5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum May 12, 2020 Many congregations are meeting through a virtual connection, but Harvest Church in Frazee has shifted from viral to drive-in. Pastor Ryan Stockstrom first heard the idea of a drive-in service on social media, in a pastor group. “They were holding these alternative type meetings in the south much sooner… Read More

Concordia College and Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) have formalized an academic partnership that will create new opportunities for students at both institutions through articulation agreements, shared programming, and innovative collaborations. Administrators celebrated with a signing ceremony Wednesday, May 7, at Concordia during an informal meet-and-greet event for instructors from both institutions. The gathering… Read More

Frazee-based expert willing to work a wide variety of jobs By Robert Williams Editor Zach Jagodzinski is two months into running his new business Zach’s Handyman Service, specializing in basic home repairs and based out of his home in rural Frazee. Jagodzinski is originally from Bolingbrook, Ill., a suburb of Chicago. He had an aunt and uncle… Read More

Family, friends honor contributions of Vergas resident By Robert Williams Editor Former Vergas Community Club President and current Treasurer Sherri Hanson was surrounded by her family after being recognized for her volunteer contributions in a special presentation during Volunteer Appreciation Night, hosted by the Vergas Community Club on Wednesday, April 30 at the Event Center. Hanson was… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor It took a few years and some happenstance for Frazee-Vergas kindergarten teacher Jill Ollmann to find her career. The wait was worth it as Ollmann was named by her peers as the 2025 Teacher of the Year at the elementary school. “It took me a while to figure out what I wanted to… Read More

Bachleitner qualifies for nationals By Robert Williams Editor The Frazee-Vergas High School speech and debate team began last year with three students and head coach Katie Hoekstra. This year, the team tripled in size, as did their number of state entrants. “I was in it last year and it kind of started out as hey, is anybody… Read More

Surcharge to replace money EV owners would pay in gas taxes Elias Thomas Report for Minnesota The price of driving electric vehicles in Minnesota may well increase as lawmakers look to wrap up work on a transportation funding plan.  The House transportation budget bill raises a yearly surcharge paid by electric vehicle owners from $75 to $200…. Read More

Photos by Robert Williams Frazee Police Chief Tyler Trieglaff and the Frazee Police department held a Bike Rodeo for area kids Saturday, May 3, at City Hall. Bike Rodeos teach children bicycle safety and riding skills in a fun, engaging environment. The event combines hands-on activities with educational lessons to promote safe cycling habits. 

Samantha Siedow Report for Minnesota The Minnesota House and Senate have voted to respond to the avian influenza epidemic, but they still have to agree on the scope of the effort. The House included more than $3 million in funding for bird flu prevention in its budget bill, which passed on a bipartisan vote of 130-3 on… Read More

Yvette Higgins  Report for Minnesota A $4 billion higher education budget bill passed by the Minnesota House cuts funding for a program that supports student-parents.  The Student-Parent Support Initiative (SPSI), passed in the 2023 legislative session, gives money to programs that help students with children succeed in higher education through one-on-one support, emergency grants for unexpected medical… Read More