Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

Mark your calendars! The 15th Annual Ole's Ride will take place on Saturday, August 24th, dedicated to honoring the memory of Richard "Ole" Barten, who fought cancer until his passing in February 2011...

This Thursday, the Josh Hanson Veterans Memorial Picnic Shelter at Maplewood State Park will host an evening of "Music and Laughs" from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. The event will feature performances by vocalis...

Join Project 412's Amy Stearns for an engaging lunchtime presentation on the "Trolls in DL" public art project at the Becker County Museum on Wednesday (August 21st) from 12-1 p.m. Stearns will dive i...

The University of Minnesota is continuing to track the spread of COVID-19 across the state using wastewater sampling, as Minnesota experiences a notable surge in cases. According to the CDC, Minnesota...

Minnesota is currently experiencing a significant surge in pertussis cases, commonly known as whooping cough, with patients ranging in age from one month to 86 years old. The increase is particularly ...

At around 7:40 Thursday morning (August 15th), the Otter Tail County Sheriff's Department responded to a report of a single-vehicle accident on County Highway 9 by Pelican Lake. According to officials...

A Florida woman has been arrested on theft-related charges in Otter Tail County. Nadia Islam faces one count of theft by deception after being accused of participating in a scam that defrauded a Fergu...

Get ready to dance the night away! Detroit Lakes VFW Post 1676 is hosting its second annual street dance this Saturday, starting at 6 p.m. The event features live music from the Fat Cats, who will per...

Get ready for a day of endurance and excitement as the annual Young Life Triathlon kicks off this Saturday, starting at 8 a.m. at Detroit Lakes' City Park. Athletes of all levels can participate in va...

Over 200,000 long-term care workers in Minnesota may be eligible for bonuses of up to $1,000, thanks to the Minnesota Care Force Incentive program. This initiative, funded with $84 million approved in...