Altru Health System and CommonSpirit Health have officially completed the transaction to transfer ownership of CHI St. Alexius Health Devils Lake to Altru Health System, effective March 1, 2026,marking an important milestone in expanding access to care across the Lake Region.

WASHINGTON (AP) —On Saturday, Feb. 28, the U.S. joined Israel in attacks that Trump has said will stop Iran from getting nuclear weapons. President Trump’s decision to strike Iran pulls him toward the kind of overseas conflict he once attacked. Republicans split fast. Some, including North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong, praise the strikes and accept the risks. Others warn against another open-ended fight. Democrats push for more oversight and plan a war powers vote. Polls show many Americans fear Iran’s nuclear program. They also show low trust in Trump’s judgment.

NORTH DAKOTA – On Monday, March 2, after a two-day evidentiary hearing that began on Jan. 7 at the Ramsey County Courthouse, the 1995 conviction of Devils Lake resident Werner Kunkel for the murder of Gilbert Fassett in 1986 has been overturned. The state will next determine whether it will appeal, retry Kunkel, or dismiss the charges.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP, Feb 15, 2026) — The federal agency that provides health care to Native Americans and Alaska Natives has announced it will phase out the use of dental fillings containing mercury.

Young children explore their world through sight, touch, and taste. While curiosity is a natural and healthy part of development, it can also put children at risk when dangerous items are within reach.

The Devils Lake Public School Board met on Monday, Feb. 23 in regular session in the Sports Center.

The Devils Lake City commission met in regular session Monday, March 2 at 5:30 p.m.in City Hall.

On Monday, March 2, Minnesota sued President Donald Trump’s administration in an attempt to stop it from holding back $243 million in Medicaid spending, warning it may have to cut health care for low-income families if the funding is held back.

The Devils Lake High School Dazzlers Dance Team recently wrapped up a successful 2025–26 performance and competition season.