Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

Teenagers Arrested, Charged in Connection with Moorhead Robbery
MOORHEAD, Minn.- Two 16-year-old boys are facing felony robbery charges after allegedly robbing a victim they met on Facebook in Moorhead. The incident occurred on Tuesday just after noon in the 1500 ...
Paul Torres Mar 28, 2024

Authorities Investigate After Two Bodies Discovered in Blaine Parking Lot
BLAINE, Minn. -Two individuals were discovered deceased inside a parked vehicle in Blaine, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths. The Blaine Police Department rece...
Paul Torres Mar 28, 2024

Teenagers in Stolen Vehicle Arrested After High-Speed Chase Near Barnesville
BARNESVILLE, Minn. -In an incident unfolding on Thursday afternoon, two teenagers were apprehended for allegedly leading troopers on a chase in a stolen vehicle near Barnesville, Minnesota. The...
Paul Torres Mar 28, 2024

Hawley Community to Honor Firefighters for Bravery at Co-Op Elevator Fire
The City of Hawley and the surrounding area will be coming together to say a Big "Thank you" to the many firefighters and other first responders who battled a fire at the Hawley Co-Op Elevator in Febr...
Paul Torres Mar 28, 2024

Minnesota Marijuana Market Faces Unpopular Changes Ahead of Licensing
ST. PAUL, Minn. --Minnesota's cannabis landscape is evolving rapidly, with the state making significant adjustments to its marijuana laws ahead of issuing its first licenses. In a recent session, legi...
Paul Torres Mar 28, 2024 Legislation

Fargo Man Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography
A Fargo resident was taken into custody following a search of his residence on Wednesday evening. Fargo Police Department officers conducted a search warrant in the 500 block of 31st Avenue North, whe...
Paul Torres Mar 28, 2024

Minnesota State Patrol Sergeant Discusses Car Scams
(Detroit Lakes, MN)--Trooper Jesse Grabow of the Minnesota State Patrol addresses concerns about vehicle scams in this week's "Ask the Trooper." A reader asks for advice on avoiding scams when buying ...
Paul Torres Mar 28, 2024

Father's Initiative Rolls Out 988 Suicide Prevention Banners in Central Minnesota Schools and Communities
"The Jackson Roeder Memorial Fund and CentraCare Team Up to Promote 988 Suicide Lifeline" In memory of Jackson Roeder, who tragically died by suicide in 2017, his father Scott Roeder and the Jackson R...
Paul Torres Mar 28, 2024

Stearns County's Mississippi River Park to Host Solar Eclipse Viewing Celebration
Stearns County Parks has two exciting events coming up. On April 8th, a Solar Eclipse Viewing Party will take place at Mississippi River County Park from noon to 4:00 p.m. Safety glasses will be provi...
Paul Torres Mar 27, 2024

Fargo Fire Department Seeks to Hire Firefighters
The Fargo Fire Department is seeking applicants for firefighter positions, with applications open from April 1 to April 12. Chief Steve Dirksen encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply, em...
Paul Torres Mar 27, 2024