1. The deadly F5 tornado: On February 23, 1956, the deadliest tornado in Kansas history occurred in the north-central part of the state. The F5 tornado was responsible for 10 fatalities and over 100 injuries.

2. George Washington Carver's visit to Kansas: On February 23, 1927, George Washington Carver, one of the most prominent African American researchers of the early 20th century, visited Kansas State University. He delivered a lecture on "Agricultural Improvement" to a packed audience.

3. The first flight in Kansas: On February 23, 1911, the first successful flight in the state of Kansas took place. Walter Brookins, a celebrated aviator, flew his Wright Model B airplane in Topeka for nearly 20 minutes.

4. Kansas City's Union Station bombing: On February 23, 1955, the Kansas City's Union Station was the site of a deadly bombing. The attack resulted in the deaths of six people and marked a turning point in the country's fight against organized crime.

5. Dwight D. Eisenhower's Presidential Library groundbreaking: On February 23, 1959, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library in Abilene, Kansas. The library, museum, and boyhood home commemorate the 34th President's legacy and accomplishments.