Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

St. Paul, MN – One political analyst in Minnesota is reporting Governor Tim Walz could end his bid for a third term. WCCO Radio’s Blois Olson says he learned Walz will likely drop out of t...

Becker County Environmental Services is once again offering residents a convenient way to recycle holiday lights with designated drop-off sites. Community drop-off points include: Beug's Ace Hardware,...

The Manna Food Co-op is welcoming the community to its new downtown location with a grand opening celebration on January 8, 2026. The cooperatively owned grocery store is now located at 801 Washington...

U.S. Department of Education determined MN Dept. of Education and MSHSL violated sex discrimination law on Sept. 30.

Image Courtesy of Rep. Backer’s Office Fergus Falls, MN – Representative Jeff Backer (R-Browns Valley) will be joining local Minnesota farmers, stakeholders, and commissioners at the Agric...

Several new Minnesota laws took effect January 1st of 2026, covering public safety, elections, employment, and environmental regulations. One major change strengthens protections for vulnerable adults...

Several new Minnesota laws took effect January 1st of 2026, covering public safety, elections, employment, and environmental regulations. One major change strengthens protections for vulnerable adults...

Perham, MN - A Perham man is in custody for possessing over 350 grams of methamphetamine with the intent to sell and fleeing law enforcement. Prosecutors say 55-year-old Larry McClendon Jr. was arrest...

As winter settles in, Lake Agassiz Regional Library is inviting adults to cozy up with a good book through its annual Book Blizzard Winter Reading Challenge. The program runs from January 2 through Fe...

The Peoples Park Warming House in Detroit Lakes will open for the season on Monday, December 22. Located just off Rossman Avenue at 1324 Peoples Street, the park features three outdoor ice-skating rin...