1. Groundhog Day: February 2 is known around the world as Groundhog Day. In the United States, Punxsutawney Phil, a groundhog from Pennsylvania, is the most famous prognosticator of the event. However, Ohio has its own groundhog weather predictor, Buckeye Chuck, who is a resident of Marion.

2. Ohio Statehood Day: February 2 marks the anniversary of Ohio's statehood. On this day in 1803, Ohio became the 17th state to join the union. Every year, the state celebrates Ohio Statehood Day with various events and festivities.

3. Wright Brothers' First Flight: On February 2, 1903, the Wright Brothers made their first successful controlled flight of a powered aircraft at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. While the event didn't take place in Ohio, the Wright Brothers were Ohio natives, and their achievement paved the way for modern aviation.

4. Ohio University Founding Day: Ohio University, located in Athens, Ohio, was founded on February 2, 1804. It is the oldest university in the Northwest Territory and one of the oldest public universities in the United States. Today, Ohio University is a leading research institution with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.

5. Prohibition Ends: On February 2, 1933, Ohio became the 37th state to ratify the 21st Amendment, which repealed Prohibition and effectively ended the ban on alcohol in the United States. The amendment was a significant moment in American history, and Ohio played a role in bringing it about.