The Frazee-Vergas Public School District received a Positive Community Norms (PCN) grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services-Behavioral Health Division in July. The five-year prevention grant was awarded because of the community support, readiness and capacity already available to prevent youth alcohol, tobacco and other drug use and misuse. Positive Community Norms cultivate true lasting… Read More
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FHS to host meeting regarding youth
News | Published on November 10, 2021 at 10:44am EST Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen
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No Child Left Inside grants open Dec. 2
News | Published on November 10, 2021 at 10:44am EST Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen
0The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is offering funds through the No Child Left Inside Grant Program. The grants help more children cast a line, study animal tracks, hike or bike or simply learn more about nature. “We’ve had a great response to the first couple phases of the grant program and we’re excited to be… Read More
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Changes approved for power rates
News | Published on November 9, 2021 at 4:11pm EST Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen
0Otter Tail Power completes rate review The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) approved changes to Otter Tail Power Company’s rates to reflect major shifts in the company’s generation fleet. The approval also marks changes to operating costs and revenues that occurred since the company’s last Minnesota rate review, filed in 2016. The MPUC set Otter Tail Power’s… Read More
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Legendary stories from the field
News | Published on November 3, 2021 at 4:38pm EDT Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen
0Local hunters share story of first, biggest buck captured this year By Barbie Porter Editor As the trees undress their leaves and cover the ground in the colors of autumn, legends are made. The stories are as old as man and those participating in hunting deer are often gifted with at least two such tales—the first… Read More
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Snyder becomes principal at Frazee Elementary
News | Published on November 3, 2021 at 4:35pm EDT Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen
0By Barbie Porter Editor Grace Snyder was likely the youngest principal in the U.S. on Friday, Oct. 29. The Frazee Elementary student earned an honorary principal title after collecting the most donations for a school-wide fundraising effort to provide field trips and other large-scale activities. In the past, the district hosted fundraisers that offered items for sale…. Read More
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Frazee council discusses new FPD office plans
News | Published on November 3, 2021 at 4:33pm EDT Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen
0Relocation options during construction discussed By Barbie Porter Editor An addition to Frazee City Hall is under review, and may provide more office space for the clerks, as well a new police precinct. The topic of expansion came about after the Frazee City Council hired a third employee for the city office. Andrea Froeber recently joined Deputy Clerk… Read More
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Frazee EDA buys Sanders Oil building
News | Published on November 3, 2021 at 4:31pm EDT Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen
0EDA also owns Seip Drug, new commercial building By Barbie Porter Editor The Frazee Economic Development Authority agreed to purchase Sander’s Oil for $43,000, with conditions. During the monthly Frazee EDA meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 26, the meeting was closed for bargaining on the purchase price. When they re-opened the meeting, the motion was made to buy… Read More
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Groffs invite strangers into their family
News | Published on November 3, 2021 at 4:28pm EDT Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen
0Former para offers Host Home in rural Perham By Barbie Porter Editor The Groff family of rural Frazee began adding strangers to their family in 2011. Lori and David Groff became a Host Home provider, which offers family-style living for individuals with disabilities. “Those we host become a part of our family in all aspects; living right in… Read More
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Pickleball court construction begins
News | Published on November 3, 2021 at 4:26pm EDT Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen
0Concrete to be installed soon By Barbie Porter Editor The pickleball courts in Vergas will likely be in before the snow flies. “We are thrilled to be underway,” said Jill Shipman, committee member. “This will bring yet another improvement to the city of Vergas and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. We invite anyone who… Read More
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VPC discusses progress for downtown projects
News | Published on November 3, 2021 at 4:18pm EDT Chad Koenen| Author: Chad Koenen
0Parking woes discussed in Vergas By Barbie Porter Editor Construction began on the Summers Construction and Real Estate office in Vergas. The building is located across the street from Hanson’s Plumbing and Heating, which is located right off of Main Street. During the Vergas Planning Commission meeting on Monday, Oct. 25, progress on the other downtown development was reviewed…. Read More