1. Wisconsin's First Woman Governor - August 8, 1985, was a historic day for Wisconsin as it marked the inauguration of the state's first woman governor, Madeleine Kunin. Kunin, a Democrat, served as the governor of Wisconsin from 1985 to 1991 and focused her efforts on education and environmental conservation during her tenure.

2. The Sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald - On August 8, 1944, the ore carrier SS Edmund Fitzgerald was launched in Wisconsin. The ship went on to become famous for sinking in Lake Superior during a storm in 1975, killing all 29 crew members onboard. The tragedy inspired a popular song by Gordon Lightfoot.

3. Wisconsin State Fair - August 8, 1892, marked the opening of Wisconsin's first official state fair in Oconomowoc. The event drew over 50,000 visitors who were treated to a variety of agricultural displays, horse racing, and other entertainment.

4. George Stanley - On August 8, 1867, George Stanley was born in Wisconsin. Stanley was the designer of the Canadian national flag, which was adopted in 1965. He was a professor of history at the University of Wisconsin and a member of the Wisconsin legislature before moving to Canada.

5. First Wisconsin Dairy Products Show - August 8, 1935, marked the opening of the First Wisconsin Dairy Products Show in Madison. The event was designed to showcase Wisconsin's dairy industry and featured displays of milk, cheese, and other dairy products. The show has since become an annual tradition and is a popular event for visitors to the state.