Category Archives: Lakes Area Local News

Minnesota's plan to adopt permanent Daylight Saving Time (DST) is still stuck in neutral, awaiting federal approval. Meanwhile, neighboring North Dakota has taken a bold step toward switching to perma...

The Fergus Falls Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a runaway teenager. Authorities say 15-year-old Payton Aune voluntarily ran away on Tuesday, January 28th, while with rel...

Schools across Minnesota are increasingly interested in sourcing fresh, locally grown produce, and a new Farm to School Roadshow aims to strengthen partnerships between local vegetable farmers and sch...

A Fargo man has pleaded guilty to murdering his girlfriend and hiding her body inside a closet. Randall Duffy was charged in 2024 for the killing of 59-year-old Jody Campbell. On June 8, Duffy called ...

Senate Republicans failed in their attempt to expel DFL Senator Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury during Monday's legislative session. Mitchell faces a burglary charge for allegedly breaking into her stepmo...

A new law to protect Minnesota consumers from cryptocurrency fraud took effect on August 1, 2024. Spearheaded by Rep. Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger and Sen. Jen McEwen, the legislation introduces safeguard...

Senate Republicans failed in their attempt to expel DFL Senator Nicole Mitchell of Woodbury during Monday's legislative session. Mitchell faces a burglary charge for allegedly breaking into her stepmo...

Several criminal cases are making their way through Becker County District Court, including felony assault charges, a stalking case, and a sentencing for domestic violence. Felony Assault Charges File...

Becker County is once again considering hiring a lobbyist to oppose efforts in the Minnesota Legislature to transfer state-owned lands to the White Earth Nation. County officials are concerned that st...

With winter weather in full swing, Sheriff Todd Glander is reminding Becker County residents to stay cautious on the roads. Blowing snow and icy conditions can reduce visibility and make stopping diff...