1. Theodore Roosevelt Visits North Dakota (1903): On November 18, 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt made his first visit to North Dakota as president. He established the first national wildlife refuge in the United States, which was called the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge.

2. The Independence Party is Founded (1908): November 18 is the founding date of the Independence Party in North Dakota. The party was formed by a group of nonpartisan reformers and advocates of clean government.

3. The First Radio Station is Established (1922): On November 18, 1922, the first radio station in North Dakota, KFYR, began broadcasting in Bismarck.

4. The Minneapolis and St. Louis Railroad is Chartered (1870): On November 18, 1870, the Minneapolis and St. Louis Railroad was chartered. The railroad served the upper Midwest and became a vital transportation link for North Dakota.

5. The Northern Pacific Railroad Reaches Bismarck (1873): On November 18, 1873, the Northern Pacific Railroad reached Bismarck, North Dakota. This was a significant development for North Dakota's economy and transportation infrastructure.