Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

Bucks Mill Brewing Celebrates Earth Day with Crowler Planting Class in Collaboration with Bergen's Greenhouse!
And, in celebration of Earth Day today, Bucks Mill Brewing is hosting an Earth Day Crowler Planting Class with help from Bergen's Greenhouse. Beginner and advanced gardeners are all welcome. The $15 c...
Paul Torres Apr 22, 2024

Local Paw Patrol Nearing Goal to Replace Retired K9 Officer Cooper
The local Paw Patrol is moving closer to raising enough money to replace Officer Cooper, a K9 service dog that recently retired with honors after 8 years of working with the Detroit Lakes Police Depar...
Paul Torres Apr 22, 2024

Detroit Lakes Unveils $17.3 Million Pavilion Project Design
The Detroit Lakes City Council has unveiled the design of the proposed $17.3 million Pavilion Project. While most councilmembers were in favor of the Northwoods Architecture Concept's design, it was n...
Paul Torres Apr 22, 2024

Detroit Lakes Woman Charged with 1st Degree Arson and Related Offenses
A Detroit Lakes woman has been charged with 1st degree arson. 37 year old Alicia Marie Nolan has been charged in Becker County District Court with 4 felony 1st degree arson charges, a gross misdemeano...
Paul Torres Apr 22, 2024

Leighton Media's St. Jude Radiothon Raises Over $38,000 in Two-Day Event
It was another successful year, raising money as Leighton Media wrapped up day 2 of their annual St. Jude Radiothon on Friday, raising over $38,000. Thursday and Friday, the on air personalities were ...
Paul Torres Apr 22, 2024

Project 412 Launches Deep Dive Detroit Lakes Speaker Series to Support Local Businesses
Project 412 announced a new program, Deep Dive Detroit Lakes speaker series, will be taking place the 3rd Thursday of every month. New Ecosystem builder Sarah Hoffman is charged with a mission to prov...
Paul Torres Apr 22, 2024

Becker County Public Health Opens Free Naloxone Access Point for Opioid Overdose Prevention
Becker County Public Health is offering a life line to those suffering addictions to Opioids, Fentanyl and Heroin by opening a free Naloxone Access Point in the Becker County Human Services building. ...
Paul Torres Apr 22, 2024

Minnesota Department of Agriculture Offers Support to Farmers Facing Springtime Challenges
MINNEAPOLIS - The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is providing free and confidential tools to help farmers, producers, and livestock producers navigate business and financial challenges this...
Paul Torres Apr 20, 2024

Public Hearing Scheduled for Mahnomen Health Center's Transition to Rural Emergency Hospital
MAHNOMEN, Minn. - The Minnesota Department of Health has announced a public hearing on April 30 at 6:00 p.m. regarding Mahnomen Health Center's transition to a rural emergency hospital. This change me...
Paul Torres Apr 20, 2024

InSports Foundation Provides Opportunities for Kids to Play Sports
MOORHEAD, Minn. - Participating in sports is about more than just playing a game. It's about representing your team, school, and community. However, the cost of sports can be a barrier for many childr...
Paul Torres Apr 20, 2024