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America 250: 50 years ago today - March 17, 1976 March 17, 2026
Here are the headlines from the front page of The Forum on Wednesday, March 17, 1976.
Today in History, 1906: Cass County man threatens to sue Fargo opera house after being evicted March 17, 2026
On March 17, 1906, a Cass County farmer hit a legal wall after his attempt to sue a local opera house for a wrongful ejection was thwarted by a room full of silent witnesses.
Fargo mechanic offers advice on saving at the pump March 17, 2026
Gas prices in Fargo have jumped from $2.79 to $3.39 in two weeks.
West Fargo's Freedom Elementary to close Tuesday due to staff illness March 17, 2026
The school is experiencing a high number of staff and student absences due to illness, officials said.
West Fargo and Gate City Bank partner again on low-interest home improvement loans March 17, 2026
Gate City Bank has set aside $2 million for the program in 2026
Fargo likely will wait until after primary election to pick police chief March 17, 2026
Fargo will have a new mayor and two city commissioners after the June 9 election. The election will happen during a tentative timeline to replace Chief David Zibolski.