Little Rock Lake

The Benton County Sheriff's Office is investigating a rash of gas thefts which left vehicles with damaged gas tanks. Multiple incidents were reported to authorities where someone drilled holes in vehicle gas tanks and took the gas.

A Benton County lake has long been known for its green colored water. However, the Little Rock Lake Association has been working to cleanup its image for several years, reducing the phosphorus, nitrogen, and soil erosion levels. Their biggest effort yet could be coming next summer.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the Little Rock Lake Association Board will be holding several information sessions regarding a proposed drawdown to help restore water quality to the lake.

A Rice man was air lifted to the hospital after a diving accident Monday night in Benton County.

A popular Benton County spot for spring fishing will have some temporary parking restrictions in place.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for input on plans to address water quality problems on Little Rock Lake near Rice.

Motorists will no longer be able park on a road that runs along Little Rock Lake in Benton County.

If you are thinking about ice fishing on Little Rock Lake, the Benton County Sheriff's Office urges you to wait.

Reports of toxic blue-green algae are starting to appear on Little Rock Lake near Rice.

A Sartell man is in critical condition after falling through thin ice. The Benton County Sheriff's Office says the man fell through the ice on Little Rock Lake in Watab Township just after 11:00 this morning (Friday).