Who was the newspaper editor responsible for Groundhog Day?

Groundhog Day is a traditional holiday celebrated on February 2 in the United States and Canada. It originated from the German tradition of Candlemas, which involves watching the behavior of a badger to predict the weather.

There is no specific newspaper editor responsible for the creation or popularization of Groundhog Day. The traditions associated with Groundhog Day have been passed down through folklore and cultural practices over the centuries, without a single individual credited as the sole originator.