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Today in History, 1978: Fargo businessman dies in plane crash April 18, 2026
On April 18, 1978, a Fargo businessman and former military officer, William G. Akeley, was killed when his twin-engine plane crashed shortly after takeoff in St. Cloud, Minnesota.
Joe Ryan pitches well but Twins fall to Reds April 18, 2026
Austin Martin drives in Brooks Lee for Minnesota’s only run
Grocery pain continues as experts point to gas prices, global tensions April 18, 2026
USDA says family of four has to spend about $1,200–$1,400 monthly in 2026 as inflation hits 3.3% year-over-year.
As North Dakota grows, housing costs climb faster than homes can be built April 18, 2026
A new report says North Dakota remains affordable overall, but rapid population growth in Fargo and Bismarck is straining housing supply and driving affordability concerns.
Moorhead school funding flexibility bill advances in committee April 18, 2026
Sen. Rob Kupec’s bill would transfer about $200,000 from Moorhead school accounts into the district’s general fund to increase flexibility and potentially ease property tax pressure
Kaden and Ty Vig continue their college journey together at UND April 18, 2026
After taking different routes, the Vig brothers find themselves side by side at UND