February 11 is a significant day in Nebraska history. Here are five interesting facts about this day.

1. In 1867, the Nebraska State Legislature declared that Nebraska City would be the temporary state capital until a permanent location was chosen. This decision came about a year after Nebraska was officially admitted as the 37th state of the USA.

2. In 1881, Dr. W.G. Beuhring made history by becoming the first person to use x-rays in Nebraska. This event took place in Omaha, and Dr. Beuhring used the x-rays to examine a man's broken finger.

3. On February 11, 1935, Jack Valentine, a notorious gangster, was arrested in Omaha by federal agents. Valentine was a member of the infamous Barker-Karpis gang and had been on the run for several months after escaping from jail. His arrest made national news headlines.

4. In 1964, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Huskers basketball team defeated the Kansas State Wildcats 66-58. This victory was significant as it marked the 800th win in Nebraska basketball history.

5. On this day in 2020, the city of Grand Island unveiled plans for a new $250 million development project. The project will include a hotel, restaurants, retail stores, and a water park. The developers hope that the project will attract tourists to the city and boost the local economy.