Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

Veteran's Day Events and Ceremonies
Detroit Lakes Veterans Memorial Park Ceremony: A ceremony will honor all military veterans at 11:00 AM at Veterans Memorial Park in Detroit Lakes. This annual event is a time for the community to come...
Nov 11, 2024 Purple Slog / CC

Feeling Frustrated with the Train Delays in Vergas? Take Action!
If you've found yourself caught in frustrating delays at railroad crossings in Vergas, Otter Tail County is asking for your help. Whether you're running late for work, stuck on the way to school, or e...
Nov 08, 2024 The Canadian-Pacific Holiday Train (photo courtesy of ExploreMinnesota.com)

Ferus Falls CEO Sentenced for Embezzlement
A Fergus Falls CEO has been sentenced for embezzling funds from two local associations. Katherine Vicki Renee Junge, who led the Lakes Region Association of Realtors and the Lakes Region MLS for 25 ye...
Nov 08, 2024

Fergus Falls Man Charged with Felony Obstruction and Assault
48-year-old Allen Charles Sheppard faces multiple charges, including felony obstruction, assault on a peace officer, criminal property damage, disorderly conduct, and illegal burning. The incid...
Nov 08, 2024

Otter Tail County Commissioners Invite the Public to Open House
Otter Tail County Commissioners invite community members to attend the upcoming open house at the Parkers Prairie Event Center, 201 W. Main Street, on Monday, November 25, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. This is ...
Nov 08, 2024

Your Input is Needed for the Becker County Hazard Mitigation Plan
Becker County is asking residents to weigh in on its updated Hazard Mitigation Plan, designed to better prepare for natural disasters. With recent updates now ready, the county is calling for feedback...
Nov 08, 2024

Veterans' Day Celebrations
VFW Auxiliary Breakfast: Come support the local VFW Auxiliary and their veterans programs by attending their monthly breakfast fundraiser at VFW Post 1676, 500 Washington Ave., Detroit Lakes. The menu...
Nov 07, 2024

Wadena Barn Fire Destroys Barn
An election night fire destroyed a barn in rural Wadena, Otter Tail County, on Tuesday, November 5. The Otter Tail County Sheriff's Office received the call at 5:23 p.m., and deputies, along with the ...
Nov 07, 2024 The main cabin at Cass Lake Lodge fully engulfed in flames on Sept. 12, 2023.

Update on Bagley Fire: 5 Brothers Being Treated for Severe Burns
A devastating explosion in Bagley, Minnesota, has left five brothers hospitalized with severe burns. The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. on Monday, November 4, when a man lit a cigarette inside a ...
Nov 07, 2024

Becker County Courthouse Busy Week
The Becker County courts have seen a busy week with several notable cases involving DUI, burglary, and auto theft offenses. Here's a rundown of recent rulings: In a DUI case, 43-year-old Darren...
Nov 07, 2024