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    Although the month begins with what some consider a rather bazaar tradition started in 1887, when Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, held its first Groundhog Day festival on Feb. 2, if February were a color it would be red.


  • Vistad retiring after a decade heading DL Chamber of Commerce

    Vistad retiring after a decade heading DL Chamber of Commerce

    Through her decade of serving the Devils Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, Paula Vistad has led a variety of efforts to benefit its members.


  • Happy Holidays from Sweetwater Elementary School

    Happy Holidays from Sweetwater Elementary School

    Mrs. Braathen’s 2nd grade class from Sweetwater Elementary School in Devils Lake wants to wish everyone in the Lake Region “Happy Holidays!” Students from the Devils Lake School system are on break until Jan. 3, 2023.


  • Simple safety protocols that can protect hunters

    Simple safety protocols that can protect hunters

    Hunting is big business in North America. In 2017, more than 15 million people hunted in the United States. The National Shooting Sports Foundation reports that sportsmen and women contribute nearly $9.4 million to the economy every day.


  • Church Bazaar draws crowd, brings smiles

    Church Bazaar draws crowd, brings smiles

    Saturday, Nov. 5 the First United Methodist Church of Devils Lake, located at 601 5th St. NE, hosted its annual Church Bazaar with countless items for sale including home baked and canned items, seasonal and Christmas decorations, greeting cards and Holiday napkins, plus misc. items — whatever would be sold…


  • Three candidates running to fill one two-year position on Ramsy County Commission.

    Three candidates running to fill one two-year position on Ramsy County Commission.

    During the June Primary four candidates were identified as seeking the two four-year terms for Ramsey County Commissioners: Ed Brown (incumbent), Bill Hodous, Mark Olson and Paul Wilhelmi. Two of these four individuals will be elected November 8, 2022. Their profiles can be found on the front page of the…


  • Mayor Jim Moe reflects on his first 100 days in office

    Mayor Jim Moe reflects on his first 100 days in office

    Just a few days shy of marking his first 100 days in office, which would be November 5, Jim Moe says he is optimistic about what is ahead for the city of Devils Lake.


  • Officials: Suspect in Pelosi attack was on ‘suicide mission’

    SAN FRANCISCO — The man accused of breaking into House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s home, beating her husband and seeking to kidnap her told police he was on a “suicide mission” and had plans to target other California and federal politicians, according to a Tuesday court filing.


  • 5 family-friendly Halloween activities in Devils Lake, from costume parties to haunted trails

    5 family-friendly Halloween activities in Devils Lake, from costume parties to haunted trails

    Makenzie Huber Special to the Devils Lake Journal Spooky season is upon us, and Devils Lake has a handful of opportunities to partake in the festivities. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun or an adult party, there are a range of celebrations happening soon.Trick or Treat Downtown Devils Lake When:…


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