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First responders using WE Fest grounds for drone training
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (Valley News Live) - West Central EMS is hosting a regional done training for emergency medical services, fire departments and law enforcement agencies. The training is happening all day at the Soo Pass Ranch near Detroit Lakes on Wednesday, May 22. The agencies will learn best practices...
Ask a trooper
Question: We have a new driver in the house. I was trying to explain to my child what to do if you have a tire blowout or experience steering failure. It might mean a bit more coming from a State Trooper. Could you please explain? Thank you for all you do.
Laporte community supports couple facing health crises
To say that Barb and Gary Benson of Laporte are facing serious health challenges — would be an understatement. Last year Barb began her fight with breast cancer but went into remission in February. Then Gary began having symptoms of heart trouble, including swelling of legs and shortness of breath. He was airlifted to Abbott Hospital in the Twin Cities where he underwent triple bypass surgery. Since then Gary has...
5 Under 40: Cassie Miles wants to provide community for MN families with children's museum
ST. CLOUD — In July 2020, as millions of people were adjusting to working from home, 5 Under 40 winner Cassie Miles was going into the office for the first time in eight years. It was part of her new role as executive director of the Great River Children's Museum. ...
Hubbard County Sheriff’s Report
The Hubbard County Sheriff’s Office reported the following incidents for the northern part of Hubbard County from May 3-6:. Suspicious — Report of suspicious person, C.R. 36/460th St., advised. Abandoned — Abandoned car on Hwy. 64. Traffic stop — Citation issued, C.R. 39/Marigold Drive. ...
In Business: ‘Flora & Floret’ in Park Rapids Has Busy Mother’s Day Weekend
Many around the world celebrated Mother’s Day over the weekend, which meant certain retailers got busy with shoppers coming in for last-minute gifts. In downtown Park Rapids, Flora & Floret, owned and operated by Tessa Kumpula, was busy with flower orders for the holiday. Kumpula started the business after seeing the building and instantly knowing what to do with it.
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