Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

UPDATED: Woman found dead, suspect in custody following standoff near Perham
UPDATED (4:15 p.m.) -- A woman has been found deceased and a male was taken into custody after a standoff in Otter Tail County at a residence near Big Pine Lake. Around 10:30 a.m., the Otter Tail Coun...
Zeke Fuhrman Jul 17, 2023

Thousands Raised in Impromptu Donation Campaign for Fargo Police Officers
FARGO, ND (KDLM) - What began as a simple act of kindness for the families of officers involved in Friday's tragedy turned into an outpouring of community support over the weekend. Melissa Sampson wan...
Zeke Fuhrman Jul 17, 2023 Officers at the Fargo Police Department were treated to a cart full of snacks donated after a Venmo fundraiser went viral (Photo: Melissa Sampson)

87th annual Northwest Water Carnival kicks-off with thousands showing up for concerts and demo derby
Detroit Lakes, Minn. (KDLM) - The 87th annual Northwest Water Carnival officially kicked-off to big crowds Friday night with about a thousand people showing up in City Park for performance from the ma...
Michael Achterling Jul 17, 2023 Small trucks and their drivers battle during the 87th annual Northwest Water Carnival demolition derby at the Becker County Fairgrounds on July 15, 2023. (Michael Achterling / KDLM News)

Hodgepodge: Carrie Johnston talks upcoming lakes area chamber events; Art in the Park on July 30, Crazy Days on Aug. 8, DL Cruise Night Aug. 9
Carrie Johnston, president of the Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce, talks about upcoming events including: Art in the Park on July 30, Crazy Days on Aug. 8 and DL Cruise Night on Aug. 9. &nb...
Michael Achterling Jul 17, 2023

Lakes Area Morning News for July 17, 2023
Fargo police chief updates officer-involved shooting incident on Saturday; honors fallen and injured officers Detroit Lakes, Minn. (KDLM) - Fargo Police Chief David Zibolski spoke to the...
Michael Achterling Jul 17, 2023

Knutson memorial held in Fargo; memorial set at Muir Lane and South Shore Drive
Detroit Lakes, Minn. (KDLM) - Fargo Marathon race director Mark Knutson, who died in a tragic bicycle accident last weekend, was honored at a memorial service in Fargo this weekend. On Saturday, hundr...
Michael Achterling Jul 17, 2023 Mark Knutson

Detroit Lakes Public Schools holding online auction for surplus school items; bidding closes July 24
Detroit Lakes, Minn. (KDLM) - Detroit Lakes Public Schools are holding an online public auction for many of their surplus items. The auction features 115 different items including: circular, fold-up l...
Michael Achterling Jul 17, 2023 Mike Lawrence / CC

Vergas Looney Days Weinerdog Races Return August 12th
VERGAS, MINN (KDLM) - The Vergas Looney Days Weiner Dog races return for its 12th year Saturday, August 12th. "It's hard to believe it's been ten years already," said Digger Anderson, who coordinates ...
Zeke Fuhrman Jul 15, 2023

Fargo Police Department Identifies Officers And Suspect Involved In Friday Shooting
FARGO, ND (KDLM) - Fargo Police Department Chief David Zibolski spoke to the media and community at a press conference on Saturday afternoon regarding the officer-involved shooting incident that happe...
Zeke Fuhrman Jul 15, 2023

WATCH NOW: City of Fargo Press Conference Regarding July 14th Shooting
FARGO, ND (KDLM) - The Fargo Police Department will host a press conference at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 15 in the Commission Chambers within Fargo City Hall to provide additional information relate...
Zeke Fuhrman Jul 15, 2023