DECEMBER 2024 - PART 2

Why is K&M Bison Lodge a Chamber Member?
We became a Chamber Member because of all the fun things the Chamber does for the community and the visitors that visit our area. It is so much fun for everyone and also helpful to the community.

How has your business changed in the past year?
We are going on 5 years being open with the motel and guide service and going strong. The Motel has almost all rooms remodeled on the front side. The year round Fishing Guide Service is doing great! We have a few Guides working for us now also.

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November 22nd, Cankdeska Cikana Community College (CCCC) marked a significant milestone in it's history with the grand opening of the Community Education Center. The event also celebrated the College's 50th anniversary. The Education Center is a state-of-the-art facility that also features a captivating cultural display, showcasing artifacts, books, maps, and more that tell the rich history of both the College and the Spirit Lake Tribe. 

The grand opening ceremony was filled with nostalgia and excitement. Fond memories were shared, and the College's former president, Dr. Cynthia Lindquist, was honored for her contributions. The incoming president, Dr. Steven Smith, was also recognized as he embarks on his new role. The event was further graced by the presence of honored guests, including newly elected North Dakota House Representative Collette Brown and a speaker on behalf of Senator Kevin Cramer. Their presence highlighted the importance of CCCC to the community and the state. 

The Devils Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, along with the Devils Lake Visitors Committee is proud to announce it has been awarded funding through the Regional Workforce Impact Program (RWIP) to launch a transformative Talent Attraction Marketing Initiative aimed at addressing critical workforce challenges in the Lake Region. 

Read the full press release here!

What is CrowdRiff?
CrowdRiff is a software tool that helps us find and get rights to user-generated content that showcases our destination through the unique perspectives of locals, visitors, and partners (such as yourself).

What happens when I link my partner account?
As a partner account CrowdRiff allows the Chamber to view your Facebook page posts, Instagram Reels, stories, tagged posts, and mentions all in one place! Your mouthwatering specials, upcoming events, or epic catches are shared automatically with us for promotion!

Why should I link my partner account?
When you link as a partner account we can use your content on our webpage (with your permission, of course). This helps you cut down time spent thinking about marketing for your business and more time promoting your business authentically through User Generated Content (UGC). 

The Devils Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted their December Brew'n Business event on December 10th. The event featured a presentation by Sherri Mezera from the Devils Lake Job Service office and Dustin Hillebrand from the Grand Forks office. 

The presentation focused on connecting with the workforce, providing valuable insights into labor market information and Job Service programs for employers. Attendees learned about hiring events, avenues to connect with job seekers, and other strategies to address workforce challenges.

The Brew'n Business series continues January 14th, with speaker Ann Pollert at Lake Region State College. Our January Brew'n Business also features a networking event from 4:30 pm - 6 pm at Leading Edge Equipment!

Each year approximately 200,000 members of the U.S. Armed Forces, stationed in over 140 military installations in the U.S. and overseas, will leave active duty and re-enter the civilian work force or pursue higher education.

Through the SkillBridge program industry partners benefit from gaining early access to the extensive experience, skills, and unmatched work ethos Service members bring to the workforce. Employers craft SkillBridge programs to meet their specific workforce needs, matching those needs to the skills and abilities of highly motivated Service members, all at no cost.

Sponsorship information for the 49th Annual Chamber Walleye Tournament has gone out via email! Sponsorship information is due back to the Chamber by January 7th.

Upcoming Events

December 19 - North Pole Land

December 21 - Santa, Cookies, Cocoa, and Fun 

December 25 - Kiwanis Christmas Meal

December 25 - Christmas Day

January 1 - New Years Day

January 8-9 - Lake Region Roundup

January 14 - Brew'n Business

February 15 - ShiverFest

For a full calendar of community events, click here!

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