Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

  At approximately 3:15 Monday afternoon Otter Tail County Sheriff's office received a 911 call reporting a large shed was on fire. When first responders arrived, the storage shed was fully on fi...

  Shady Hollow will be open and celebrating a 3 day weekend flea market. Everyone is invited to explore a full market of vendors, food, drinks and live entertainment. Just off highway 17 in DL Fr...

  Residents and businesses in the 507 area code, which includes cities like Rochester, Faribault, Owatonna, Mankato, and Winona, will need to switch to 10-digit dialing starting July 30th. This c...

  As Minnesotans gear up for water activities during the Fourth of July holiday, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters to prioritize safety. Operation Dry Water, a n...

  The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites wildlife enthusiasts and outdoor skill seekers to join their summer Minnesota Outdoor Skills and Stewardship Series. These free webin...

  Yesterday, the USDA is accepting applications for emergency assistance to dairy farmers affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). This expanded program offers financial aid to produ...

  The Menze family of Ottertail has been honored as Otter Tail County's "2024 Farm Family of the Year" by the University of Minnesota. The family farm, established in 1914 by Chris and Dorthea Me...

**Right to Repair Act** Starting today, Minnesota's Right to Repair Act makes it easier and cheaper for consumers to fix their electronic devices. The law mandates that manufacturers provide tools, pa...

Minnesota's May 2024 state revenues came in higher than expected, totaling $2.122 billion, which is $304 million more than forecasted. This increase reflects higher receipts from all major taxes, bene...