Contributed photo Deputy Colton Odash, left, recently completed all four phases of the Minnesota Sheriff’s Association Institute for Credible Leadership (ICLD). The ICLD is a four phase, online, leadership learning system offered through the Minnesota Sheriff’s Association. The Minnesota Sheriff’s Association and the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office believe that every person who works in… Read More

Photo by Robert Williams Midco will host a groundbreaking ceremony at the Frazee EMS Building on Thursday, June 6.  Midco is holding a groundbreaking event at noon on Thursday, June 6 to celebrate its investment in bringing a new option for internet and TV services to the Frazee community. Community members and leaders will join Midco team members… Read More

The Red River Valley (RRV) Emerging Leadership Program (ELP) celebrated its most recent cohort of leaders and a program milestone this spring. A dinner and recognition program at University of Minnesota Crookston recognized participants and celebrated the program’s 40th year. The celebration included a slide presentation narrated by Jody Horntvedt, Extension educator for the program, who… Read More

AJ Peters has officially received the endorsement of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL) for the United States Congress representing Minnesota’s 7th Congressional District.  This endorsement underscores his commitment to help the people of rural Minnesota by strengthening economic opportunities, enhancing healthcare accessibility, creating workforce and senior housing funding, and advocating for sustainable environmental policies, Peters said in… 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.

Space Day event on June 13 3-2-1 Blast Off! Lake Agassiz Regional Library is bringing an outer space-themed Summer Library Experience to youth and teens in Detroit Lakes and the surrounding communities. Beginning June 1, participants can read to win prizes as well as attend out-of-this world programs, which will be held weekly on Thursdays… Read More

The camp is June 23-30, scholarships are available Organizers of Concordia College’s Minnesota All-State Lutheran Choir announced applications are still being accepted for the prestigious choir camp.   Talented high school singers from all over the country – and from any faith background – are invited to apply for this opportunity to develop their musical skills… Read More

5 years ago Frazee-Vergas Forum June 4, 2019 Annika Kovar was one of 51 high schoolers in the United States to receive a national scholarship at a ceremony in Washington D.C. The rural Vergas resident applied for an earned a $1,000 scholarship and silver medallion from the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. She explained that each state… Read More

Alexandria Technical & Community College Dean’s List   Alexandria Technical & Community College recognized Emma Ketter of Frazee and Bryson Smith of Vergas students for academic excellence. Both students were named to the Dean’s List for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher while enrolled in 12 or more credits Spring Semester 2024. Oswald earns Bachelor of  Arts… Read More

A long-time foe of the Perham Yellowjackets will now be donning the Black and Yellow as the Perham Activities Department announces Paige Thompson as its new Head Volleyball Coach, pending Independent School Board 549 approval. Thompson spent the better part of her high school career tormenting Perham coaches in volleyball and basketball. Thompson was a five-year… Read More