New locations in NY Mills and Pelican Rapids By Robert Williams Editor The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners authorized the acceptance of $882,860 in Multi-Purpose Community Facility Projects Grant funding from the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE).  This investment will support the renovation of spaces at locations in New York Mills City Center ($382,860)… Read More

By Tucker Henderson Reporter “I was shocked,” said Kris Huebsch, a farmer in rural New York Mills, about being named the 2025 Farmfest Woman Farmer of the Year in Morgan, Minn. on Thursday, Aug. 7. “This spring I got an email from the Otter Tail County Extension, that the Extension County Committee had nominated me,… Read More

A high-speed internet connection offers unparalleled opportunities for learning, connection and community impact. Yet, to fully realize its wide-reaching potential, this powerful tool requires one essential component: Knowledge. With this in mind, Arvig is launching Digital Life Skills, a new educational initiative aimed at equipping individuals with practical knowledge and skills to safely and effectively… Read More

Photo by Robert Williams Zack and Sara Erickson, center, and staff officially opened their new restaurant in downtown Frazee, Mama’s Pizzeria N Scoops, and were welcomed with a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday, Aug. 12, by Frazee Mayor Mike Sharp, City Administrator Stephanie Poegel, City Council and EDA board member Drew Daggett, EDA Consultant Rachael Johnson,… Read More

LAMN Foundation invests 55k to fund scholarships Every day, caregivers across Minnesota bring comfort, dignity, and compassion to older adults. Many dream of advancing their skills, earning a degree, or stepping into leadership—yet the cost of education can put those dreams out of reach. The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation changes that. Through our annual scholarship program,… Read More

Dr. Huschle, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Mayville State University, announced that the following students have been listed on the Dean’s List for the Spring Semester of 2025 at Mayville State University. Annika Reierson of Frazee. In order to be named to the Dean’s List, each student has attained a grade point average of… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum August 18, 2020 Frederick Robin is only 17-years-old, but he already has. Aline of body care products and is rolling out a signature fragrance line. The fragrance artist took notice of how many people had a similar scent, using similar perfumes or colognes and a question rose in his mind—why… Read More

Support military widows and families of the fallen Holbrook Farms, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families of fallen military, will host its first-ever Hearts for Holbrook event on Saturday, September 13, 2025. The event will feature an exciting day of community engagement, fundraising, and celebration, with a focus on continuing the mission to… Read More

Marine Innovations is proud to announce that Empire Tram has been added as a dealer for New York state. Empire Tram, located in Interlaken, New York will serve Finger Lakes residents with a safer, more convenient alternative to waterfront stairs.  Servicing Upstate New York, Empire Tram specializes in Marine Innovations’ inclined elevator sales, installations, and… Read More

The first day of the new activities season always brings excitement to athletes and coaches. Sometimes, the excitement gets amped up when there is a new face to lead the direction of the team. That is the case with the Perham Yellowjacket girls swimming program. Monday brought change at the top of the Yellowjacket swim… Read More