MR-C Transmission project discussed By Robert Williams Editor District 1 Commissioner Erica Jepson was the lone nominee and unanimous appointee to become the new chairman of the Becker County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, Jan. 6. In a second vote, District 2 Commissioner Phil Hansen was voted in as Vice Chair. Jepson replaced David Meyer and Hansen replaced Jepson. The board… Read More

Otter Tail County welcomes new Deputy Administrator Leadership positions were selected during the opening Otter Tail County Commissioners meeting of 2026. Commissioner Dan Bucholz (District 1) was elected as Vice Chair, and Commissioner Bob Lahman (District 4) as Chairman of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners for the calendar year. These leadership positions help guide board meetings and represent… Read More

Frazee and Vergas have both been part of the solar project By Greta Hentges West Central Initiative  Robert Williams Editor Communities across the region, including Frazee and Vergas, are taking bold steps toward a more sustainable and resilient future through the Municipal Solar Cohort. West Central Initiative (WCI) created the cohort to help communities develop project proposals… Read More

Ice rink is located behind 34 Collision By Matthew Johnson Reporter Tucked behind 34 Collision on the eastern edge of Osage near the intersection of Becker County 48 and State Hwy. 34 is a resurrected community gem—the Osage outdoor community skating rink. The rink, located on a small pond nestled down in a hollow away from strong winds… Read More

Many people are asking…What is a Family Resource Center and how does it positively impact the community?  Family Resource Centers have been established across the states for many years, and now Minnesota is part of the National Family Support Network, with many counties striving to implement a Family Resource Center.  CornerStone is happy to announce that they… Read More

Picture this: Your house is on fire. You grab your phone, dial 911, and your mind goes blank. What’s your address? How many people are inside? Where are the kids’ bedrooms? In that terrifying moment, you don’t have to remember. If you’ve signed up for Smart911, first responders already know. “When someone calls 911, they’re often at… Read More

Otter Tail County has welcomed Liz Mickelson as Deputy Administrator of the Finance, Property and License Management Services Team, as County Administrator Nicole Hansen introduced her to the County Commissioners at Tuesday’s meeting. Kris Vipond administered the oath of office to Mickelson as County Auditor-Treasurer, as required by Minnesota statute. Mickelson brings 10 years of public… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum January 12, 2021 The CornerStone youth community center hired Tracy Neuffer as its executive director. The Detroit Lakes resident was raised in Mahnomen and is excited to be part of the community-driven project. “The people I have met in Frazee so far have been unbelievably kind and friendly,” she said. Vergas resident Joy… Read More

January in Minnesota may feel like a gardening lull, but it’s actually prime time for one important task: dormant pruning. When trees and shrubs are bare, it’s easier to see their structure and make clean cuts that promote health and productivity. But before you grab the pruners, here’s what you need to know about what… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Last weekend, former Hornet Nathan Bellefeuille, Class of 2009, was in Perham to lead his Legacy Christian Academy Lions against the Hawley Nuggets during the annual Breakdown Crossover Classic.  Bellefeuille has been the Athletic Director and Head Boys Basketball Coach at Legacy Christian Academy since 2018.  The Lions defeated Hawley 86-82 to improve to… Read More