1. Idaho became a state in 1890, but it wasn't until December 14, 1896, that the first Idaho state legislature convened in Boise.

2. On December 14, 1927, a major snowstorm hit Idaho, bringing over 50 inches of snow to some parts of the state. The storm caused major travel disruptions and damage to buildings and infrastructure.

3. In 1972, Idaho Governor Cecil D. Andrus signed into law the Idaho Human Rights Act on December 14, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and age in employment, housing, and public accommodations.

4. December 14, 1980, was a tragic day in Idaho history, as a plane carrying the University of Evansville basketball team crashed in Evansville, Indiana, killing all 29 people on board, including Idaho coach Bobby Watson.

5. On December 14, 2006, Idaho Governor Dirk Kempthorne resigned his post to become the Secretary of the Interior under President George W. Bush. Kempthorne had served as governor of Idaho since 1999 and went on to serve as Secretary of the Interior until 2009.