1. North Dakota was officially admitted as a state on November 9, 1889. This was a significant moment in North Dakota history as it marked the end of a long struggle for statehood and recognition as an equal member of the United States.

2. On November 9, 1888, a blizzard known as The School Children’s Blizzard struck North Dakota and other parts of the Great Plains, killing more than 200 people. The storm was significant in that it caught many people off guard, particularly school children who were caught in the storm while walking home from school.

3. In 1967, on November 9, Roger Maris, a baseball player from North Dakota, was named the American League’s Most Valuable Player. Maris, who played for the New York Yankees, had a storied career and was particularly known for his record-breaking 61 home runs in 1961.

4. On November 9, 1923, the state’s first radio station, KFYR-AM, went on the air in Bismarck. The station played an important role in keeping North Dakotans informed and entertained, particularly during times of crisis, such as severe weather or emergencies.

5. November 9 is also significant in North Dakota history as it is the birthday of Lawrence Welk, a musician and bandleader who grew up on a farm in North Dakota. Welk went on to have a very successful career, particularly as the host of The Lawrence Welk Show, a popular television program that aired from 1955-1982.