Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News
Fargo Man Wanted for Operating Illegal Dispensary, Warrant Issued
FARGO, N.D. - A warrant has been issued for 29-year-old Robert Lee Beretta of Fargo for allegedly operating an illegal dispensary. Beretta faces felony charges of leading a criminal association and co...
Apr 25, 2024
Minnesota Robotics Team Shines at FIRST Championship in Houston
GLYNDON, Minn. - Four students from Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton High School in Minnesota, known as the Pun-ishers robotics team, showcased their skills at the 2024 FIRST Championship in Houston. The team,...
Apr 24, 2024
Resignations of Fargo Davies High School Coaches Signal New Era for Eagles Athletics"
FARGO, N.D. - Fargo Davies High School is undergoing changes in its coaching staff as two coaches have resigned from their posts. Tonah Safranski, head coach of the girls basketball team, has stepped ...
Apr 24, 2024
Century-Old Time Capsule Unveiled at Minnesota High School Demolition Site
MANKATO, Minn - During the demolition of an old high school in Minnesota, a demolition crew made an unexpected discovery - a time capsule dating back to 1920. The capsule was opened on Monday, and its...
Apr 24, 2024
Hawley Dollar General Temporarily Closed for Remodel, Offers Penny Sale Deals
HAWLEY, MINN. - The Dollar General store in Hawley is currently closed for a remodel, with plans to reopen next week on Thursday. To prepare for the renovation, the store held a penny sale over the we...
Apr 24, 2024
Detroit Lakes Mourns Loss of Beloved Preschool Teacher, Mother of Three
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. - The Boys & Girls Club in Detroit Lakes felt a profound absence on Wednesday morning as the community mourned the unexpected loss of Robin Nelson, a preschool teacher, mother...
Apr 24, 2024
Ethics Complaint Filed Against Sen. Nicole Mitchell Following Burglary Charge
ST. PAUL, MINN. - Senate Republicans have filed an ethics complaint against Sen. Nicole Mitchell (DFL - Woodbury) after her arrest and first-degree burglary charge. During a Senate floor session, Sen....
Apr 24, 2024
Graffiti Vandalism Disfigures Local Artist's Mural at Bernie's Wines and Liquors
FARGO, N.D. - Customers arriving at Bernie's Wines and Liquors on University Drive South were dismayed to discover graffiti defacing a mural on the building's south side. The mural, created by local a...
Apr 24, 2024
Prescribed Fire by Minnesota DNR Causes Smoke in Fergus Falls, Fire Chief Confirms
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. - Residents of Fergus Falls have observed smoke emanating from the west side of town, confirmed to be from a prescribed fire conducted by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resour...
Apr 24, 2024
Detroit Lakes Public School District Announces Inaugural Laker Ripple Award Winner: 101-Year-Old Eloise Irving Honored for Community Impact and Leadership
The Detroit Lakes Public School District is pleased to announce its first-ever Laker Ripple Award. The award was established to recognize outstanding achievements, endeavors, leadership and character ...
Apr 24, 2024