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  • Trump administration cancels rule that made conservation a ‘use’ of public lands

    Trump administration cancels rule that made conservation a ‘use’ of public lands

    BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The Interior Department is canceling a rule that put conservation on equal footing with development, as President Donald Trump’s administration eases restrictions on industries and seeks to boost drilling, logging, mining and grazing on taxpayer-owned land.


  • Created as IDs, dog tags became a crucial link between military families and fallen troops

    Created as IDs, dog tags became a crucial link between military families and fallen troops

    Family members often clench them as if they were still clasping their fallen loved one’s hands. Companions-in-arms have broken down reading them.


  • US grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes aren’t only reason

    US grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes aren’t only reason

    (May 13, 2026) — Americans paid more for their groceries last month, but high gasoline prices resulting from the Iran war were only one of the reasons why.


  • Public library annual report, community business update and new THC ban highlight City Commission meeting on May 18

    Public library annual report, community business update and new THC ban highlight City Commission meeting on May 18

    DEVILS LAKE – After the May 18 meeting of the Devils Lake City Commission was called to order at City Hall, and the minutes from the previous meeting were approved, Mayor Jim Moe proclaimed May as Building Safety Month, with the theme for this year being “Built to Last,” which…


  • First two candidates respond to call for candidates

    First two candidates respond to call for candidates

    The first two District 15 legislative candidates have responded to Louise’s request for an interview. Corry and Kristin Kenner were the first to call in and set up an appointment with me at the Devils Lake Journal. I sat down with them at 2:15 p.m. on Friday, May 15 to…


  • Groundbreaking event held at CMS on May 14

    Groundbreaking event held at CMS on May 14

    Many hands helped at the Thursday, May 14 groundbreaking in the courtyard of Central Middle School. Superintendent Ned Clooten was said to have commented something about opening “Pandora’s Box” as they broke ground on the renovations set to begin at the city’s former High School, now Middle School building.


  • Area Honor Students Recognized At Luncheon

    Area Honor Students Recognized At Luncheon

    The Honor Recognition Day Program held April 29, 2026 at the Lake Region State College is sponsored by the Devils Lake Kiwanis and Rotary clubs and has been for the past 33 years.


  • Devils Lake woman gives Commencement Address at Georgetown Berkley School of Nursing

    Devils Lake woman gives Commencement Address at Georgetown Berkley School of Nursing

    The Devils Lake Journal recently received this story about local woman, Mary Wakefield. It was originally written and published on line by the Georgetown Berkley School of Nursing, St. Mary’s Hall, 3700 Reservoir Road, NW, Washington D.C.


  • LACTC SkillsUSA Students Bring Home 13 Medals

    LACTC SkillsUSA Students Bring Home 13 Medals

    Members of the Lake Area Career & Technology Centers SkillsUSA student organization in Devils Lake recently competed at the 52nd annual SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference in Wahpeton, ND.


  • Upcoming Events

    Upcoming Events

    May 2026: Stop in at the Lake Region Arts Center, corner of 4th and 4th downtown Devils Lake! Open Wednesdays 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Thursdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Fridays 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Stop in and check out the…


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