Photo by Chad Koenen The songs of the season filled the air on Thursday night for two concerts that included grades K-4. The concert featured a number of holiday classics, as well as a few twists on some new songs. In addition to Thursday’s concert the fifth/sixth graders held their concert on Monday, Dec. 20. 

Ron Smith loses his battle with COVID-19, honored with police escort By Chad Koenen Publisher A highly respected member of the New York Mills Police Department passed away on Wednesday after an extensive battle with COVID-19.  Ron Smith, who had served in a number of local communities over the past 14 years, will be remembered as a man… Read More

Loeffen trades mail for Makos By Barbie Porter Editor, Frazee-Vergas Forum From the shores of South Padre Island in Texas, Barb Loeffen shot a bait bullet about 75 yards into the Gulf of Mexico. Within a half an hour her rod bent; the fight was on. While she didn’t know what fish had hooked itself, the former rural route… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen The New York Mills School received a special visit on Monday, Dec. 13 from none other than Santa Claus. The big guy in red was at the school as part of the annual Supper with Santa event, which was hosted by the ECFE program. Area children and their families were able to… Read More

Contributed photo Chief of Staff, Shirley Quist (left), is shown presenting a “Good Job” Award to Karen Brasel for her dedication in arranging the “Soldier Care Packages” project.

A 2020 Perham graduate enters MMA ring By Barbie Porter Editor, Frazee-Vergas Forum When Shalie Lipp’s hand was raised in the middle of the ring, the Mixed Martial Arts champion’s medal wouldn’t stay on her for long. The 2020 Perham High School graduate removed it and handed it over to her competition. The daughter of Rollie Lipp and Frazee High School… Read More

While recent snow in parts of Minnesota has many snowmobile enthusiasts excited to take their first ride of the season, most of the state’s trails are not yet groomed and ready to ride, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Riders can expect to find uneven conditions and should check local trail reports before venturing… Read More

Serving the lakes area for over 6 decades By Chad Koenen Publisher For over 65 years, the experts at Esser Plumbing and Heating prided themselves on exceptional service to meet all of the area’s plumbing, heating, air conditioning and geothermal needs. The company routinely performs commercial and residential installations and services throughout the lakes area, as… Read More

The VFW Post 3289 Auxiliary meeting was held on Dec 9 with 13 members present. There was one petition for membership by transfer. A total of $200 will be given to Central Minnesota boxing. A subscription will be provided to Guideposts Military Program. The raffle drawing on Nov. 12 went well. A total of 13 soldier care packages were sent… Read More