To the Editor, There’s no way around it – our state is facing a $6 billion deficit and it’s something we have to contend with sooner rather than later. This deficit is a clear signal that we need to get our budget and priorities in check. Unfortunately, when it comes to the education area of the… Read More
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Putting students first in Minnesota
Published on April 22, 2025 at 2:28pm EDT frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
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Putting the focus on eye care in Minnesota
Published on April 22, 2025 at 2:27pm EDT frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0To tbe Editor, Minnesotans’ access to health care, more specifically eye care in new and meaningful ways for communities of all sizes, is at a crossroads at the State Capitol, and your input is necessary. Currently, in the Minnesota Legislature, SF 1144/HF 1011 would modernize the scope of practice for optometrists to use their knowledge and training… Read More
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‘A Minecraft Movie’ a big hit for fans of the game
Published on April 22, 2025 at 2:24pm EDT frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0Garver’s Movie Review Bob Garver After a mere two weekends, “A Minecraft Movie” has claimed the top spot of the 2025 domestic box office. It’s not shocking that this franchise piece beat out January fare, but since then we’ve had an MCU entry and this movie just blew right past it. And I have to ask:… Read More
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Why He did it…
Published on April 18, 2025 at 10:26am EDT frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0By Pastor Ryan Stockstrom Harvest Church Easter week is here! As we take time to celebrate this year, I wanted to pause and reflect on the why. If you believe that God revealed Himself in history through the person of His Son, Jesus Christ, then it naturally leads to another question: Why did Jesus endure what He did?… Read More
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Terminations have negative effect on local USDA offices, rural communities
Published on April 18, 2025 at 10:25am EDT frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0To the Editor, In recent weeks, action taken by the federal administration has left many individuals wondering about the status of a small-town staple—the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) county office. In February, the Trump administration laid off USDA staff across the nation by sending unexpected termination notices to probationary employees. This resulted in a loss of… Read More
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It’s time!
Published on April 18, 2025 at 10:24am EDT frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0Some years ago, I was so impressed by the knowledge that one of those sixth grade boys – in R/E class – had, that I complimented Him for that. He responded by saying “Well I read the Bible a lot, but not “Revelations”. If I could meet Him now I would say – it’s time… Read More
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Calving season has begun on the farm
Published on April 18, 2025 at 10:24am EDT frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0By Tyler Trieglaff Notes from the Chief Notes from the Farm…Calving has started on the farm with the first, first calf heifer having a baby boy on April 5 which was eight days before the due dates. It is normal for some mamas to go a few days to a week or so early. As of press… Read More
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Using mirrors in conjunction with the backup camera
Published on April 18, 2025 at 10:23am EDT frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0Ask A Trooper Sgt. Jesse Grabow Question: What is a safe routine when backing up using the mirrors in conjunction with the vehicle’s backup camera? Answer: Backing up is not allowed on freeways or expressways, except for emergency vehicles on duty. Backing up on public roads can result in a charge of reckless or careless driving. If you… Read More
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Town hall talks about social security, DOGE, pregnancy centers and energy
Published on April 18, 2025 at 10:23am EDT frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0By Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach I recently held a telephone town hall, and nearly 14,000 people tuned in for an update on what I have been working on and what’s been happening in D.C. I also answered some great questions about things concerning the people of the 7th District. It was great to learn from those who… Read More
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Sponsors sought for upcoming bike rodeo
Published on April 8, 2025 at 12:18pm EDT frazeevergas| Author: frazeevergas
0By Tyler Trieglaff Notes from the Chief Notes from the Chief…First things this week I would like to talk about is the Bike Rodeo we are having at the Frazee Police Department on Saturday May 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Bike Rodeo will help with the city’s classification as a Bike Friendly City for… Read More