1. In 1862, the Battle of Shiloh took place in Tennessee during the American Civil War. Many soldiers from Colorado fought in this battle, including John Chivington who later became infamous for his role in the Sand Creek Massacre.

2. On April 7, 1882, the notorious outlaw Jesse James was shot and killed in Missouri. Although James never committed any crimes in Colorado, his gang was known to have operated in the state and many Coloradans were fascinated by his exploits.

3. In 1932, a severe blizzard hit Colorado and other parts of the western United States, causing widespread damage and loss of life. The storm was particularly devastating to livestock and agriculture, and it remains one of the worst blizzards in Colorado history.

4. In 1955, the Colorado State Highway Commission announced plans to construct a new 13-mile stretch of highway through Clear Creek Canyon. The project was controversial due to concerns about its impact on the environment, but the highway was eventually completed in 1965 and remains a popular scenic drive today.

5. On April 7, 2019, Denver Nuggets basketball player Nikola Jokic recorded his 65th double-double of the season, setting a new franchise record. Jokic went on to lead the Nuggets to the Western Conference Finals, cementing his status as one of the team's all-time greats.