The Detroit Lakes Public Library will offer a Genealogy Class geared for beginners on Monday, Sept. 30 from 5-6:30 p.m. The workshop will introduce family history newbies to the free genealogy resources available at the library. Genealogy is a journey of self-discovery that can teach the researcher as much about themselves as it does those… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum September 24, 2019 After 119 votes were purchased to buy the Snellman mayor seat, Darlene Pihlaja won the title. The annual fundraiser held during Snellman Day allowed visitors to purchase a voting card for $1 and write any name on it. Then, that card was placed in a ballot box and one… Read More

Poll Pad has replaced the outdated and inefficient paper model that is often the cause of long lines at the polls and inefficient election record keeping. Any Time, Solution The Poll Pad solution provides a seamless electronic voter check-in and verification process for election authorities across North America. Poll Pad is a secure Apple iPad… Read More

TEAM Industries Audubon proudly celebrates its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of innovation, dedication, and community support. Founded in 1984 as Audubon Engineering and Manufacturing, and then changing its name to TEAM Industries to encompass all the TEAM facilities as one in 1999. TEAM Audubon has grown to become a cornerstone of the local economy… Read More

A 13-year-old is in custody in Pine Point for Threats of Violence By Robert Williams Editor The Frazee Police Department and Becker County Sheriff’s Department responded to a threat of violence at Frazee-Vergas High School after threatening graffiti was found on a desk. According to social media reports, the alleged graffiti contained the statement “Shooting on Friday” scratched… Read More

Art crawl to feature eight different locations throughout the greater Vergas area By Robert Williams Editor Take a drive down the beautiful Vergas backroads while enjoying the unique art studios and fall colors on the second annual Back Roads Art Crawl Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  The Art Crawl is free of… Read More

Kindergarten adds 19 kids to start school year By Robert Williams Editor The Frazee-Vergas School Board recognized former Chairperson Kimberly Antonsen for her work on the school board since Jan. 7, 2019. Antonsen served as a director and vice chair in her first term and took over chair duties after being reelected in 2023. She resigned… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor Construction is close to beginning and the former Lions shelter and brick building are being removed from Town Lake Beach, according to discussions held at the Frazee City Council meeting Wednesday, Sept. 11. Site work and sidewalk removal are scheduled to begin this week prior to construction of the new community building at… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor A public meeting was had prior to the monthly Vergas City Council meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 10 to hear from the Lake Runners Trail Association to discuss rerouting options for the snowmobile trail through town. Association President Ross Jenson took questions from residents for 40 minutes after explaining the loss of access to… Read More

Wet spring and summer conditions impacted the nesting and brood-rearing season Pheasant numbers in the 2024 Minnesota August Roadside Survey were similar to 2023 and 19 percent above the 10-year average, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “The stability in pheasant numbers across the state and most regions is welcome news after the wet… Read More