By Barbie Porter Editor Frazee High School varsity volleyball coach Molly Fairbanks asked her senior players to think of a staff member who went above and beyond to make their day, or improve their experience at the high school. When each student had someone in mind, she told them to write a letter of gratitude. When the… Read More

Townline Rd. easements recommended By Barbie Porter Editor The Vergas Planning Commission reviewed a construction permit at 105 Main Avenue, and approved it. The plan that was presented by the developers (Tyler and Heather Schmid and Jeff and Wendy Zitzow) met all city codes.  The building offers commercial spaces on the main floor, as well as one apartment… Read More

At the public meeting about the skating rink location, the fenced area where the retention pond is located was called a name I had not heard—The Moose Pond. I’ve heard it called the goose pond and the duck pond, but never the Moose Pond. I love it! I hope the city leaders consider officially dubbing the… Read More

It’s almost the end of September; almost all my apples have been picked and dealt with. Some have been sold to an organic retail grocery store in Bemidji; some to an organic “Clean Plate” store in Menagha; some have gone in a barter process to the Amish—(who  told me the other day that they canned… Read More

Get served a homecooked meal for the family By Barbie Porter Editor The much-loved and highly anticipated Fall Dinner at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Frazee has arrived.  On Friday, Oct. 8 from 5-7 p.m. a turkey steak dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy, glazed carrots, cole slaw and dessert will be served in a drive by service… Read More

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will hold a drawing at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 6, to issue permits for the 2021-22 Hubbel Pond Wildlife Management Area trapping season. The drawing will take place at DNR area headquarters on Lake Sallie, 2 1/2 miles southwest of Detroit Lakes at 14583 County Highway 19. The number of… Read More

5 y ears ago October 6, 2016 Frazee-Vergas Forum Goodman’s SuperMarket will celebrate 41 years in business before closing its doors on Sunday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. Theresa Harthun said the decision was made by the family with heavy hearts.  The Vergas EDA is discussing options to help fill the storefront. They are also looking into… Read More

By Tyler Trieglaff Notes from the Chief Monday, Sept. 20 9:28 a.m. Assist with a fire on 120th St. Tuesday, Sept. 21 2:09 p.m. Complaint of young girl playing on/by the recycle bins on W Main Ave.  Officer talked with mom and child about dangers of playing in the area. 3:12 p.m. Camper at the city campground overstaying their payment. 5:13 p.m…. Read More