Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

20-Year-Old Arrested Following Frat House Fight at UMD, Charges Include Minor Consumption and Imminent Danger
A 20 year old man from Pelican Rapids was arrested after a Frat house fight at UMD on April 19th. Police arrived at a party at a frat house where to to fifteen people were involved in a "mutual combat...
Paul Torres Apr 24, 2024 Man arrested as a consequence of his crime

Detroit Lakes High School Earns Prestigious National Ranking as a U.S. News Best High School
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. - Detroit Lakes High School (DLHS) has been recognized as one of the nation's top high schools, achieving a significant milestone in educational excellence. According to the lates...
Paul Torres Apr 24, 2024

Elderly Driver Crashes into Fergus Falls Building Due to Medical Condition"
FERGUS FALLS, Minn. - In Fergus Falls, an elderly driver crashed into a building at River Bluff Apartment Homes today around 1 o'clock, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The vehicle ...
Paul Torres Apr 24, 2024

Undercover Operation Busts Drug Dealers with 75 Fentanyl Pills in Halstad, MN
NORMAN COUNTY, Minn. - Two individuals are facing multiple drug charges following their arrest in Halstad, MN, after court records revealed they sold 75 fentanyl pills to an undercover officer. Charle...
Paul Torres Apr 24, 2024

State Senator Nicole Mitchell Charged with Burglary, Senate Majority at Risk
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Minnesota State Senator Nicole Mitchell (DFL-Woodbury) faces 1st-degree felony burglary charges after allegedly breaking into her stepmother's home in Detroit Lakes early Monday morn...
Paul Torres Apr 24, 2024

TEAM Industries in Audobon are hosting a community blood drive today
TEAM Industries in Audobon are hosting a community blood drive for Vitalant from 9:30am today until 1pm. The Bloodmobile will be in the TEAM parking lot. To schedule an appointment click here. Search ...
Paul Torres Apr 23, 2024

Senator Rob Kupec Discusses Legislative Updates on Hodge Podge Radio Show
Senator Rob Kupec recently appeared on the KDML studio's Hodge Podge show hosted by Joel Koetke, where he provided insights into the latest congressional bills before the upcoming session break. Notab...
Paul Torres Apr 23, 2024

Governor Walz Appoints Local Advocates to Rural Health Advisory Committee
The Rural Health Advisory Committee, acting on the recommendation of Governor Walz, has welcomed two community leaders to its ranks. Amanda Schermerhorn of Detroit Lakes and Lisa Stroscheim of Frazee ...
Paul Torres Apr 23, 2024

Rural Ogema Man Charged with Felony Assault and Domestic Violence
Becker County District Court has filed charges against 38-year-old Tyrel Traverse Ambuehl, a resident of rural Ogema. He faces felony second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon and felony domestic ...
Paul Torres Apr 23, 2024

Dilworth City Council Considers Options After Police Chief Candidate Declines Offer
DILWORTH, Minn. - After Lieutenant Justin Carloni of Milwaukee turned down the police chief job offer, the Dilworth City Council discussed their next steps. They decided unanimously to negotiate with ...
Paul Torres Apr 23, 2024