Detroit Lakes

Three In Custody After Fatal Hit and Run

The victim was struck on Pow Wow Hwy. east of Pine Point.

DETROIT LAKES, MN (KFGO) – Three people were taken into custody after a hit-and-run in Becker County where a 21 year-old man died. The victim was struck on Pow Wow Hwy. east of Pine Point. He was Joshua Jones of Ponsford. Deputies later located a car in Pine Point where the three people were found. It was reported shortly before…

Lights Are Turned On Inside Detroit Lakes Ice Palace

First One Constructed In Town Since 1971

DETROIT LAKES, Minn — Detroit Lakes just completed the first ice harvest they’ve had in more than 50 years. All that ice was used to create a 24-foot-tall ice palace. Detroit Lakes has been turned completely into a scene right out of the movie Frozen between the cold weather and the ice palace that is now lit up tonight. The…

Plastic Bag Facebook Post Causes Social Media Uproar

The photo was taken during a Detroit Lakes High School assembly Tuesday

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — A Facebook post showing plastic bags over students’ heads at Detroit Lakes High School has gone viral. A post to social media is causing a strong reaction for many in Detroit Lakes. “I was a little ticked off that something like that would even happen,” said Monte Duel, stepfather to a Detoit Lakes High School student….

Detroit Mountain Provides Outdoor Fun For All Ages

Detroit Mountain Embraces The Winter Weather With Various Outdoor Activities

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — One way to enjoy the nice weather while it lasts is to take a trip to Detroit Mountain. They offer activities such as skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and fat bike riding. Detroit Mountain also offers both private and group lessons if you’re new to snowboarding or skiing. Some special events they offer weekly include Monday Madness, College…

Workers Continue To Work On Ice Palace

Workers Are Finishing Up The Crafting Of The Ice Palace In Detroit Lakes

Workers in Detroit Lakes are finishing up the crafting of the Ice Palace. The palace is being constructed using ice that was harvested in Detroit Lakes. The crafting began in early January under the direction of artist Hans Gilsdorf. It is expected to be completed with lights and music by February 8th . The viewing will run through February 19th….

LIVE: Detroit Mountain Snow Tubing

KVRR's Jackie Kelly Tries Out Snow Tubing At Detroit Mountain

KVRR’s Jackie Kelly learns about the winter activities offered at Detroit Mountain, including snow tubing! More information about Detroit Mountain can be found here. Categories: Morning – Features, Morning – In The Community Tags: Detroit Lakes, Detroit Mountain, snow tubing, winter activity

LIVE: Detroit Mountain Fat Bikes

KVRR's Jackie Kelly Learns More About The Fat Bikes At Detroit Mountain

KVRR’s Jackie Kelly travels to Detroit Mountain to learn more about their winter activities, including their fat bikes. More information about Detroit Mountain can be found here. Categories: Morning – Features, Morning – In The Community Tags: Detroit Lakes, Detroit Mountain, fat bike, winter activities

First Ice Harvest Since 1971 Begins On Little Detroit Lake

volunteers are building a 24-foot-tall by 30-foot-wide ice palace

  DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — The sounds of saws roaring on Little Detroit Lake is the first sign of an ice harvest since 1971. “In the 30’s, it was the second largest industry in this county right behind the forestry industries,” said Becky Mitchell, Becker County Museum executive director. “They shipped ice all over the country to be used for refrigeration and box…

Ice Harvest 2018 Begins

the first block of ice was removed this morning

  DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Ice harvesting used to be one of the biggest industries in Becker County. Now, Detroit Lakes is celebrating with their Ice Harvest 2018. They began construction for their ice palace by removing the first block of ice from Little Detroit Lake this morning. Nearly 1,500 more blocks will be needed to complete the palace. Construction of…

Detroit Lakes Family Relieved that their Teenage Son Was Found Safe

Peter eastman was found safe and well in california

DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — Bridget Eastman says it was really frightening when her nephew Parker went missing, which is why she is relieved he has been found. Parker went missing on August 21. Eastman says they didn’t expect him to be missing for such a long time. Her family was told Parker is safe and well in California. The first thing…