1. In 1785, the Virginia General Assembly approved the separation of Kentucky from Virginia, allowing Kentucky to become a separate state. This decision paved the way for Kentucky to become the 15th state in the U.S. on June 1, 1792.

2. On August 18, 1896, the Louisville Colonels baseball team played their final game at Eclipse Park. The team disbanded soon after, and the park was demolished the following year.

3. In 1920, the Kentucky State Fair opened at the newly constructed Kentucky State Fairgrounds in Louisville. This annual event continues to showcase agriculture, livestock, and crafts from across the state.

4. On August 18, 1936, Kentucky Governor Albert B. "Happy" Chandler signed a bill that established the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. The medical center has since become one of Kentucky's leading healthcare providers.

5. In 1976, President Gerald Ford spoke at a rally in Lexington during his campaign for re-election. Ford spoke about his efforts to strengthen the economy and his commitment to national defense.