Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

Man Found Dead in Vehicle Near Breckenridge
The Wilkin County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a man found pinned in a vehicle northeast of Breckenridge on Wednesday afternoon. Deputies discovered the car on its side around...
Jun 28, 2024

NOTICE: Road Work Alert!
11th St SE, from 11th Ave SE to 13th Ave SE will be closed again today while Feldt Plumbing works in the area. Highway 114 between Lowry and Starbuck to close July 8 for road construction Start...
Jun 28, 2024

Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes
Starting at 9am on Saturday the Mark Knutson Memorial Tour Da Lakes sets off for a beautiful morning bike ride with friends, family or just yourself. There are 3 distances to choose from - named for t...
Jun 27, 2024

Out of this World Splatter Painting
Join us at 2 o'clock this afternoon at the Detroit Lakes City Park Bandshell to try to paint without a paintbrush. Splatter, smudge, or smear using your fingers, a whisk, or a rock. Try out our...
Jun 27, 2024

Out of this World Splatter Painting
Join us at 2 o'clock this afternoon at the Detroit Lakes City Park Bandshell to try to paint without a paintbrush. Splatter, smudge, or smear using your fingers, a whisk, or a rock. Try out our...
Jun 27, 2024

The Crisis in Haiti: Ongoing Challenges and Aid Efforts
Haiti continues to face a catastrophic humanitarian crisis marked by extreme violence, political instability, and severe economic challenges. The situation has become so dire that the UN and va...
Jun 27, 2024

Mall Of America Introduces New Facial Recognition Security System
Mall of America officials have announced the implementation of new facial recognition technology in their security systems. The Corsight system will be used to detect persons of interest suspec...
Jun 27, 2024

Early Voting for Minnesota State Primaries Begins Friday
Early voting for the Minnesota state primaries starts this Friday, June 28, and continues through August 12. Here's what residents of Detroit Lakes need to know: **Voting Locations and Hours**:...
Jun 27, 2024

H5N1 Warning for Companion Animals
Veterinarians and pet owners in Minnesota are being urged to remain vigilant for signs of H5N1 in companion animals amid the current dairy outbreak. The Minnesota Board of Animal Health highlig...
Jun 27, 2024

Update on Motorcycle Crash in Fergus Falls
Authorities have released new details about the motorcycle crash that occurred recently in Fergus Falls. The crash involved a motorcycle and a semi-truck and resulted in significant injuries. &...
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