West Central Initiative welcomed four experienced professionals to its growing team, including Philip Hintz as Loan Officer, Amanda Quam as Grants Officer, and April Rog and Cedar Walters as Climate Officers. “We’re committed to local action that improves the lives of people in our region, all 237,000 of them,” said West Central Initiative President Anna Wasescha…. Read More
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WCI expands, specializing in loans, grants, and climate action
News | Published on March 5, 2024 at 3:38pm EST frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
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Sen. Smith urges Minnesotans to apply for USDA Grant Program
News | Published on March 5, 2024 at 3:37pm EST frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0Local and Regional Food Systems Development The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced approximately $26 million for Local Agriculture Market Program (LAMP) grants to help local and regional food organizations develop, coordinate, and expand producer-to-consumer marketing, local and regional food markets, and local food enterprises. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is accepting applications for… Read More
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Lt. Jim Stewart retires from OTC
News | Published on March 5, 2024 at 3:36pm EST frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0With over 32 years in law enforcement and 25 years of service to Otter Tail County, Lt. Jim Stewart will be retiring Feb 29, 2024. In his time with the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office, Lt. Stewart has held positions of Patrol Deputy, Drug Task Force Agent, Patrol Sergeant, Detective Sergeant, Jail Administrator, and currently… Read More
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March winter nature programs in Itasca State Park
News | Published on March 5, 2024 at 3:36pm EST frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0Circle Time Under the Pines: T is for Trees Thursday, March 7, 2024 from 11-11:30 a.m. Meet at the Jacob V. Brower Visitor Center (look for the big building under the big pine trees.) Children 2-5 years old, come explore Itasca as we learn about nature through stories, songs, crafts, and outdoor discovery. Bring your outdoor clothes as we… Read More
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A glimpse from the past
News | Published on March 5, 2024 at 3:35pm EST frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
05 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum March 5, 2019 The Sportsman’s Lodge at Lake of the Woods reported anglers on the lake reel in about 3.5 million walleyes ever year. So, the odds were in Travis Gray’s favor that he’d come home with a few walleye form a recent fishing excursion. Instead, the 2011 Frazee High School graduate… Read More
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Sports betting reignites gambling addiction warning signs
News | Published on March 5, 2024 at 3:18pm EST frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month With more than 250,000 Minnesotans reporting a gambling problem — and only 19 licensed therapists in the state to provide support — the state is facing a serious issue related to addressing gambling addiction, according to the Minnesota Alliance on Problem Gambling (MNAPG). To address this issue, MNAPG is promoting… Read More
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Strand hosts fifth annual Hornets, Hoops and Hope
News | Published on February 27, 2024 at 3:28pm EST frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0Fundraiser continues to support Stand by Me By Robert Williams Editor Ten years ago, Sophia Strand started raising funds to fight cancer in first grade when her teacher Brandi Trapp was diagnosed with breast cancer a few days before school started. Her first run at fundraising raised $400, which she gave to Trapp to help with… Read More
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Open house sheds light on big plans for Wannigan Park
News | Published on February 27, 2024 at 3:26pm EST frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0Project 412 to bring troll to new park in Frazee By Robert Williams Editor Phase I plans of Wannigan Regional Park, ranging from the funding process to the masterplan, were on display Thursday, Feb. 22, at the Frazee Event Center with multiple speakers explaining to nearly 100 attendees about the process of bringing the park from a… Read More
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Local Republicans stand with state officials against North STAR Act
News | Published on February 27, 2024 at 3:20pm EST frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0Legislation limits local law enforcement on mass immigration By Robert Williams Editor Local Republicans and area legislators are speaking up against the North STAR Act, legislation that has been introduced by DFL members that would give Minnesota “Sanctuary State” status. The measure would prevent local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration enforcement and banning state… Read More
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Commissioners address mental health needs
News | Published on February 27, 2024 at 3:18pm EST frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0Probation Advisory Board composition approved By Robert Williams Editor The Otter Tail County Board passed a resolution of support for development of a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) that Clay County is pursuing at the Tuesday, Feb. 13 meeting of the Otter Tail County Commissioners. According to Human Services Director Deb Sjostrom, Minnesota joined a group of… Read More