The 2026 Minnesota Fishing Opener brought cold temperatures and strong winds to Lake of the Woods and the Rainy River on Saturday, May 9, but...

Area anglers will soon have fresh opportunities to reel in trout after the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources stocked two trout streams in...

MN Department of Natural ResourcesJusten Joseph Davis, 38, Clearwater, MN: date of offense 3/13/26. Count one: Fishing with extra line. Disposition: Convicted. Fees:...

Gene and Jeni Krause, who live near the Winter Road River, have been watching an unusual springtime drama unfold high above the ground in a...

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has certified a new catch-and-release state record lake sturgeon, an 80-inch fish caught by Travis...

A 21-year-old Andover man has been charged with burglary and theft following an incident on April 24, 2026, in Lake of the Woods County, according to a criminal complaint...

 The 20th Annual Sportsman’s Lodge Sturgeon Tournament delivered a weekend of spirited competition and record-setting generosity along the Rainy...

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has expanded spring burning restrictions as warm, dry conditions increase wildfire risk across...

Lake of the Woods County Law Enforcement recorded 165 incidents in April 2026, covering a range of medical, public safety, and environmental concerns. Below is a summary of...

The Baudette Fire Department  held its  annual Fireman's Ball on Saturday, May 2, at the American Legion in Baudette. The theme was Kentucky Derby...

The Lake of the Woods County Historical Society is making preparations to open the County Museum for the season later this month. Prior to opening, we will be hosting some...

At their April 28th meeting, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners heard from County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) Rick Rone, who briefed them on his...

At their March 27th meeting, the Lake of the Woods  School Board heard from Superintendent Scott Fitzsimonds that the contract for replacing the school’s 34-year-old Pella...

Community members gathered at Fitness On Main in Baudette, once again, for the 3rd Annual Liftspiel, a fun strength testing event, held Saturday,...

The Lake of the Woods Women of Today held a very successful Post Prom Event on Saturday, April 25, in Baudette, according Janice Nelson of the Lake...