Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News
Sheriff Investigating Suspicious Death Near Brainerd
BRAINERD, Minn. - On Friday the sheriff's office got a call about Bryce Brogle, 23, who was last seen leaving a home in Center Township north of Brainerd on Wednesday. Brogle had gone missing after go...
Oct 31, 2022
Record Muskie Caught on Mille Lacs
(KNSI) - A Princeton man's muskie is officially a new record. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources certified Eric Bakke's 58.25-inch fish as the largest catch-and-release muskie in Minnesota'...
Oct 31, 2022 Eric Bakke’s 58.25-inch fish as the largest catch-and-release muskie in Minnesota’s history. Photo via MN DNR
Author Allen Eskens Friday Signing At Bluebird Books Cancelled; Rescheduled Date TBD
Detroit Lakes, MN (KDLM) - Best-selling author Allen Eskens was all set for a book signing at Bluebird Books in Detroit Lakes on Friday, but had to cancel the event due to an illness. Eskens recently ...
Oct 31, 2022
$7.7 Million Detroit Lakes City Hall Remodel Project to Move Forward
DETROIT LAKES - The Detroit Lakes City Council approved a $7.7 million Detroit Lakes city hall remodel project, Friday despite construction costs soaring. The low bid of $6.6 million, submitted by Bri...
Oct 31, 2022
Drive-By Shooting near Staples Leaves One Injured
STAPLES (KDLM) - Police are asking the public for information after a person was shot while driving near Staples, Sunday. Just after 7 p.m., deputies responded to a report of an assault with firearm t...
Oct 31, 2022
Teal Pumpkin Project Helps Ensure Everyone Can Trick-Or-Treat
(KNSI) - When shopping for trick-or-treat goodies, the Teal Pumpkin Project recommends picking up some non-food treats, too this Halloween. Trick-or-treating is one of the highlights of the year for m...
Oct 28, 2022
Former Little Falls Priest Accused of Inappropriate Behavior
(KNSI) - A St. Cloud priest has been put on leave after being accused of inappropriate behavior. The Diocese says questions and concerns regarding potential actions by Father Joe Herzing were recently...
Oct 28, 2022
Detroit Country Club Hires Tom Dolby as New General Manager
DETROIT LAKES (KDLM) - Detroit Country Club (DCC) has hired a new General Manager/Head Professional. The Detroit Country Club board recently concluded an extensive search for a new candidate to take o...
Oct 27, 2022
28-Time Olympic Medalist Michael Phelps Gives Perham Swim and Dive Team Inspiring Message
(KDLM/KPRW) - 28-time Olympic medalist Michael Phelps is going viral in west central Minnesota after giving a motivational message to the Perham Swim and Dive team as end-of-season meets begin this we...
Oct 27, 2022
Detroit Lakes Lawyer to be Recognized as Minnesota Icon
DETROIT LAKES (KDLM) - A Detroit Lakes lawyer is being recognized as an Icon in his profession. David Stowman with Stowman Law Firm P.A. will be recognized in December at the Minnesota Icon Awards in ...
Oct 27, 2022