Flooding in Cando, North Dakota

I just came back from a trip a little worried that Cando would be flooded and my house well be floating away. The news has been covered with news of Fargo, Bismark, and other eastern portions of North Dakota flooding. My prayers go out to the familys and the crews working the floods.

I landed in Grand Forks, the weather was pretty bad and everyone was wondering if their flood protection they installed after the last great flood would be put to the test. Many of the eastern bridges were closed but I was able to make it out as I was headed west back to Cando.

I didn't see any signs of flooding on the drive back to Cando and hope I don't have to experience a flood during my first year of being in Cando. First a rough winter, then flooding..... I am hoping not, but it sure would be a different experience.

Restaurants, Eateries and Treats in Cando

Cando doesn't have many places to go eat out at but here is what I've gathered so far.

1. Dairy Queen (Seasonal)
2. Dee's Diner
3. Durum House
4. Bakery

I've been to all of these except for Dairy Queen as it hasn't been open since I first moved out here in the winter.

Just a short drive away to Devils Lake has a few more fast food places, diners and one place I should mention. This place has treated me well, has good quality food and the chefs enjoy crafting sauces for me.

Ranch Steak House
1119 Highway 20 S
Devils Lake, ND 58301

Guess the owners of Ranch Steak House have another restaurant on the lake. Its a nice place for lunch and would be good for the fishermen and camping around there.

Air Raid Sirens in Cando?!

When I first arrived in Cando I was startled by the air raid sirens that went off. I remember my first time like it was yesterday. I was sitting in the living room watching television and suddenly the air raid siren goes off. The only experience and what I know of air raid sirens is from the movies at the atomic bomb museum in Las Vegas and World War II movies. I immediately went underneath the table and waited for the bombing to start.

No Im not writing you this from a bunker, the bombing never happened, or atleast not yet. The air raid siren goes off throughout the day during certain hours. 6pm and 10pm come to mind. I think it's time the town invests in some church bells to go off. Way friendlier and more modern.

Moved to Cando, North Dakota

Cando, North Dakota has become my home, simply by throwing a dart at the map and moving in. It took a little more than that, but the fact that Cando has high-speed Internet access, real estate for a great price, small businesses, and Devils Lake less than 30 minutes away for everything else.

Cando is located less than 100 miles from the Canadian border and just less than a two hour drive to either Minot or Grand Forks offering International airports. Amtrak has a stop in Devils Lake as well as Grand Forks and Minot on the world famous Empire Builder train.

The people here are friendly, and there is room for growth.