164th Infantry Remembrance Association officially launched
NORTH DAKOTA — A new organization dedicated to preserving one of North Dakota’s most storied military legacies has officially launched. The 164th Infantry Remembrance Association has been formed to honor, preserve, and share the history of the 164th Infantry Regiment—the first U.S. Army unit to take offensive action in World War II, reinforce the U.S. Marines on Guadalcanal, and one of the most distinguished National Guard regiments of the war.
Correctional officer found dead at local motel, apparent suicide
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. (Feb. 2, 2026) – Correctional Officer Justin Smith was found dead by apparent suicide at age 38 on Saturday, Jan. 31 at a local motel.
‘If I Were Mayor’ essay contest now open to ND students, grades 3 &...
BISMARCK, N.D. – On Wednesday, Jan. 28, The North Dakota League of Cities (NDLC) announced its annual “If I Were Mayor” essay contest, open to all third- and seventh-grade students living in North Dakota. The contest encourages young people to think creatively about public service and future community leadership.
ND lawmakers join Day of Solidarity at MN State Capitol
SAINT PAUL, Minn. – On Thursday, Jan. 29, over 50 legislators from 15 states gathered in-person at the Minnesota State Capitol for a Day of Solidarity with their Minnesota colleagues, including North Dakota State Sens. Tim Mathern and Ryan Braunberger, as well as Reps. Jayme Davis, Gretchen Dobervich, and Austin Foss. That same day, a national virtual press Zoom conference was held with over 100 state legislators from across the nation, including State Rep. Lisa Finley-DeVille.
ND Senate kills free school meals bill, but ballot measure likely to appear in...
BISMARCK, N.D. – On Jan. 23, the North Dakota Senate voted down House Bill 1624, which would have provided up to $65 million to fund free school breakfasts and lunches for every student in the state. The vote was 24 against, 22 in favor. The bill had passed in the House the previous day on Jan. 22, 55 in favor and 38 against. However, a measure for free school meals is likely to appear on the ballot in November
Klobuchar will run for Minnesota governor after Walz ends bid
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar said Thursday she is running for governor of Minnesota, promising to take on President Donald Trump while unifying a state that has endured a series of challenges even before the federal government’s immigration crackdown.
‘Murder in the HOA’ dinner theater in the Devils Lake KC Hall
The principal actors in ‘Murder in the HOA’ are (from left) Shannon Teigen, Kim Brown, Tanner Nicholls, Josh Widmer and Jen Schroeder. The “who-done-it” opened Jan. 28, runs 29, 30, 31 & Feb. 4, 5, 6 & 7. (Photo by Louise Oleson, DLJ)
Man found dead at Lake Region Correctional Center, apparent suicide
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. – A man who was in custody at the Lake Region Correctional Center, part of the Lake Region Law Enforcement Center, was found dead on Tuesday, Jan. 27.
Armstrong on retirements of House Majority Leader Lefor and Appropriations chair Vigesaa
BISMARCK, N.D. – On Jan. 28, Gov. Kelly Armstrong issued the following statements after North Dakota House Majority Leader Mike Lefor of Dickinson and House Appropriations Chair Don Vigesaa of Cooperstown both announced they will not seek another term in the state Legislature in November.
Spirit Lake Tribe provides IDs for members in Twin Cities during immigration crackdown, as...
DEVILS LAKE – Spirit Lake Tribe Public Relations Specialist Vicki Alberts just returned from a trip to the Twin Cities, where she coordinated an event to help tribal members get identification. “Tribal IDs and Certificates of Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB), as well,” she said on Monday, Jan. 26. “We actually assisted about 72 tribal members from ages 4 on up.”