Enrollment in 4-H on a slight rise By Robert Williams Editor Becker County Commissioners initially had two options to fill the District 3 seat on the County Economic Development Authority Board, but one candidate did not live in the district. The replacement will fill the final year of a six-year term vacated recently by Hank Ludtke…. Read More

By Robert Williams Editor The Frazee Economic Development Authority (EDA) awarded the bid of just less than $600,000 from Bristlin Construction of Detroit Lakes for the completion of the interior buildout of the downtown retail building that will house Mama’s Pizzeria N Scoops and Home Sweet Bakehouse later this year.  Negotiations continue on a fourth tenant that… Read More

Online auctions to begin March 17 and go for 45 days The Otter Tail County Auditor-Treasurer’s Office is preparing for upcoming online auctions of tax-forfeited properties, which will allow individuals and businesses to purchase land within the county. Tax-forfeited properties default to the State of Minnesota ownership after three years of unpaid taxes. Otter Tail County… Read More

Sebeka School Superintendent speaks on behalf of state bill Elias Thomas Report for Minnesota Republicans in the Minnesota House have introduced a bill that would give school districts broad flexibility in how they spend money and allow them to opt out of recent mandates from the state.  The bill is aimed at providing relief for school districts… Read More

Love In the Name of Christ (Love INC) of Greater East Otter Tail County is excited to be planning a Community Gathering for Wednesday, March 12, at 11:30 a.m. at Crosspoint Alliance Church. This event features a light lunch of pizza and goodies and an opportunity to learn more about the mission of Love INC,… Read More

Construction on Shell Lake Township facility to begin in late May or early June By Robert Wiliams Editor The Becker County Board of Commissioners granted the request of rural Waubun residents Tim Rohloff and Rose Diemert for a conditional use permit for the cultivation, manufacture and wholesale of cannabis at the latest board meeting Tuesday, March 4,… Read More

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is will host Caleigh, a Minnesota-based trio known for their vibrant fusion of world folk, Celtic, bluegrass, and American Old-Time music, for a special Irish concert on Saturday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. This event is part of the Cultural Center’s 2025 Winter/Spring Concert Series and is open… Read More

A 31-year-old Frazee man and passenger of a Ford Windstar leapt from the vehicle while it was moving and sustained serious injuries Wednesday, March 5, on Highway 34 east of Detroit Lakes, according to a press release from the Minnesota State Patrol. According to the release, the State Patrol responded to a report of a passenger… Read More

Event to be held in conjunction with Maple Syrup Day on April 12 in Vergas The Vergas Community Club and the Vergas Lions are once again partnering to celebrate maple—maple Syrup that is. Whether you tap your trees and cook down the sap for maple syrup to sell or just enjoy personally, event organizers want to celebrate… Read More

Megan Larson, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner in family medicine, is excited to join the Essentia Health St. Mary’s-Detroit Lakes Clinic. “I have worked with Essentia for nearly 11 years in various roles,” said Larson. “I enjoy working with the people at Essentia and believe it’s a great health system overall.” Larson received… Read More