Category Archives: Community

Fergus Falls Historic Home Efforts Underway to Preserve Local Treasure
In Fergus Falls, efforts are underway to preserve the historic home of Prince Albert Honeycutt, Minnesota's first Black resident in the city, Civil War-era freedom seeker, and significant community fi...
Oct 25, 2024

DL Parade of Lights Looking for Floats and Sponsors
This story is produced by our Intern Zach with actualities from a Hodge Podge Interview with Jackie Buboltz The Detroit Lakes Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its Christmas Lights Parade, ...
Oct 25, 2024

Public Encouraged to Attend the DL Housing Summit on Friday (10/25/24)
The Detroit Lakes Housing Summit is on Friday, October 25, at the Historic Holmes Theatre's Midwest Bank Ballroom. The event will run from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., starting with breakfast and a welcome f...
Oct 24, 2024

Name the Plow Finalists Announced
The next step in naming our community snowplow is here! The City of Detroit Lakes has narrowed down your suggestions to nine finalists, and now it's time to choose the winning name. Whether you submit...
Oct 23, 2024

Pelican Rapids Landowners Oppose Commercial Campground Project
Landowners in Pelican Rapids are uniting to oppose a proposed 26-unit commercial campground on Grove Lake in Otter Tail County, owned by Joseph Clauson. Their concerns focus on environmental issues, i...
Oct 23, 2024

Minnesota Milk Honors Moo Booth Founder Doris Mold for Contributions to Dairy Industry
The Minnesota Milk Producers Association has announced Doris Mold as the recipient of the 2024 Bruce Cottington Friend of Dairy Award. Mold, the founder of the iconic Moo Booth at the Minnesota State ...
Oct 23, 2024

"Guarenteed Income for Artists
Springboard for the Arts, a Minnesota-based nonprofit, has announced the expansion of its **Guaranteed Income for Artists** program, which will now provide $500 monthly payments to 100 artists over a ...
Oct 22, 2024

This Week's Update with the MN DNR
**Distinguishing White-Tailed Deer from Elk**: The Minnesota DNR reminds hunters to familiarize themselves with the differences between white-tailed deer and elk, as elk sightings have been reported o...
Oct 22, 2024

Road Construction NOTICE:
The alley section between 801 Washington Ave & O'Reilly's Auto Parts will be closed from October 21-24 while Minnesota Energy is working in the area. Lane closures, traffic shifts on westbo...
Oct 21, 2024

Essentia Health to Host Walk-In Flu Shot Events, Including Halloween-Themed Clinic
This October, Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes Clinic offers a fun and convenient way to get your flu shot while celebrating the spooky season. A special Halloween-themed walk-in flu shot even...
Oct 21, 2024