Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

Hawley Nugget Dance Team Ready To Return To State Dance Meet This Weekend
HAWLEY, MN (KDLM) - After a 16-year absence, the Hawley Nugget Dance Team will be back at the State Dance Tournament. "It's been a long time for us," says head coach Erin Christenson. "The jazz team l...
Zeke Fuhrman Feb 15, 2023

Governor Walz Authorizes National Guard To Assist Stranded Motorists In Clay County
(KDLM) - Governor Tim Walz is authorizing the Minnesota National Guard to help stranded drivers on the roadways in Clay County. Fresh snow and strong winds created blizzard conditions in western and n...
Zeke Fuhrman Feb 15, 2023

DLHS student brings High School parking concerns to City Council
Detroit Lakes, MN (KDLM) - Ross Hanson, a junior at Detroit Lakes High School, appeared before the city council on Tuesday night, seeking clarity and resolution about parking issues around DLHS. Hanso...
Zeke Fuhrman Feb 15, 2023

UPDATE: No travel advisories lifted in west central Minnesota; I-94 to re-open at noon
UPDATED STORY DETROIT LAKES, MN (11:45 am) - The Minnesota Department of Transportation will reopen Interstate 94 from Fergus Falls to Moorhead at noon. Although the driving lanes will be passable, mo...
Zeke Fuhrman Feb 14, 2023 AP Photo/Ann Heisenfelt

TS Dock And Lift Owner Addresses City Council About Building Permit Concerns
DETROIT LAKES, MN (KDLM) - The Detroit Lakes City Council held its monthly meeting last night. During the public forum, concerns were brought up about the inconsistent steps and ever-moving hoops need...
Zeke Fuhrman Feb 14, 2023

Impending Winter Weather Forces Changes To Polar Fest Schedule
Detroit Lakes, MN (KDLM) - A couple of changes have been made to Wednesday's Polar Fest schedule in Detroit Lakes due to the extreme weather. Wednesday's events included the Polar Putt at the Washingt...
Zeke Fuhrman Feb 14, 2023

Man Found Deceased In Fish House On Lake Bemidji
BEMIDJI, MN (KDLM) - A man was found deceased in his fish house on Lake Bemidji on Sunday morning. According to the Beltrami County Sheriff's Office, the Emergency Communications Center received a 911...
Zeke Fuhrman Feb 14, 2023

Chocolate Fantasy Returns To Becker County Museum Today
Detroit Lakes, MN (KDLM) - If you're still looking for a special Valentine's Day gift for your special someone, Chocolate Fantasy returns to the Becker County Museum today. You can order a small or la...
Zeke Fuhrman Feb 13, 2023

The Great Polar Hunt Begins in Detroit Lakes On Thursday
Detroit Lakes, MN (KDLM) - The popular city-wide scavenger hunt, The Great Polar Hunt, returns to the Polar Fest schedule this Thursday. "There are a number of businesses in Detroit Lakes who all got ...
Zeke Fuhrman Feb 13, 2023

State Officials Hope to Extend Bus Stop Arm Camera Grant Program
(KDLM/MNN)- The Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) is asking the Minnesota Legislature to extend the grant program for school bus stop-arm camera systems. Director Mi...
Zeke Fuhrman Feb 13, 2023