By Chad Koenen Publisher A 24-year-old man from New York Mills was struck and died as a result of injuries from an accident in the 37000 block of County Highway 67, just south of New York Mills on Wednesday evening.  According to a report from the Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office, the sheriff’s office responded to a… Read More

Community Club to place bike racks downtown By Robert Williams Editor Discussions by the Frazee Economic Development Authority (EDA) continued on redoing the Frazee welcome sign on the west side of town and eastbound side of U.S. Highway 10. The EDA had previously agreed that a vinyl wrap would be the most affordable option.  The panels on… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen The Vergas ball field and surrounding area was abuzz with games, activities, live entertainment and food trucks for the fourth annual Hairyman Festival in Vergas on Saturday. The day featured a side-by-side run through the area, as well as an obstacle course (above) for local youth. A cartoonist also drew caricatures (right),… Read More

Frazee grad praises her hometown for its support By Robert Williams Editor Vikingland Community Support Program of Alexandria and its executive director, Becky Schmitz, a 2003 Frazee-Vergas graduate and Miss Frazee, were awarded the National Alliance on Mental Illness Minnesota’s (NAMI) Provider of the Year Wednesday, Sept. 24. The award recognizes an organization that provides mental health… Read More

Council members hope to lower preliminary tax levy of 16 percent By Robert Williams Editor Over the summer, the Frazee City Council discussed being more consistent in utility billing city-wide, specifically with water and sewer. Recently, there were approximately 20 residents who were mailed a letter by the city explaining the proposed enforcement of city ordinance… Read More

4-Corners Lions Club attracts 60+ vendors to annual show in Frazee By Robert Williams Editor Both gymnasiums are already booked and the main hallway is filling up for the 4-Corners Lions Club’s 47th annual Craft and Vendor Show to be held at Frazee Elementary School on Saturday, Oct. 4. Lions Clubs took over the show eight years ago… Read More

By Louis Hoglund  Pelican Rapids Press Plowing snow around winding, narrow lakeshore roads is a delicate township chore—while maneuvering the heaviest and clumsiest of equipment.  Making it even more challenging: Boat trailers, pontoons, vehicles—and even boulders—parked within the township’s jurisdiction. That’s why township officers and road maintenance crews are adamant about keeping stuff off the right-of-way.   Immense boulders appeared… Read More

Contributed photo Ole’s Ride organizers made their annual donation to HIA Hospice. The 2025 ride raised a record $34,500. HIA Hospice responded to the donation with the following social media post: A heartfelt thank you to Ole’s Ride and everyone who participated in making this year another incredible success. Through your hard work, generosity, and… Read More

By Robert Williams Editor The Vergas City Council gathered Friday, Sept. 26 for a special meeting to address needs of the liquor store, renew a lease agreement and approve a purchase. Two items from the recent liquor store exterior improvement project were not completed: a snow break and gutter system, along with the sign installed on a… Read More

Seven local nonprofits received grants of up to $75,000  West Central Initiative was selected by the Otto Bremer Trust as a philanthropic intermediary partner to administer and distribute funds through its Community Responsive Fund.   “These dedicated organizations are meeting critical needs while also building long-term strength for our region,” said West Central Initiative Grants Officer… Read More