Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

Staff from the office of Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach will hold mobile office hours at the Detroit Lakes Public Library on Thursday, January 23, 2025, from noon to 4 p.m. The session will take pla...

A devastating fire on Sunday, Jan. 12, destroyed a single-wide mobile home in Silver Leaf Township, about three miles east of Frazee on Highway 87. A passerby reported the fire at 5:15 p.m., and when ...

Minnesotans are being advised to take extra precautions this winter as cases of whooping cough, often called the "100-day cough," are surging across the state. The Minnesota Department of Health has r...

Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) in Fergus Falls will open two winter art exhibits this week, showcasing collections by artists Ruth Hanson and Mary Jo Wentz, both inspired by...

Health officials in Minnesota are reporting a "silent surge" in COVID-19 cases this winter, following a significant lull in activity. The uptick isn't limited to COVID-19-rates of flu and RSV (respira...

The Philanthropy and Youth (PaY) program at Detroit Lakes High School is once again stepping up to make a difference in the community. This winter, PaY students are hosting a clothing drive to collect...

On January 15, 2025, Detroit Lakes will mark a powerful moment in its history as a 1935 Chevrolet 2-door Convertible is pulled from the icy depths of Big Detroit Lake, exactly 70 years after it sank. ...

On January 15, 2025, local history will come alive as a 1935 Chevrolet emerges from the icy depths of Big Detroit Lake, 70 years to the day after a tragic accident claimed the life of 19-year-old Jame...

Three recent cases in Becker County court highlight serious public safety concerns. A Lake Park woman is charged with felony assault after allegedly threatening a man with a knife. A Ponsford man face...

Yesterday, Arvig, a leading internet service experienced widespread service interruptions affecting numerous customers, including those in the Detroit Lakes area. The company acknowledged the issue an...