Haase added to Planning Commission By Robert Williams Editor A roof leak has been detected near the women’s restroom of the Vergas Event Center and was announced at the meeting of the city council on Tuesday, May 14. Initial discussions with Herzog Roofing, of Detroit Lakes, have resulted in multiple options. The leak has not been witnessed… Read More

Detroit Lakes will be home to the largest Troll in the United States By Robert Williams Editor Danish Recycle Art Exhibist Thomas Dambo held the first of two media-only meetings at Detroit Mountain on Thursday, May 16. Dambo discussed the history of his work, his book on the first 100 art installations “Trash, Trolls and Treasure Hunts,”… Read More

Frazee woman accused of felony theft due to self-checkout at Frazee Family Foods A Frazee woman was charged with felony theft for an incident in Wolf Lake in Becker County District Court. According to county court records, a Becker County Deputy went to the Wolf Lake Liquor Store after receiving a theft complaint on Friday, July… Read More

The Otter Tail County Highway Department has announced the reopening of County Highway 35 North of Underwood to all-through traffic. While the road is open, drivers are advised to remain cautious, as lane closures may occur in the coming weeks. These closures are necessary to facilitate the contractor’s final cleanup and striping to complete the project. Otter… Read More

If PartnerSHIP 4 Health has learned one thing in trail development process, it is a good plan is always key to implementation. In 2023, PartnerSHIP 4 Health funded a planning process for a trail connection between the community of Frazee and their new Wannigan Regional Park. Wannigan Regional Park will be a nature-based amenity creating unique outdoor… Read More

Construction began Monday, May 13, on the  J-turn at the intersection of Highway 10 and County Road 60 between Perham and Frazee. Drivers will encounter reduced speeds and lane closures on Highway 10 west of Perham. Crews will be constructing a J-turn at the intersection of Highway 10 and County Road 60 to help improve access… Read More

Oswald named to UJ Dean’s List Paige Oswald, Frazee, was named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s List at University of Jamestown. Students are named to the list for earning a 3.5 GPA while taking at least 12 credit hours for the semester. University of Jamestown is ranked as a “Best Regional University” in the Midwest by U.S. News… Read More

The Vergas Lions will be hosting a blood drive on Thursday, June 6, at the Vergas Event Center. The Event Center will be open from 12:30-6 p.m., for blood donations. To make an appointment call 701-866-4301 or register online at vitalant.org.

On Tuesday, May 7, after weeks of negotiations, Senate Republicans amended the 2024 Minnesota Human Rights bill with language that reinstates religious liberty protections that were removed by a Minnesota law passed last session. “This clarification restores religious liberties in Minnesota and provides important protections to our religious organizations,” Senator Jordan Rasmusson (R-Fergus Falls) said. “With… Read More

Otter Tail County Commissioners will host a community event at the Vergas Event Center at 140 West Linden Street on Monday, June 10, from 7-9 p.m. This is not a board of commissioners meeting. This event provides an opportunity for community members to interact with commissioners and learn about various projects and initiatives happening in… Read More