our West Market. Dr. Mannuru succeeds Dr. Richard Vetter, who served in the same capacity for six years. “Dr. Mannuru’s passion for health care, medical education and extensive expertise, coupled with his collaborative and mentorship-oriented approach, are valuable… Read More

On Tuesday, April 8, Frazee High School celebrated the accomplishments of the Class of 2025 during the Senior Awards Ceremony. Students were recognized for excellence in academics, athletics, arts, leadership, and service—with over $100,000 in scholarships awarded by local businesses, civic groups, and individuals. Award Highlights • Triple ‘A’ Award (Arts, Academics & Athletics): Asher Blaine… Read More