This Week’s Top Stories

Here are a few of this week’s top stories from the KBRFRadio.com Newsroom:

Boy Killed in Boating accident Identified

The boy who died in a boating accident in Northern Otter Tail County on Thursday afternoon has been identified.

Boy Dies at Summer Camp North of Vergas

Details are emerging from the fatal boat accident Thursday afternoon.

Five Students Awarded the Prestigious Mike Rohde Spirit Scholarship

Five outstanding local students were presented with the prestigious Mike Rohde Spirit Scholarships at a recent meeting of the Fergus Falls Sertoma Club at Mabel Murphy’s.

Fergus Falls Sertoma Club Celebrates Dedicated Members and Honors Community Heroes

Amid applause and admiration, the local Sertoma Club in Fergus Falls has bestowed the prestigious Service to Mankind Award upon Mick Siems, recognizing his exceptional contribution to the community as a tireless volunteer.

Beat the Heat: Local Health Professional Talks Heatstroke Risk and Prevention

As the summer heat intensifies in Fergus Falls and surrounding areas, Jana Sundeen, DNP, a Primary Care Provider at Lake Region Health Care, provides crucial insight into heatstroke and its effects, particularly the early warning signs and prevention strategies.

Fergus Falls Faces Residential Garbage Collection Delays Due to Mechanical Issues

In Fergus Falls, a recent spate of mechanical problems with the city’s residential garbage trucks has led to unexpected delays in garbage collection.

Fergus Falls Veterans Home to Mark 25th Anniversary, Host Stars and Stripes Parade

The Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls is set to host a grand celebration marking its 25th anniversary, on Saturday, June 24, 2023.

Embers In The Night: Two Separate Fires in Fergus Falls

The Fergus Falls Fire Department were dispatched at approximately 9:40 Tuesday night (June 20) to multiple fires to the west end of Fergus Falls.

Food Waste Drop-Off Site Comes to Battle Lake

Otter Tail County Solid Waste has unveiled a new Food Waste Drop Off site in Battle Lake as part of its Organics Recycling Program, aiming to tackle the staggering 40% food waste problem in the United States.

Tragedy Strikes as Son of Disgraced Lawmaker Killed 5 Young Women

The tragic hit-and-run incident on Friday night in Minnesota that resulted in the untimely death of five young women has brought to light a disturbing link between the suspect, Derrick Thompson, 27, and his controversial father, former state representative John Thompson.

Becker County Authorities Investigating Deadly Pedestrian Accident

The Becker County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal pedestrian accident northwest of Detroit Lakes.

MN Government Offices, Schools, and Courts Closed for Juneteenth Holiday

Government offices, the court system, public schools and post offices are closed in Minnesota today in observance of Juneteenth.