Invasive carp previously fitted with acoustic tags have led the Minnesota DNR and its state and federal partners to a school of invasive carp in Pool 8 of the Mississippi River at the confluence of the Root River in Minnesota, near La Crosse, Wisconsin. “Tracking tagged invasive carp like these help us identify where the fish… Read More

‘The devastation was incredible,’ Chief Walker By Robert Williams Editor Six volunteer Frazee firefighters traveled to Bemidji on Monday, June 23 to provide aid and disaster relief to firefighters and residents of the Bemidji area. While in Bemidji from Monday through Wednesday, each firefighter worked 40 hours on the job, according to Frazee Fire Chief Adam Walker. Walker… Read More

Andersons awarded for community service A Frazee family was honored during the 23rd Annual Celebration of Heroes banquet hosted by the United Way of Becker County at the Historic Holmes Theater on Thursday, April 24, in Detroit Lakes. Erik and Elise Anderson, along with their children: Thomas, Nora, Rosie, Samuel, Kate, Michael and Benny, were given… Read More

Water issues dominate most of the meeting By Robert Williams Editor The Frazee City Council continued discussions and ultimately voted unanimously to remove the request for proposals to develop the Mickelson property, a 4.05-acre parcel owned by the City of Frazee that is available for potential development, possibly for multi-family or senior living projects. The other option… Read More

Summer mural and Artists on Main projects underway By Robert Williams Editor The council approved a Frazee Community Development Corporation (FCDC) request to apply for a Minnesota Historical and Cultural Heritage Grant funding for an archeological study to be used for future use of the east side of the Otter Tail River through Wannigan Regional Park.  Funds… Read More

Funds given to 55 organizations, including Empowering Kids  West Central Initiative awarded grants totaling $570,000 to 55 organizations working across the region to address sustainability, equity, and civic engagement.  “These grants represent more than just funding—they’re a collective investment in a stronger region,” said Director of Development Rebecca Lynn Petersen. “We’re honored to support organizations whose work uplifts our… Read More

Widseth’s Kara Sharp, RA, has officially become a Registered Architect, licensed by the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design (AELSLAGID). Sharp works on a wide range of project types, including educational facilities, government buildings, multifamily housing, and more. Her strengths lie in her attention to detail, proactive planning, and… Read More

Come join us at the 41st annual Phelps Mill Festival. The 41st annual Phelps Mill Festival is set for July 12-13 at Phelps Mill Park in rural Underwood. The festival is held each year during the second weekend of July. Phelps Mill Festivl provides two full days of art, food, entertainment and kids’ activities, plus craft… Read More

Arvig has been named a 2025 Top 200 Workplace by the Minnesota Star Tribune, marking the fourth straight year the company has ranked among Minnesota’s best places to work. Arvig ranks No. 26 among the top 50 large companies on the list, according to the 2025 survey. The Top Workplaces list includes 200 large, mid-sized and small… Read More

M State announces spring 2025 graduates The following local students are among the 633 spring semester 2025 graduates of Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State). The college has campuses in Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead and Wadena, and also offers online programs. A member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities, M State… Read More