By Robert Williams Editor The Vergas City Council gathered Friday, Sept. 26 for a special meeting to address needs of the liquor store, renew a lease agreement and approve a purchase. Two items from the recent liquor store exterior improvement project were not completed: a snow break and gutter system, along with the sign installed… Read More

Seven local nonprofits received grants of up to $75,000  West Central Initiative was selected by the Otto Bremer Trust as a philanthropic intermediary partner to administer and distribute funds through its Community Responsive Fund.   “These dedicated organizations are meeting critical needs while also building long-term strength for our region,” said West Central Initiative Grants… Read More

Lake Agassiz Regional Library will host a series of author visits featuring The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book author Lee Svitak Dean’s latest project, a book called Kitchens of Hope. Bringing readers on a culinary journey around the globe, Kitchens of Hope features recipes and stories of immigrants from more than thirty countries and celebrates cuisines… Read More

The City of Vergas will be conducting fire hydrant flushing Monday through Wednesday, Sept. 29–Oct. 1, between 4-11 a.m., each day. This routine maintenance helps ensure water quality and system reliability. Residents may notice temporary water discoloration or reduced pressure during these hours—this is normal and should clear up shortly.  Please plan accordingly and avoid… Read More

FFA members applying for their first FFA Jacket With school in full swing, thousands of young people are joining FFA in Minnesota. To support the development of these young people, future leaders for agriculture and their local communities, the Minnesota FFA Foundation is again offering the Blue Jackets Bright Futures program which provides official FFA… Read More

Program supports critical infrastructure and mechanical system updates Minnesota Housing has approved financing for more than $53 million in repairs and updates to 32 public housing buildings statewide. The resulting work will help preserve more than 3,200 apartments across the state, including 22 projects in Greater Minnesota, including Lakeland Apartments in Perham and 10 in… Read More

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center will present a special evening of live comedy with Rob Fairbanks on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.  This performance is part of the Cultural Center’s 2025 Fall Performing Arts series, offering audiences a night of uplifting, original comedy in a welcoming, community-oriented… Read More

Contributed photo The Frazee-Vergas Class of ‘71 held their annual gathering on August 23, 2025. The following attended: Front row L-R: Rodney Wirth, Roger Sanders, Tim Courneya, Dennis Nelson, Larry Ehnert, Dale Fett, Jon Bachmann Back row: Beverly (Stenger) Samuelson, Judy (Schermerhorn) Splonskowski, Marie (Enslin) Brekken, Nancy (Hanson) Murphy, Marlys (Mastin) Oswald, Valerie (Schultz) Shaw,… Read More

Families across Minnesota caring for children with disabilities will soon have access to expanded support services. During the 2025 legislative session, Sen. Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) authored bipartisan legislation to restore vital out-of-home respite services. Senate File 446 gives families the opportunity to take a temporary step back while ensuring their child continues to receive… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum September 29, 2020 Frazee Family Foods shoppers will find a new produce cooler, new freezers and a more spacious section to pick out meals for the week. Owner Heath Peterson said the open produce cooler was replaced with an enclosed case, which will keep vegetables and fruits fresh for customers…. Read More