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MNDOT REMINDS WEFEST ATTENDEES THERE’S NO PARKING ON HWY 59 BEFORE NOON ON JULY 29
The Minnesota Department of Transportation, in cooperation with the Minnesota State Patrol, wants to remind WE Fest attendees that no parking is allowed along Highway 59 in Detroit Lakes prior to noon on Monday, July 29. Vehicles arriving before noon on Monday will not be permitted to park on the shoulder and will be subject to removal and penalty by State Patrol.
Water Levels Being Drastically Reduced To Save A Minnesota Lake
Sometimes, drastic measures need to be taken now to create a healthier situation later on. That can be true in our personal and professional lives, and it's also true in other things, including nature. An example would be when a lake becomes unhealthy, also known as impaired. Experts say that...
Becker County resident takes 3rd place for Model of the Year in California competition
DETROIT LAKES — Standing on the red carpet in California at an invite-only talent search, Lucile Donnelly learned she had a third career opportunity to consider. Acting and singing were always on her radar, and now modeling is too. The Detroit Lakes High School senior placed second in the...
Victim & suspect identified in deadly Moorhead shooting
MOORHEAD, MINN. (Valley News Live) - Moorhead Police say, a man is now behind bars in connection to this week’s deadly shooting. Officials say, 35-year-old Jamal Ahmed is being held at the Clay County Correctional Facility on a long-form complaint for Felony Secondary Degree Murder charges. On July 24...
Man Airlifted To Twin Cities Hospital With Serious Burns
(KNSI) – A Winsted man was seriously burned over a significant amount of his body Thursday afternoon. The 53-year-old was helping family with outdoor yard cleanup in Dassel Township. He tried to use a gasoline-type accelerant to start a brush pile on fire. The flames came back on the man, leading to severe burns on his skin.
Sartell Man Killed in Waite Park Crane Accident
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- A workplace accident in Waite Park on Tuesday has killed a Sartell man. Officers responded to a medical call in the 400 block of 7th Avenue North at around 10:55 a.m. Police say a large crane was being assembled when it fell from an elevated workstation.
Lester Prairie’s Odin & Salem creates one-stop shop for families with kids, dogs, or both
According to US Census data from 2022, the share of families with children under 18 is around 40%; meanwhile, Forbes has reported that roughly 66% of US households own a pet as of this year. Lester Prairie-based business Odin & Salem hopes to serve the families who fall into both...
Hot Summer Shows at The Ledge Amphitheater: Primus, Jewel, YES, Stray Cats & More
(KNSI) – The concert calendar at The Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park is going to be as hot as the weather over the next two weeks. It starts on Friday, July 26th with quirky, funk rock band Primus and special guest hard rockers Coheed and Cambria. The box office opens at 3:30 p.m., parking opens at 4:00, the doors open at 5:00 and the show starts at 6:30. Come hungry as food trucks from Dana’s Kitchen, Mr. Twisty. ODB’s Meat and Greet, Waldo’s Pizza and Buddy’s Burritos will be lined up to fill your tummy.
2024 Wright County Fair Rolls On
(image: wrightcountyfair.org) It’s day two today (Thursday) for the Wright County Fair. Dairy, poultry meat and dairy goat shows, plus the fashion revue and clothing judging are among the 4-H activities during day two of the fair. Other happenings include an antique tractor pull and garden tractor pull, the kids coin scramble, and a drawing for 2 kids bikes on the midway for those who purchased armbands.
Dashcam video shows prior crashes of Minnesota trooper charged in Rochester fatal wreck
ROCHESTER – The Minnesota Department of Public Safety has released dashcam video showing four on-duty crashes Trooper Shane Roper was involved in prior to a wreck in May that left a young woman dead. Roper was disciplined for his driving following all four crashes but continued patrol duty until...
The City of Bismarck approves 2025 preliminary budget proposal with no tax increase
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - The Bismarck City Commission approved the 2025 preliminary budget during Tuesday’s regular commission meeting without any opposition. The 2025 City of Bismarck Budget will not have any tax increases. The approved preliminary 2025 budget is roughly $404 million. Dmitriy Chernyak, finance director of the City...
Fargo Man Arrested For Threatening Staff At South University Drive Business
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A Fargo man is arrested for threatening staff at a business twice this month. 21-year-old Daniel Ferris was arrested for terrorizing with a dangerous weapon. He was also cited for unlawful possession of marijuana. Police say they responded to a disturbance at an unnamed business...
Two injured after a rollover accident in Jamestown
JAMESTOWN, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Two people are facing life-threatening injuries after a rollover crash in Jamestown on Thursday morning. The Jamestown Police Department responded to the 1500 block of 4th St. NW for reports of a 1 vehicle rollover accident. An initial investigation found the vehicle was traveling...
Visitors At Foss Log Cabin
The Allen Hanson Family visited the Foss Log Cabin Friday, July 12, 2024. They had gathered for Allen’s funeral at Olson Funeral Home in Fergus and burial at Sverdrup Lutheran Cemetery just north of Underwood. See The Review for more.
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