Preregistration of dogs recommended The Vergas Community Club, in conjunction with the National Wiener Dog Racing Association, has announced that Dachshund racing will return to Vergas on Saturday, Aug. 2 at 9 a.m., during the village’s annual Looney Days celebration. This fun family activity has become a staple of Looney Days, as wieners come from around the… Read More

Otter Tail County is developing a comprehensive road safety plan as part of the federal Safe Streets and Roads for All initiative, and requests public input to inform the plan. The Safety Action Plan aims to reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries by identifying high-risk areas and prioritizing data-driven, community-informed solutions. As part of this effort, the… Read More

West Central Initiative invites the community to join a powerful conversation about the global effects of plastic pollution. These gatherings will feature a screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics, followed by a thought-provoking discussion about what this means for public health, local ecosystems, and our everyday choices.  “Plastic production and pollution continue to… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Solberg Insurance is proud to announce the addition of Morgan Solberg as a licensed insurance agent at the Frazee location. Morgan is licensed in both Minnesota and North Dakota and brings energy, dedication, and a passion for helping individuals, families, and businesses protect what matters most. She will be offering a full range of … Read More

The Lake Region Arts Council (LRAC) is excited to announce the opening of their 2025 Guest Juror Exhibition, juried by esteemed artist and cultural organizer Nancy Ariza. The exhibition is already open at the LRAC Main Gallery and they have already welcomed a number of visitors engaging with the powerful and diverse artwork on display. In… Read More

Minnesota United Snowmobilers Association’s (MnUSA) Charity and Awards Committee proudly announces their annual Scholarship recipients for 2025 include: • Tiffany Weber of Henning awarded $1,000 • Cohen Melcher of Mantorville awarded $750 • Grace Soltau of Grand Meadow awarded $500 • Chloe Schuster of Kenyon awarded $500 • Andrew Aho of Frazee awarded $250 • Avery Beumer of Hillman awarded $250 • Connor… Read More

Minnesotans are asked to stay alert for New World Screwworm (NWS), a fly that lays a destructive maggot capable of inflicting great harm on livestock, pets, wildlife and on rare occasion, humans. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is also working to strengthen measures to keep the pest out of the U.S. While the risk is… Read More

The University of Minnesota Extension and Central Lakes College will host a field day on adding crops into a current row cropping system for farmers in Central and West Central Minnesota, showcasing winter camelina, small grains, and dry edible beans. Speakers will cover agronomic considerations for these crops, as well as machinery needs and available… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum July 21, 2020 Lace up those shoes and run toward some family fun in Frazee on July 25. While the official Turkey Days celebration was put on the shelf for 2020 there are several events still taking place, including a 5K run hosted by Miss Frazee Outstanding Teen Braylee Riewer. The 16-year-old… Read More

The Office of the Registrar at the University of Minnesota Duluth has announced its list of spring semester 2025 graduates. Students completed their degree requirements during the spring semester 2025. Spring 2025 graduates include: Kaitlin Kellerhuis, Integr Elem and Spec Ed B A Sc, of Frazee. One of five campuses that comprise the University of Minnesota System,… Read More