1. On August 10, 1876, Colorado was admitted to the Union as the 38th state. The state is known for its breathtaking scenery, including the Rocky Mountains and the Great Plains, as well as its rich history of mining and ranching.

2. In 1899, Colorado Springs established the first public playground west of the Mississippi on August 10th. This paved the way for recreational spaces and facilities across the region.

3. August 10, 1987, marked a tragedy in Colorado history when a United Airlines Flight 285 crashed into a hill near the Colorado Springs Airport. Of the 296 people on board, including crew members, only one person survived.

4. On August 10, 2004, Colorado became the second state in the country to allow medical marijuana. This was a landmark move that set a precedent for other states to follow.

5. In 2013, Colorado experienced a unique weather phenomenon known as a "1000-Year Flood" on August 10th. Heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding and landslides, resulting in the evacuation of over 12,000 people and causing over $2 billion in damage.