Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

Minnesota law enforcement agencies are intensifying efforts to ensure road safety during the holiday season. Starting today, over 300 agencies will participate in an enhanced DWI enforcement campaign ...

Becker County is setting up a new capital fund to better manage equipment and building improvement costs. The plan, approved by commissioners, aims to reduce budgeting surprises and streamline purchas...

Detroit Lakes High School is adding a new staff member who's sure to make a big impact-Buddha, an 8-year-old retired detection dog, will take on a new role as a comfort dog next school year. Approved ...

The United Way of Becker County has much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving week! Their recent Baked Potato Fundraiser raised $3,364 for the Boys & Girls Club of Detroit Lakes. Executive Directo...

Vergas Community Club invites you to their Small Town Christmas on November 30th, from 2-5 p.m. The event features a Candy Land theme with local businesses offering activities, games, and promotions. ...

Governor Tim Walz has announced $112 million in federal funds for Minnesota's Energy Assistance Program, administered by the Minnesota Department of Commerce. The funds aim to assist income-eligible h...

A mental health crisis stabilization unit in Fergus Falls temporarily shut down after a New York Mills man caused extensive damage earlier this week. The incident occurred when 43-year-old James Donal...

Authorities responded to multiple crashes on area highways over the weekend, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries for four individuals. On Saturday morning, Shelby Isabell Krusemark, 21, of Hoff...

Becker County Sheriff Todd Glander was recognized with the prestigious Home Town Hero Award during a gala held last Thursday, November 21, at the Avalon Events Center in Fargo. The event celebrated di...

The Snow Plows, both in Detroit Lakes and on local County Roads and Highways, have been plowing very early this morning to remove what we received overnight. Current road conditions are snow-packed, w...