High-voltage lines expected to run through southern Becker County By Robert Williams Editor Minnesota Power, Otter Tail Power Company, and Great River Energy are currently gathering information from the public to support the development of potential routes for the Maple River- Cuyana (MR-C) Transmission Project. Details of the project are to construct a new, approximately… Read More

What started as a simple passion for macarons has grown into one of Frazee’s sweetest success stories. Home Sweet Bakehouse, owned by Karey Smagacz, is quickly becoming a local favorite, known for its delicate pastries, creative flavors, and welcoming atmosphere.  Six years ago, Smagacz wasn’t planning to become a business owner. She grew up in… Read More

Enrollment at Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) continues its upward trajectory this fall, with especially strong gains in high-demand healthcare fields. New student enrollment in M State’s health sciences programs has surged by 32%, while nursing programs have seen a 14% increase. “Our healthcare programs are thriving because we’re committed to providing… Read More

Kevin Gray, age 61, Frazee, was injured when struck from behind by a car Friday, Oct. 3. At approximately 12:02 p.m., the Becker County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a vehicle colliding with a motorcycle near 32163 Co. Hwy. 10. Gray was westbound on Hwy. 10, riding a 1998 Honda GL1500 motorcycle. Gray was… Read More

A charge of felony possession of guns or ammunition against Dale Steven Pindegayosh, 29, of Frazee, was dismissed in Becker County District Court. According to court records, a White Earth police officer was patrolling in White Earth on Monday, Sept. 12, 2022, when he encountered a vehicle that had been reported stolen in Duluth. The… Read More

Concurrent enrollment program has saved students millions Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) marks the 40th anniversary of its Concurrent Enrollment Program this month – a milestone that highlights decades of academic partnership and achievement. The college commemorated the occasion on October 1 with a celebration at the Fergus Falls campus, where the… Read More

The Vergas Blood Drive sponsored by the Vergas Lions will be held Thursday, Oct. 23, at the Vergas Event Center. Donate blood, platelets or plasma from Oct. 1-31 to be entered for a chance to win a $10,000 gift card. On or around Nov. 6, 2025, one winner will be randomly selected in a drawing… Read More

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court St. Rita of Perham will present their 56th Annual Style Show, “Aloha,” on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Perham. The morning will begin with brunch, with the style show following featuring fashions from Dot and Minnie’s,… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum October 13, 2020 Book clubs may want to take note of a very unique opportunity to have two sessions with an author. Vivia Leigh is offering up to five people in a club the chance to host a virtual video chat with her after the third and seventh chapters have… Read More

Rapid response treatment applied Otter Tail County officials announced that the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has positively identified two invasive aquatic species in Anna Lake, located north of Underwood off County Highway 35. The invasive species discovered include starry stonewort and zebra mussels. The initial discovery was reported on Thursday, September 11, when… Read More