Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

On Wednesday, September 25th, the Otter Tail County Sheriff's Department responded to a vehicle fire in rural Frazee around 11:11 a.m. According to officials, the vehicle owner was performing landscap...

The **Pathways to Policing Act**, introduced by Minnesota Congressmen Brad Finstad and Dean Phillips, aims to tackle ongoing staffing shortages within state and local law enforcement agencies. The leg...

Governor Tim Walz has declared September 22-28, 2024, as "Workplace Rights Week" in Minnesota. This initiative aims to educate workers about their rights and responsibilities, with a particular focus ...

**Saturday, September 28** Lake Park will buzz with fall festivities during the **Lake Park Pumpkin Fest**. Events kick off with a craft and vendor show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lake Park-Audubon ...

Detroit Lakes residents should take note of two upcoming road closures. Lake Avenue will be closed on Sunday, September 29th, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., between the alley near Zion Lutheran Church and Fra...

A tragic UTV rollover claimed the life of 64-year-old Carl Nord near Wolverton, MN, on Friday, September 20th. The Wilkin County Sheriff's Office reports that Nord was driving a Can-AM side-by-side wi...

At around 5:54 Monday evening (September 23rd), the Breckenridge Police and Fire Departments responded to a structure fire on Nebraska Avenue. According to officials, first responders found the detach...

Here's your chance to add greenery to your home and garden while investing in the future of Detroit Lakes through our littlest neighbors. Lakes Area Prep Early Education is hosting Plants and Parties....

At a Town Hall Meeting hosted by the Lakes Area Patriots at the VFW, the public gathered to hear from School Board candidates ahead of the November 5th election. Gary Cousel expressed frustration with...

An important safety reminder from Becker County Sheriff Todd Glander and Operation Lifesaver: It can take the length of 18 football fields for a train to come to a complete stop. Always be cautious ne...