https://www.forwardevilslakend.com Forward Devils Lake Economic Development News Feed Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:59:55 +0000 en-US https://www.forwardevilslakend.com/news/p/item/67107/property-tax-relief-robust-economy-push-north-dakota-to-top-spot https://www.forwardevilslakend.com/news/p/item/67107/property-tax-relief-robust-economy-push-north-dakota-to-top-spot Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Residents and businesses tired of the high expenses in major metro areas have long been making their exodus.But a new report from Site Selector Magazine found that North Dakota, long overlooked as a great place to live and work, has emerged as a top contender.“North Dakota continues to see steady... https://www.forwardevilslakend.com/news/p/item/66915/need-help-paying-for-college-looking-for-talented-workers-career-builders-can-help! https://www.forwardevilslakend.com/news/p/item/66915/need-help-paying-for-college-looking-for-talented-workers-career-builders-can-help! Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Imagine a program where area businesses get help recruiting and retaining talent and students benefit from scholarships, reduced college debt, and a job upon graduation.That program already exists! And it’s not only changing lives and building communities, but making a significant impact on the North Dakota workforce. Developing a Pipeline of... https://www.forwardevilslakend.com/news/p/item/65486/does-shopping-local-really-matter https://www.forwardevilslakend.com/news/p/item/65486/does-shopping-local-really-matter Thu, 13 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000 As the Christmas countdown begins, over the next few weeks we’ll all probably hear the words “shop local” dozens of times.Most folks are all for it. A recent article from Forbes found that Boomers (80%) and Gen X (77%) were all about buying from small businesses, with Millennials (70%) and... https://www.forwardevilslakend.com/news/chamber-of-commerce-updates/p/item/66603/new-childcare-center-opening-in-devils-lake! https://www.forwardevilslakend.com/news/chamber-of-commerce-updates/p/item/66603/new-childcare-center-opening-in-devils-lake! Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 When Kathryn Fowler set her sights on opening a childcare center in Devils Lake, her idea was anchored by a desire to make a positive impact on the next generation.Her mission? Go above and beyond to ensure every child that enters the doors of The Learning Pond will be successful...